Having to lose 14-20lbs before surgery

[Lkalfakis 5]

To add to the amazing advice everyone else has given, it was suggested to me (this applies to long term weight loss goals anyway) to view your calorie intake a week at a time. This way if you mess up today and need an extra Protein Shake or extra piece of chicken to curb your hunger then you can just off set it by cutting a tiny bit on another day

Like all big changes we make in our life it can get really overwhelming.

Drink lots of Water, lots of Protein and fresh veggies, track your calories and take it one day at a time, that's all anyone can expect of you

[kimberlymi 113]

I started my diet plan after my construction on 3/7/18
I have lost 50lbs and exercise by swimming laps 2 hours a day 5 - 6 days a week. I don’t miss much of it, at times I crave carbs but I have lean healthy Protein in its place.
1200 calories a day =
6. 200 calorie meals a day.
Lean protein then veggies and fruit 1 time a day if I want it.
I am glad I have changed 7 months early so my transition will hopefully be easier than some that wait until just before surgery.

[Lizaboo 23]

My doctor expects me to lose 30 pounds in 3 months. I'm 5'2 and was 331 pounds. They have us work with dieticians who set up food plans. So I have a goal of 1500 calories a day, high-protein, veggies and some fruit. They okay a few carbs, but I have really cut those out since those are a big no-no anyway.

Just went in for my one month dietician check-in and had lost 20 pounds! So it can be done. I just keep reminding myself that we will have to eat better after surgery, so what is the point in fussing now?

[Diamond49@ 1]

Hi! I am the same weight as you except I am 5'3"! I am also getting surgery in December. My doctor just told me I should be losing 15-20 pounds before we meet again in October So I have been in the same boat as you. I am going to download Myfitnesspal and use it- some tricks I have been doing is eating Protein first, so I start filling up on that, drinking a lot of Water, having fruits and yogurt nearby for a snack, and just being conscious of how often/the portion that I eat. Lots of luck to you! I am here if you want to chat!
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So what kind of yogurt is good to have I like cannon yogurt fruit on bottom

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[Coco82 5]

I was not told i had to loose any weight but i have tried my best too. The insurance company is satisfied that i did i am 40 pounds down it is hard i wont even lie.

[Frustr8 7,886]

Great Lizaboo that you lost that weight, 20 pounds is nothing to sneeze at, I am proud of you for that.😛

[Frustr8 7,886]

And also for you Coco82.I've been trying myself but my flesh doesn't melt off easily.😟