First Day of Opti
I was surprised that I wasn't really hungry for most of the morning - I did get a bit light-headed close to lunchtime, but otherwise I was good! It helps that I have a lot to get done at work today.
I just had Vanilla for lunch, and while I definitely prefer Chocolate, it's not so bad, either. I might bring my blender and some ice to work tomorrow, because I think it tastes better that way vs. just mixed with water using my shaker cup. I also have some 10 cal broth and SF jello to get me through the afternoon.
I haven't used any flavourings yet, but have some ready to go at home for when I need a change.
I wanted to thank everyone for the Opti tips you've given over the last year or so - they've all been so helpful to me. In particular, the posts about mindset have been helpful - I've prepared well for these 2 weeks, and am going into it with as much positivity as possible. Remind me of this in 2 days if I'm complaining!
The countdown is on to the big day!
Referral - December 2011 * Orientation TWH - March 13th, 2012 * Nurse Practitioner - April 17th, 2012 * Nutrition Class - April 17th, 2012 * Social Worker - April 24th, 2012 * Dietician - May 1st, 2012 * Psych - May 1st, 2012 * Surgeon - August 17th, 2012 * PATTS - Sept. 12th, 2012 * SURGERY TEGH, Dr. Cyriac - October 16th, 2012
Starting Weight - 320 lbs * Current Weight - 178 lbs * Goal Weight - 165 lbs
Referral - December 2011 * Orientation TWH - March 13th, 2012 * Nurse Practitioner - April 17th, 2012 * Nutrition Class - April 17th, 2012 * Social Worker - April 24th, 2012 * Dietician - May 1st, 2012 * Psych - May 1st, 2012 * Surgeon - August 17th, 2012 * PATTS - Sept. 12th, 2012 * SURGERY TEGH, Dr. Cyriac - October 16th, 2012
Starting Weight - 320 lbs * Current Weight - 178 lbs * Goal Weight - 165 lbs
Referral - December 2011 * Orientation TWH - March 13th, 2012 * Nurse Practitioner - April 17th, 2012 * Nutrition Class - April 17th, 2012 * Social Worker - April 24th, 2012 * Dietician - May 1st, 2012 * Psych - May 1st, 2012 * Surgeon - August 17th, 2012 * PATTS - Sept. 12th, 2012 * SURGERY TEGH, Dr. Cyriac - October 16th, 2012
Starting Weight - 320 lbs * Current Weight - 178 lbs * Goal Weight - 165 lbs
You definitely have the positive side down. My fav thing about my almost 3 weeks of shakes, was no meal planning or thinking about what I would eat next! Miss those days.
The two weeks will fly by. Just make sure you take you shakes at regular intervals, and you shouldn't get light headed. I used 6, 10, 2 and 6. But that's based on my work schedule. Drive in, morning, afternoon and supper at home.
Cathy
Good tip on the spacing- I was thinking of waiting until dinnertime until my 3rd shake, but I'm actually getting a bit light headed now since it's been over 4 hours since lunch. I will probably have it now on the ride home. Then I can have some broth or jello if I feel like it during dinner, and my last shake in the evening before bed.
Thanks for your support!
Referral - December 2011 * Orientation TWH - March 13th, 2012 * Nurse Practitioner - April 17th, 2012 * Nutrition Class - April 17th, 2012 * Social Worker - April 24th, 2012 * Dietician - May 1st, 2012 * Psych - May 1st, 2012 * Surgeon - August 17th, 2012 * PATTS - Sept. 12th, 2012 * SURGERY TEGH, Dr. Cyriac - October 16th, 2012
Starting Weight - 320 lbs * Current Weight - 178 lbs * Goal Weight - 165 lbs
Referral - December 2011 * Orientation TWH - March 13th, 2012 * Nurse Practitioner - April 17th, 2012 * Nutrition Class - April 17th, 2012 * Social Worker - April 24th, 2012 * Dietician - May 1st, 2012 * Psych - May 1st, 2012 * Surgeon - August 17th, 2012 * PATTS - Sept. 12th, 2012 * SURGERY TEGH, Dr. Cyriac - October 16th, 2012
Starting Weight - 320 lbs * Current Weight - 178 lbs * Goal Weight - 165 lbs
