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Ok this is probably gonna sound so stupid but I'm more nervous about June 30th when I have to start my 3 wk liquid diet than I am about the actual surgery. I'm so scared I'm gonna fail on the liquid diet. Considering I have so many ppl supporting me don't understand what I'm worried about; I reckon from feeling like I've failed on every other diet I've ever been on. A few of my friends at work are talking about doing the liquid diet with me Mondays thru Fridays of those 3 wks & my momma & Ma have already started getting things together to have at their house for those 3 wks & when I come over to visit....how nice is that. I really do have some great family & friends. And can I just say how thankful I am I found this website & have so many ppl to inspire me you all are truly get friends too. Pls pray for me about the 3 wk liquid diet AND pray for my 3 kids that will be dealing with me .....hehehehehe. Goodnight. 10 Comment(s)
Comment by chakragirl06 on Jun 18, 2008 at 05:33am
Hey thanks so much for the sweet comments on my photo's! I'm so happy for you that you have a date!! Just do the best you can on the liquid diet, I remember that and it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. I ate a lot of soups, jello, but it helps so much when you get to surgery!! You'll be fine!! I tell myself when I think I can't do something hard, that nothing is as hard as dragging all that weight I had around!! Truly!! When they say nothing tastes as good as thin feels...........I understand that now! You will do AWESOME!!! It won't be long now!!! Sending lots of prayers and hugs your way!! ~Hugs, Steffanie
Comment by GINGALADY on Jun 18, 2008 at 10:21am
You will be fine!! It's really not that bad! This is actually day 3 of my "official" pre-op diet but I started last Monday and then did it so-so all last week. I am not doing so bad. I feel like I am actually eating more than I usually eat because I am trying to make a conscious effort to eat regularly, which can be difficult at work! I eat my oatmeal in the mornings as soon as I get to work and then do a protein shake mixed with water around morning break and then have a grilled chicken salad at lunch. In the afternoon, I usually have some cucumber slices for break and then have a protein shake made with skim milk, frozen strawberries, a few ice cubes, protein powder, and a couple of packs of splenda for my dinner at night. It's pretty good and it works for me! Anyway, I wish you the best of luck and I know you are strong.....You can do it girl!!!! HUGS!!!! See ya soon! Ginger :o)
Comment by agonzalez144 on Jun 18, 2008 at 10:57am
You will be fine! I know enough people can't say that but you will, it will be hard but just keep thinking about the end result! I was on a liquid diet too! If you need any help or tips feel free to email me at anag@buy.com No one understands better than someone who is going or has gone trough the same thing. Cheer up! and don't be nervous!
Comment by atomic13 on Jun 18, 2008 at 09:04pm
Ugh I will never understand why some programs require such a LONG liquid diet. It is so unnecessary. I'm pulling for you, girl! Just prepare to never have jello, popsicles, or broth ever again lol. You will be sick to death of them. (hugs)
Comment by Baybgirl37 on Jun 20, 2008 at 12:19pm
hey girl...i am 1 1/2 week on the liq diet..ugh yea and i am sick of the jello, pudding and broths..lol but i gotta keep thinking my date will be in no timei just put a piece of gum in my mouth ..i know it is not as great as a big burger n fries but ..hey i am in this now .. cant f**k it up..u will do fine..just think of the end result in ur head..and drink lots of water to fill u up...i dont get the whole liq diet thing either some people can eat what they want up until surgery day..lol but in these last 8 days i have lost 8 lbs..so that is alilttle inmcentive...best of luck
xo Comment by RockenRoxy on Jun 20, 2008 at 11:19pm
wow 3weeks of liquid diet..I guess every doctor is different. I only had to do it the night before. But look at it this way..its just getting you ready for your new life ahead. No one said it was goin to be easy, but what makes it work smoothly is knowing your going to be losing the weight faster and healthier. Please feel free to contact me any time. I look forward to seeing your results. Trust me this is the best thing you could do for yourself and your health. Good luck and live life to the fullest
Hugs Rox Comment by LORIG13 on Jun 22, 2008 at 09:28am
3 week liquid diet? That sounds really tough, but I'm sure you'll prevail! :-)
I only have to be on clear liquids for 24 hrs prior to surgery. I suppose different Bypass programs have different types of "rules". Comment by enecaise on Jun 24, 2008 at 06:04pm
Sweetie....
You will do fine! I thought that I was going to die the first 2 days of the liquid diet, but once those first few days were over I was on my way. My body got used to it, just make sure that you have plenty of different things to drink, I lived for crystal light (although I bought the off brand at walmart.) I was thrilled to watch the weight drop just over those 3 weeks.... it was amazing and I felt like I was already well on my way once the wheeled me in for surgery! Just continue to keep your head up.... don't over indulge the night before you start your liquid diet, it makes it harder. But do enjoy one of your favorite food, cuz it will be awhile before you can have it again. Good luck!! Comment by KITTYKAY on Jun 26, 2008 at 10:12pm
Wow you have to do a 3 weeker! I only have to do a 2 weeker and a 2 day liquids. WOW Im with ya, stay in touch.
Comment by MorganD on Jul 02, 2008 at 04:45am
I hope the liquid diet is coming along well. I'm on atkins for 2 weeks, and that sucks, so I can't only imagine your pain. I'll be on liquids two weeks after. Congratulations on your surgery date too!! We're gonna be hott! ;D
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