Losing Weight on PreOp Diet

[Walter.Sobchak 978]

I love that you and your wife are doing it together. That's awesome!

Thanks.
It's pretty amazing, she is transforming right before my eyes.
I can't wait for my surgery.

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[DedicatedLady 139]

On 7/12/2017 at 10:15 AM, Old2NewMe said:

I just got weighed at my last pre-op Appt. I'm down 10 pounds since I started this diet last Thursday. I still have 5 days left on this diet until my surgery. Is 10 pounds good? I feel it's good but not sure. How much have you lost on yours?

You've done fantastic, don't worry at all

My personal experience was 4 weeks. 2 weeks of shakes and 3oz piece of meat a day, No carbs at all. No fruit, no potatoes,beans,corn. All sugar out. Followed by a little under 2 weeks of just shakes. Lost 17lbs the first week, and in the 3 weeks following made it -27 in total. I notice a big difference without sugar, weight really comes off. Every person is different! You're doing great Keep it up!

[Old2NewMe 73]

You've done fantastic, don't worry at all [emoji4]
My personal experience was 4 weeks. 2 weeks of shakes and 3oz piece of meat a day, No carbs at all. No fruit, no potatoes,beans,corn. All sugar out. Followed by a little under 2 weeks of just shakes. Lost 17lbs the first week, and in the 3 weeks following made it -27 in total. I notice a big difference without sugar, weight really comes off. Every person is different! You're doing great [emoji4] Keep it up! [emoji4]

Thank you!!! 27lbs just on the diet is awesome!

[DedicatedLady 139]

I went from Canada to Mexico for surgery, and paid everything out of pocket. Trust me, paying $9500.00 is very motivational lol, I couldn't show up and have them deny me surgery, for a reason I was in control of.

[sunmeadow 82]

I'm on day 12 with surgery scheduled Monday. I lost 6 and I've gained back two. I followed the instructions I was given and I'm eating less than 700 calories per day so I'm not sure what else I can do.

I did lose over 40 in the 4 months prior, since I started the program so maybe I'm just stalled?

I'm trying not to obsess about it, but I am a little disappointed. I was hoping to go into surgery 10lbs lighter than I am (though I am already 10 lbs lighter than my initial goal for surgery)

[Old2NewMe 73]

I'm on day 12 with surgery scheduled Monday. I lost 6 and I've gained back two. I followed the instructions I was given and I'm eating less than 700 calories per day so I'm not sure what else I can do.

I did lose over 40 in the 4 months prior, since I started the program so maybe I'm just stalled?

I'm trying not to obsess about it, but I am a little disappointed. I was hoping to go into surgery 10lbs lighter than I am (though I am already 10 lbs lighter than my initial goal for surgery)

You've lost a total of 46 lbs leading up to surgery. Don't cheat yourself on the ability to be proud of that! That's amazing!

[sunmeadow 82]

You've lost a total of 46 lbs leading up to surgery. Don't cheat yourself on the ability to be proud of that! That's amazing!

Thank you!

I am pretty proud of it, especially because I have PCOS and losing isn't usually that easy for me. I'm still amazed I was able to lose any.

[Old2NewMe 73]

Thank you!
I am pretty proud of it, especially because I have PCOS and losing isn't usually that easy for me. I'm still amazed I was able to lose any.

Totally amazing! How are you feeling with Monday right around the corner? You go a day before me.

[gwbicster 257]

59 minutes ago, sunmeadow said:

Thank you!

I am pretty proud of it, especially because I have PCOS and losing isn't usually that easy for me. I'm still amazed I was able to lose any.

Yeah that's really amazing- you should feel proud! I lost 20 and I thought I was doing good!

[sunmeadow 82]

Totally amazing! How are you feeling with Monday right around the corner? You go a day before me.

I'm actually doing ok, not actively thinking (or worrying) about it, probably because I'm focused on my endless to-do list. I want everything ready for when I get home so I'm cleaning, clearing, and prepping for these two days.

I'm guessing I'll have a hard time sleeping Sunday night, especially since I plan to take my meds for Monday (surgeon's suggestion) and drink my last glass of Water at midnight and I have to be at the hospital at 6:15am.

How are you doing?

[Old2NewMe 73]

Just want these next two days to zip by

[Old2NewMe 73]

I'm actually doing ok, not actively thinking (or worrying) about it, probably because I'm focused on my endless to-do list. I want everything ready for when I get home so I'm cleaning, clearing, and prepping for these two days.

I'm guessing I'll have a hard time sleeping Sunday night, especially since I plan to take my meds for Monday (surgeon's suggestion) and drink my last glass of Water at midnight and I have to be at the hospital at 6:15am.

How are you doing?

I've got a laundry list to do also... literally lol. I've also began cleaning. I need to pack. I found myself in a store for an hour and a half yesterday searching for cute pajamas. First, I had drawstring pant pajamas and couldn't find a cute shirt (then I thought about how crazy I am for trying to look cute for one or two days in the hospital lol) so I picked up a plain shirt and walked to the check out and realized I may want a gown so I don't have to worry about feeling uncomfortable with the pants, put it all back and was in search for a nightgown that didn't look like it was for an 80 year old lol. It was a crazy day. Anyway what I couldn't find were gas x strips everyone keeps suggesting we buy. I can find capsules and chewables...

[gwbicster 257]

You won't need pajamas they will have you in a hospital gown.

[Old2NewMe 73]

You won't need pajamas they will have you in a hospital gown.

Yes I know. I hate hospital gowns. Never have felt comfortable. Having my own pj's always makes me feel a bit better : )

[sunmeadow 82]

I've got a laundry list to do also... literally lol. I've also began cleaning. I need to pack. I found myself in a store for an hour and a half yesterday searching for cute pajamas. First, I had drawstring pant pajamas and couldn't find a cute shirt (then I thought about how crazy I am for trying to look cute for one or two days in the hospital lol) so I picked up a plain shirt and walked to the check out and realized I may want a gown so I don't have to worry about feeling uncomfortable with the pants, put it all back and was in search for a nightgown that didn't look like it was for an 80 year old lol. It was a crazy day. Anyway what I couldn't find were gas x strips everyone keeps suggesting we buy. I can find capsules and chewables...

Ha ha ha! You sound like me!
I bought pajama shorts and capris (I'm 5' so regular pajama bottoms are always way too long). I have dozens of baggy t-shirts I could wear with them rather than buy a new shirt too. I also got a lightweight nightgown in case even having a loose waistband is a problem. I also bought a lightweight robe for roaming the hallway.

I figured even if they make me where their johnny instead, they'll be good for hanging around the house while I'm out of work since I'll probably only need to put real clothes on to go walking.