Hi---New on the forum

[MPatrizzi 0]

Hi everyone,

My name is Melissa and I am scheduled for surgery on 5/21. I have already seen a nutrionist and I will see the psychologist tomorrow then my PCP next Tuesday.

I have been lurking for a few weeks, but thought it was time to say Hello. I am very excited and nervous about it. I know I can do it, but then I read other postings and get worried. I really don't want to fail again.

Any tips?

Thanks and I look forward to chatting more.

[juliegeraci 7]

Hi Melissa, follow the bandsters diet and you should be okay. Make sure you eat your lean Protein first, vegies second and then carbs. You need at least 60 grams of protein a day. If you exercise it will really bump up your losing rate. I didn't exercise my first 50 lbs so now I have to to lose. Julie