The Beginning..

[alliecat1095 128]

Hi I am getting nervous..I am 3 wks away from surgery 0829.. For the last 3-4 wks I have started a modified (lol) high Protein low carb diet. I start my 3 wk diet tomorry. 2 wks of the high protein low carb, 3rd week is the dreaded liquid diet. I do really good at work but not so well at home. Any tips of how to be more strict on my diet at home?

[elindoll88 92]

Get rid of anything you shouldn't be eating. If you've got a family, shift stuff in the cupboards so you have your own cupboard and don't have to see their food. Same thing with food in the fridge.

[alliecat1095 128]

That is a good idea of getting my own little space.

[traceyinflorida 499]

Yes, the clean out is essential (and therapeutic!) Find things to keep you busy when you are at home. Identify the triggers at home that make you want to eat (mine were sitting at the computer and watching television, wandering through the kitchen, well just about any excuse, but I digress) and start practicing making changes now. I bring a glass of Water or a Protein Shake to the computer. I would save my one sugar free Jello allowed for each day for nighttime tv watching. Also, keep reminding yourself that this is just one week. That was my mantra for the liquid phase. "I can do this, it's only a week...."

Good luck! You'll do great. Surgery day will be here before you know it!

[Helene13 9]

I agree with everyone keep yourself busy and get your Protein in the best you can, its hard but worth it. Trust me it gets easier. My first three weeks post op has been the hardest, now its getting easier..Good luck!