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jsadek54 · July 12, 2008

Hello everyone! My lapband surgery is scheduled for 7/21. I am getting a little nervous about whats to come and the diet part. I know I can make it the 3 weeks liquid part. I am nervous about the food part and will I be getting enough Proteins and Vitamins. Does everyone feel the same in the beginning? I thought long and hard about this and I know its the right thing to do for myself. I need to get healthier and to be able to do for myself without depending on my kids to help with the laundry and house cleaning. I hate exercise but know I have to start somewhere so I will start walking on my lunchtime. Wish me luck.:biggrin2:

dolly_lala · July 12, 2008

congrats on your upcoming surgery, if you put yourself to it, you can do the diet and it will all pay off in the end! good luck

legster · July 12, 2008

Hey, welcome!

I don't think you'll need any luck with your great attitude.

Most people come in here worrying about the pre/post op diet, but not you! As far as getting enough Protein once you move to solid foods, it's not as hard as it might seem. You always have the option of drinking a Protein shake at the end (or beginning or both!) of the day if it turns out to be a problem.

Did you have a consultation with a nutritionist? If so, my advice would be to make sure you have their email address in case you want to ask questions without playing phone tag. :thumbup:

Keep up the positive thinking and you'll be a perfect bandster!

jsadek54 · July 13, 2008

Thanks to giving me some confidence. I found a rotein drink that tastes good. Its called Unjury. I want to find some Protein Bars for later on that taste good. Ant suggestions?