Optifast - 9 days down, 5 to go

StevesGal
on 6/21/11 10:41 am - Hamilton, Canada

One week tomorrow, and I'm under the knife! I'm getting in all 4 of my OF's every day, and augmenting that with the broth, jello, crystal light. I've made popsicles, but have only had 1 or 2.

I've lost about 7 lbs. so far (as of Monday am). I find that, although I love smelling the food, I'm not really craving anything. Family had Chinese tonight and, even though I sat right there with them having my Jello, I really didn't feel the need to have any. It's weird. It's like my brain has already resolved itself to the fact that my food choices will be limited soon, so why worry.
Every day brings it closer. Am I excited? Yeah! Am I scared?

Bricks!!

But it's all for a good thing in the end. My health and longevity.

Beth

Former RNY patient revising to Sleeve then DS.
Appts: Dietitian - January 21/19; July 16/19, August 13/19, September 17/19, October 15/19; Social Worker: August 23/19; DS Orientation: March 20/19; Internist: September 30/19; Surgeon: November 13/19 (signed consent).
Surgery Date: February 28/20.

MY RNY DIDN'T FAIL ME - I FAILED IT.

Megan M.
on 6/21/11 11:06 am - Canada

RNY on 07/22/11

Great progress. How did you make popsicles? Frozen crystal light?

StevesGal
on 6/21/11 11:17 am - Hamilton, Canada

RNY on 06/29/11

Yes, I use CL to make my popsicles. I bought some trays at the Dollar Store and have one tray at home and one at work.

Karen M.
on 6/21/11 11:12 am - Mississauga, Canada

RNY on 03/21/06

I think you're just really focused on your surgery and doing everything right for yourself. Good for you.

Karen

Ontario Recipes Forum - http://www.obesityhelp.com/group/ontario_recipes/

Moselle
on 6/21/11 11:13 am - Athens, Canada

RNY on 12/29/10

Sounds like you are ready to roll. I'm glad that you aren't having any issues with the Optifast stage. I think that you will find it even easier once you've had the surgery and aren't even hungry. I find it easy to make good food choices because I'm not thinking about food all the time. I wish you all the best for the remaining days on Optifast and hope your surgery goes well and your on the bench and recovering quickly.

StevesGal
on 6/21/11 11:18 am - Hamilton, Canada

RNY on 06/29/11

Thanks for the good words, ladies. It means a lot.

Beth

Former RNY patient revising to Sleeve then DS.
Appts: Dietitian - January 21/19; July 16/19, August 13/19, September 17/19, October 15/19; Social Worker: August 23/19; DS Orientation: March 20/19; Internist: September 30/19; Surgeon: November 13/19 (signed consent).
Surgery Date: February 28/20.

MY RNY DIDN'T FAIL ME - I FAILED IT.

teacherof4
on 6/21/11 12:09 pm

Beth I felt the same way 2 weeks ago - my surgery was a week ago today. You are doing great and will be fine. It all goes very smoothly at the hospital and they will look after you. Keep focussed and calm - YOU WILL DO GREAT!
Sherri

June 14, 2011 - Surgery date

JJ_
on 6/21/11 12:44 pm

Hey Beth, it sounds like your head is in the right place with respect to food. You are about to embark on a major life change, including surgery. No wonder you are nervous and excited all at the same time.

Sending

to you.

All the best.

Judy

on_my_way2011
on 6/21/11 1:57 pm - Canada

RNY on 09/27/11

Keep up the good work, surgery day will be here before you know it. You are certainly an inspiration to those of us still waiting!

Tracy

Highest weight ~ 360, Surgery weight ~ 280, Current weight ~ 171
Referral to bariatric registry ~ April 29, 2011 SURGERY ~ September 27, 2011
My is Gailupnorth.

Monica M.
on 6/21/11 9:15 pm - Penetanguishene, Canada

RNY on 03/02/11

that's awesome!!! you're going to rock this thing, for sure.

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