losintowin 25 Posted July 22, 2017 My surgery is scheduled for August 2nd. In the middle of my 2 week pre surgery diet . Protein Shakes through the day and then chicken or fish and veggies for dinner. It's amazing what my mind does. Before I could be at work, sip on a Protein Shake, get busy, and forget to eat for most of the day. Now, because I can't, I want to eat my arm off. Lol 3 CF2017, Sunshyne17 and lindabalseca reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knowledge_governs 37 Posted July 22, 2017 11 hours ago, Seamehyde said: Just wanted to put this out there for those soon to be surgeries. I've read so much about how bad the gas will be the first few days and the necessity for the Gas-X DISSOLVABLE Strips. You might want to get them ahead of time. They may not be easily found in stores (although Wal-Greens has them). They were about $6.00 per 18pkg, recommended 2-3 at a time. Wal-Mart does not carry them in store(or not in all stores) CVS does not either. Amazon had them listed from about $9 up to $30. Crazy prices. It's been said they are discontinuing them but I suspect they will probably come back at a higher price due to increasing needs due to bariatric surgeries etc...All I could find were the mint flavored but I'll probably need them for fresh breath anyway. I got 4 boxes to be safe....I had to order because our nearest Walgreens is 50 miles away. Trying to make sure I have everything needed for the first week or two. Found that zero Gatorade too. I'm just ready to get this party started. Cooking supper tonight, all I could think of was how I'm going to miss my veggies. Crazy right, ok with giving up alcohol and Desserts, I'm going to miss my steamed veggies, cabbage, asparagus. I only have a 24 hr liquid diet but, I'm going to start a week earlier and be diligent the last 3 days. Dr. said no need but this is one time I'm going to go with my gut. I'll abide by his orders afterwards. (smile) Have a great weekend everyone! thanks Seamehyde I'm going to go pick up a couple boxes today. What is the Gatorade zero for? Just a different taste then Water? 1 Finally17 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knowledge_governs 37 Posted July 22, 2017 15 hours ago, tlkmry59 said: I'm scheduled for August 24th. Orlando, FL... 13 hours ago, sunshinekaf said: Aug 7th and freaking out in NY! Welcome! I'm Aug 22nd in Houston and getting more nervous the closer it gets. But glad I had time to get my head right and make a plan. Working my way through some different Protein powders/drinks to see what I like. Start my liquid diet Aug 8th. 1 tlkmry59 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
herewegoJ 18 Posted July 22, 2017 August 21, virginia 1 knowledge_governs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seamehyde 29 Posted July 22, 2017 Yes, knowledge governs.......it has zero calories and no sugar. Actually, this is Powerade ZERO.........I've read some have trouble even keeping Water down. This is supposed to help and helps replenish electrolytes. It has sodium potassium, Calcium, and magnesium and a variety of flavors to change of tastes. I was looking for Gatorade ( I'm sure that's what I was told) I found G2 but it has it has sugar or sugar substitute in it. Looking forward to reading and keeping up with all our do's and don'ts and what occurred with everyone. 1 knowledge_governs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pumpedandready 27 Posted July 22, 2017 Hi!! Dr. TeixeiraSent from my SAMSUNG-SM-N920A using BariatricPal mobile appThats my Doctor I am scheduled for Aug 14th. My pre-op appt. is the 8th.Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neeseemcmeesee 6 Posted July 22, 2017 Wow nice turn around! Are you doing a pre-op diet? I have 2 weeks of liquids required before hand. And are y'all taking the full 2 weeks off of work?I am supposed to take two weeks but I'm not sure if f I will be able to. I have some flexibility in my job. That very next week, teachers go back to work for professional development and students start two days after Labor Day. I will follow as many instructions as possible and do my very best. My only other option is to wait until December and that's just not going to work for me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neeseemcmeesee 6 Posted July 22, 2017 I am august 22nd just got my date today.Where are you? I will have mine in VA at Inova Fair Oaks. 1 BMC blogger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neeseemcmeesee 6 Posted July 22, 2017 ok here's the group [emoji4]https://www.facebook.com/groups/119299445360201/ Unfortunately I won't be able to participate because it is public and everyone can see the posts. I'm too private for that. :-/ But I hope that I can get even more information from this site. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lesaid 8 Posted July 22, 2017 Unfortunately I won't be able to participate because it is public and everyone can see the posts. I'm too private for that. :-/ But I hope that I can get even more information from this site.Oh sorry, I totally get that, its a closed group so only those in the group should be able to see the posts and I tried to call it something that wasn't obviously weight loss surgery related for people who want to be more privet, but I completely understand the need for privacy 1 knowledge_governs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neeseemcmeesee 6 Posted July 22, 2017 Maybe I found the wrong group. What is the name of the group? I will search that way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
neeseemcmeesee 6 Posted July 22, 2017 I sent a request to join. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tlkmry59 20 Posted July 23, 2017 7 hours ago, pumpedandready said: Thats my Doctor I am scheduled for Aug 14th. My pre-op appt. is the 8th. Sent from my SM-G935P using BariatricPal mobile app Small WLS world isn't it :0) 😊!!! My preop appt is Aug 15th.. Pls stay in touch and let me know how you are doing after surgery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
em1209 24 Posted July 23, 2017 Where are all those from that are having surgery on Aug 2? I live in Hot Springs Village, ARI'm in Houston 1 knowledge_governs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
knowledge_governs 37 Posted July 23, 2017 2 hours ago, em1209 said: I'm in Houston Me too! My surgeon is Dr Holder Haynes but my surgery isn't until Aug 22nd. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites