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for me my insurance is requiring that I lose 10% of my weight to for approval. im currently struggling to make it.

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Or, modified Atkins, if it has flour, sugar, potatoes, rice, corn, or peas don't put it in your mouth. Eat anything else that you wish.

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Hi there,

To answer your question directly, YES. My Dr. has told me an expected weight loss. According to him, and he's done the most VSGs in GA and is at a Bariatric Center of Excellence etc..., 2 wks after surgery, I'll be down 15 lbs. 6 weeks after surgery, I'll be down 30 lbs. 6 months after surgery, I'll be down 75 lbs. and then the rest will be how well I'm helping myself along with diet and exercise in addition to the sleeve restriction. I want to lose 100 lbs, so I'm thrilled with his estimations. He says I will look GREAT in my clothes, and should wait 2 years before considering Tummy Tuck to give my skin as much chance to snap back as possible. Be optimistic, be hopeful, and be ready -- you are going to FEEL great, LOOK great, and be the healthiest you've ever been. :biggrin0:

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