Dieting Pre-Op and Band Second Thoughts?

SanDiegoPhotog · 04-30-2008, 11:24 AM

I am meeting with a new surgeon at the end of this week, and he requires a food and exercise diary before surgery to show him that your committed to the band requirements.

So, I've been a very, very good girl and I've lost 13 pounds. It's kind of funny, but I was thinking it and DH said it . . . something to the effect of, if I'm doing so well losing now, shouldn't I just stick to the program and keep losing weight without the band?

Hahahahaha! Okay . . . so I KNOW that I need the band. I KNOW that sticking to something long-term is nearly impossible for me and I need that band to get me through those times where, without the band, I feel absolutely starving.

But, all of this pre-op stuff sure does give hope, doesn't it??? :)

TerriDoodle · 04-30-2008, 11:39 AM

If I had a nickel for everytime i heard this!....

Well, it certainly is something to consider and if you think there is an inkling of hope that you would not regain the weight, you should definitely do that! Surgery is a last resort for people who have been yo-yoing for most of their lives. Only you can answer these questions for yourself.

SanDiegoPhotog · 04-30-2008, 11:42 AM

Oh no . . . I guess my dripping sarcasm doesn't come across well on the internet. I'm definitely NOT having second thoughts. I've been yo-yo dieting for over 14 years (almost half my life), so second thoughts are NOT an option at this point.

DH and I just thought it was funny.

I guarantee you the only reason I'm sticking to anything is to prove that I CAN and WILL change my eating habits to get this band and to have a healthier life.

I simply cannot wait for my band!!!!!