Has anyone ever felt.....

[tampa 55]

That after being on the pre-op diet for a fees days that "I got this" and think oh I may not need surgery. I am really dieting. Thanks

[glostaff 40]

I did not feel that way, the pre-op diet was hard for me. And, of course, like any diet, it wouldn't last for me. I knew WLS was the only way to help me control my food portions. I don't regret my decision at all.

[MizzouGirl 148]

I remember thinking that after 3 days on my pre-op diet that any other diet seemed waaaayyyyy more doable than I had ever thought before. I so badly wanted a small salad with some grilled chicken. I knew that I didn't have it, though, as I had tried and failed so many diets in the past.

[Newme48 104]

Yes, but with my history of yo-yo diets and losing 60 only to gain it back it is frustrating. The sleeve is perfect for me. I am 4 months out and I have lost 82lbs. The sleeve is a great tool. It keeps me grounded. I know how much food I can tolerate at a sitting so I am cautious about my Protein intake which in turn helps me to avoid bad choices. I probably could have been successful but with the day to day drudges of life who knows how much I might have regained back. Good luck to you!

[Ms.AntiBand 2,984]

Exactly.. Like everyone else, I know myself too well to know diets are easy.. But once I hit goal I'm right back on the yoyo track gain. Nada for me

[tampa 55]

Thank you so much for responding. You are all correct. The pre-op diet is tough. I am

Suprised I have lasted 3 days. I know myself and could never to stick to any diet

My true only concern ( other than the risk of complications) is returning to work. I work in sales ( commission only) and travel for work.

I am so concerned about being okay to be my best at work. I am able to give myself 3 weeks off.

How did y'all feel after 3 weeks.

[JerseyGirl68 1,172]

I know I was asked by some why not just eat like you would after surgery. The reality is, without the restriction I would be hungry. How do I know... I've been there. I would not have a built in "moderator" making sure I don't overindulge. I've done every diet know to man, a few times and it never took long term. I always had a big appetite and typically would eat until I was full... Full comes a lot quicker now.

Just knowing I chose surgery keeps me very focused. I'm a huge chicken who never was in the hospital before this, so It took a lot for me to get to the decision.

Everyone is different and only you can answer that question to satisfaction. Good luck!!

[Ms.AntiBand 2,984]

I was felt normal right after surgery and would have gone back to work right away. I had already scheduled 3 weeks off and it was Christmas time so my daughter and I enjoyed a MX vacation and time in San Diego and then through the new year. I went, but I didn't go skiing with everyone because I figured that was pushing my luck. You'll do great!

[DayByDay 123]

That after being on the pre-op diet for a fees days that "I got this" and think oh I may not need surgery. I am really dieting. Thanks

I am post-op. I can totally relate to your question. I started loosing weight when I started the process to get WLS. I met with a nutritionist and surgeon who gave me a list of things I needed to work on to prepare me for surgery. So doing things like Protein first, low carb, I manage to loose 48lbs in about 6 months. So I did start to think maybe I didn't need my surgery. After all I was self pay, that money could go to so many other things. But then I reminded myself. I have lost those same pounds over and over and over again. Sure I can loose weight, in fact I was a pro at it. I just can't make weight loss permanent. The most I lost was 90lbs and managed to gain it all back. So I didn't trust myself. I had the surgery. Not saying you should or shouldn't. Just know yourself, know the risks, and if you can keep the weight off, more power to you.

Good luck.