Diet 3 months pre op

[lc8604 1]

I saw the nutritionist going on a month ago. She wanted me to start trying to eat 1200 calories with a goal of 60-70g Protein. I did really good for a whole week..... Then I have gotten off track. When did everyone really get strict to prepare for eating afterwards?

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[laceemouse 631]

Are you required by your insurance or doctor to do this?

[lc8604 1]

I have to go to 3 different appointments with the nutritionist. I'm not required to lose a set amount but don't want to gain any.

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[Hollyhock 62]

I haven't been scheduled for a date yet. I have been going regularly to the nutritionist and for DBT (mindfulness therapy). They haven't given me specific weight loss or calorie goals, although I am supposed to lose a little at each visit. We are focused on things like cutting out starches, using My Plate, and learning to make zoodles. My next appointment will be a bust because when I did my upper endoscopy they found an ulcer and I had to take two weeks of very strong anti-biotics that made my mouth taste like a sewer. I couldn't eat in the morning and Water tasted horrible! I ended up sucking on mints for two weeks straight.

I actually went through eight months of an Intensive Outpatient Program for twelve hours a week. It included nutrition, individual therapy, DBT, movement therapy and supported eating. That's where we all eat supper together and learn to recognize hunger and fullness. It was really worthwhile and I intend to return to it once I have had the surgery and resumed solid food.

I am hoping that since I start my CPAP tomorrow, I can finally be scheduled. I have to be on the CPAP for four weeks before surgery. I am taking this time to try to learn new recipes that will be good for my family but also support my weight loss.