preparing

so from what my doc tells me i have to loose like 45 lbs before surgery. I am going to go see a weight loss specialist to get help in loosing this. has anyone done this? if so what kinds of thigs will be my options or suggested? 

Lost almost 40 lbs prior to surgery ( was told to lose 20). Of course I followed what the dietician prescribed as I'm sure you will too. They'll probably want you to eat LEAN / lowfat proteins, limit your carbs, and cut out sweets (including sweet sugary drinks). Beyond the diet, the things that seemed to really help were brisk exercise, at least once a day, often twice. Don't eat anything late. I think in my case it was to not eat any later than 6 PM (I go to bed early, and get up early). Do get in your FLUIDS and FIBER, and DO eat your healthy snacks to keep your metabolism from slowing.

I had to lose 36lbs. before surgery. What I did was used myfitnesspal.com to journal everyday. I ate between 1200 and 1400 calories. I stuck with low carb/lowfat. I also exercised at least 6 days/week. Because I was hoping that I could have surgery before end of year my mind was set. I lost it in 2 months. Because I had lost the weight I didn't have to do 2 weeks of protein shakes before surgery. I only had to do a liquid diet 2 days prior. I had surgery last week:) It may seem like it's hard to do but just set your mind to it and think of the prize! Good luck!

I lost like 35 # before surgery cause I had to wait 6 months for insurance anyway.  My doctor put me on phentermine pills, they worked fabulous.  I then just pretended to be a bariatric patient eating the way I should if I had the surgery, maybe a little more, lol.  All in all it was worth it cause I am down 50 some pounds now.