November Bandsters!

Veggestyle · 10-22-2006, 09:19 AM

Angela--that is a good idea to start reducing the amount of carb intake so that the liquid diet is not so harsh on the body!

AngelaT · 10-22-2006, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Veggestyle

Angela--that is a good idea to start reducing the amount of carb intake so that the liquid diet is not so harsh on the body!

Yes...my doc does this instead of liquid...it also reduces the size of the liver... although i think I will still do liquids the last two days....just in case! :guess

AngelaT · 10-22-2006, 03:50 PM

Welcome to all the new November Bandsters!!!!!!!!!!!!

L8BloomR · 10-22-2006, 09:17 PM

Good luck, Angela, and to all others just starting their pre-op diets!! It won't be long before we begin our new journey to health...might as well get started NOW!! But Angela, did you HAVE to say "chocolate"?? I forgot about chocolate..... waaaaaaaahhhhhhhh.... :cry

FullofGRACE · 10-22-2006, 09:34 PM

Liquid Diet Ideas Anyone?

L8BloomR · 10-22-2006, 10:15 PM

I don't have any unique ideas for the liquid diet, but I do know that since I found the Profect protein "tubes", I have been alot happier on the diet I put myself on before surgery. They are 25 grams of protein in just a couple of gulps, and since I have blood sugar problems, and also can not drink whey-based protein drinks, they have been a lifesaver! I plan to use them on the clear liquid fast I have to go on the day before surgery, but for now I use them as a supplement to the small meals I am having to give myself a protein boost. Sorry I don't have any other helpful ideas...:embarassed: but good luck, everyone, with your pre-op diets!
Karen

AngelaT · 10-23-2006, 12:43 AM

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Originally Posted by L8BloomR

Good luck, Angela, and to all others just starting their pre-op diets!! It won't be long before we begin our new journey to health...might as well get started NOW!! But Angela, did you HAVE to say "chocolate"?? I forgot about chocolate..... waaaaaaaahhhhhhhh.... :cry

Yes...chocolate....but Karen, we can have chocolate smoothies!:hungry:
yum, here is a ggod one...not for clear liquids, but.....

-one banana
-chocolate almond milk, or soy milk unsweetened
-1 tablespoon almond butter
-a few drops or sprinkles of Stevia a natural sweetner...no calories and good for you
- blend it all together...yum!
You can add vanilla or chocolate protein powder if you want.
Drink half and save the rest for later....you can also freeze the left overs in ice cube trays with a toothpick in it and have popsicles!

Veggestyle · 10-23-2006, 07:31 AM

oooo, Angela, that sounds delicious! I am definitely interested in smoothie recipes to help make it through the ten day liquid diet that i start on Nov. 10th. I have begun to prepare myself for the diet by replacing one meal (usually lunch) with a Target version of Slimfast, which is good and cheap!

Veggestyle · 10-23-2006, 07:33 AM

Oh yeah...along with preparing for the liquid diet and the surgery...I have also stopped smoking...as of yesterday! Wish me luck today!

AngelaT · 10-23-2006, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Veggestyle

Oh yeah...along with preparing for the liquid diet and the surgery...I have also stopped smoking...as of yesterday! Wish me luck today!

Vegge....congratulations on everything you are doing!!! Awesome! Your band date will be here soon, and then you can enjoy the new you!!! I ahve been overweight up and down for 25 years....eat healthy, but Large portions and a constant nibbler when I am nervous or depresessed. So the calories do add up even if it is just carrots and lettuce

I am soooo happy the band will make me feel full :clap2:

Have a great day!!!! On the smoking...did you get the patch?

Good luck!!

prbrooksie · 10-23-2006, 10:48 AM

I am having the lap band November 2nd with Dr. Stephen Malley in Kansas City Missouri.

current wt: 252
Goal: 150

AngelaT · 10-23-2006, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by prbrooksie

I am having the lap band November 2nd with Dr. Stephen Malley in Kansas City Missouri.

current wt: 252
Goal: 150

:welcome2:

prbrooksie · 10-23-2006, 11:10 AM

Thank you Angela T...

How do you feel you will do at this?

kym828 · 10-23-2006, 11:51 AM

Hi Everyone,

i start my preop diet today. i leave for MX in 9 days - i am so excited.

Veggestyle · 10-23-2006, 12:14 PM

No, I do not plan on getting the patch...luckily I have only been smoking for about six months, and not regularily...I am planning on sheer will power...we'll see how that goes, and chewing sugar free gum...My boyfriend and I are quitting together...