Havasumoma 250 Posted September 10, 2016 I don't have a surgery date yet, but I find myself dealing with this mentality that I will never be able to eat carbs and fats and Desserts again so I better eat it all now. Sound familiar to anyone or is it just me? Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutsideMatchInside 10,166 Posted September 10, 2016 Long term you can eat whatever for the most part. Not being able to eat things is pretty short term. That is kind of hard to conceptualize pre-op though. I ate a lot of stuff pre-op thinking I would never have it. It was untrue but it did help me get through about a month without food. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Havasumoma 250 Posted September 10, 2016 I think I'm going to gain weight. I guess that's no a huge deal since my BMI is low. I qualify due to other health concerns. Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
slvarltx 332 Posted September 10, 2016 food funerals = very normal Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sai 785 Posted September 10, 2016 I relate. I was unfilled to prepare for a band to sleeve revision. I tried to shake this mentality but failed lol. I put on 20+ lbs in a matter of 5 months. I felt so out of control that when it was time for my Pre-op diet, I felt relieved to end the madness. Sent from my SM-N910V using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amandadoesntwant 24 Posted September 10, 2016 food funerals = very normal Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Just finished mine this past week, I've eaten/drank all and everything I wanted. Monday is my two week pre-op diet start, and I'm satisfied that I got to enjoy all of my favorites one more time. I found that towards the end of my splurge though, I started feeling sluggish and crappy all over again like I used to before, so honestly it's good for the body and the brain to say goodbye and remember while you're doing this! ❤️ Getting sleeved 9/26/16 Sw:325 Current:308 Goal:170 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rokumok4 53 Posted September 10, 2016 I don't have a surgery date yet, but I find myself dealing with this mentality that I will never be able to eat carbs and fats and Desserts again so I better eat it all now. Sound familiar to anyone or is it just me? Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App I did that. Gained 13 lbs and had no regrets. Now that I am post op, I am glad I got to eat and drink all my favorites before the pre-op stage. My last meal was amazing. Now I am content with the post op requirements and I have no cravings. Note to self: I don't have to take this day all at once but rather one step, one breath and one moment at a time. I am only one person. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtle5569 91 Posted September 10, 2016 I too had a low BMI 34. I was a cash pay patient and tbought the same thing. Will I ever be able to eat all my favorite foods?? So 1 month prior to my pre op diet my honey and I ate/drank EVERYTHING we wanted. I made so many crunchy tacos..lol shredded beef, chicken, ground beef you name it. I LOVE TACOS!!! We ate out more often than ever enjoyed a few Happy Hours. Then ughhhhh I felt so sick of food I gained about 12 lbs felt like crap and was ready for my pre-op diet. I'm 8 days post op and doing great. I won't lie the food commercials still look good..Haha I just have a shake and bam I'm stuffed. Good luck on your journey so far I'm loving it. Turtle5559 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
laceemouse 631 Posted September 10, 2016 I am in the same boat. Awaiting approval and definitely planning some food funerals. My birthday is next month and we have this amazing German restaurant in town, the food is SO heavy, I am for sure going to enjoy it prior to pre-op dieting....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gidgetgrl 76 Posted September 10, 2016 I too had a low BMI 34. I was a cash pay patient and tbought the same thing. Will I ever be able to eat all my favorite foods?? So 1 month prior to my pre op diet my honey and I ate/drank EVERYTHING we wanted. I made so many crunchy tacos..lol shredded beef, chicken, ground beef you name it. I LOVE TACOS!!! We ate out more often than ever enjoyed a few Happy Hours. Then ughhhhh I felt so sick of food I gained about 12 lbs felt like crap and was ready for my pre-op diet. I'm 8 days post op and doing great. I won't lie the food commercials still look good..Haha I just have a shake and bam I'm stuffed. Good luck on your journey so far I'm loving it. Turtle5559 You sound like me turtle5569! Did the same thing, binged on junk, ate all my faves, a few trips to Carvel ..my BMI was 37..and I'm 9 days out of sleeve surgery and feel great. I'm noticing that every other commercial is about food! My birthday is 9/24, and as long as I can have some lobster.. Even pureed is fine with me!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dawson62704 20 Posted September 10, 2016 @Mandablaz I have RNY 9/26/16. Starting pre-op diet Monday too. Excited and nervous. HW=356 TW=346 GW=155 Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Havasumoma 250 Posted September 10, 2016 Thank you all for your responses, especially the one about tacos! I could eat them every day! Sent from my VS986 using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plum33 17 Posted September 10, 2016 I got really overwhelmed also and started eating like crazy then I realized what I was doing when my "fat" pants turned into skinny jeans. You have to figure out mentally what is bothering you so you don't self sabotage later in life again. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amyflores 23 Posted September 10, 2016 I have gained 12 lbs I quit smoking and I eat eat eat!!! I'm so afraid my surgeon will be pissed Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtle5569 91 Posted September 10, 2016 I too had a low BMI 34. I was a cash pay patient and tbought the same thing. Will I ever be able to eat all my favorite foods?? So 1 month prior to my pre op diet my honey and I ate/drank EVERYTHING we wanted. I made so many crunchy tacos..lol shredded beef, chicken, ground beef you name it. I LOVE TACOS!!! We ate out more often than ever enjoyed a few Happy Hours. Then ughhhhh I felt so sick of food I gained about 12 lbs felt like crap and was ready for my pre-op diet. I'm 8 days post op and doing great. I won't lie the food commercials still look good..Haha I just have a shake and bam I'm stuffed. Good luck on your journey so far I'm loving it. Turtle5559 You sound like me turtle5569! Did the same thing, binged on junk, ate all my faves, a few trips to Carvel ..my BMI was 37..and I'm 9 days out of sleeve surgery and feel great. I'm noticing that every other commercial is about food! My birthday is 9/24, and as long as I can have some lobster.. Even pureed is fine with me!!@@gidgetgrl hope all your wishes come true for you birthday!! You know last night at Walmart I saw this can of Soup it was cream of Shrimp. I said I like Shrimp?? I didn't buy it, but it kinda sounds good. Haha Turtle5559 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites