dianeseattle
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I thought it I thought it might be fun to reiterate what people say here. So here's a top 10 list. Feel free to add or revise. If we get enough tips, we could make it a resource for newcomers.
- Measure yourself now
- Don't weigh yourself more than once a week
- Drink at least 46 oz of water every day
- Developed a technique 2 drink your water, like a drinking game or any other event.
- Do not count any other liquids as water. Water is a unique substance and is essential to the process. Drink all the protein water you want but only count water as water.
- Before you start the puree phase, buy yourself a set of toddler dishes and utensils
- Be kind to yourself. Say affirmations. Remember how important you are to us and to everyone who loves you.
- Prepare your pantry and closet in advance so you are not in a bad position when you come home from the hospital
- Take a psyllium-based laxative beginning a couple weeks before surgery and continuing for life.
- Buy 2 blank books. Use one as a journal where you record your measurements and weight and feelings, including your struggle with your eating disorder before and after. Use the 2nd as a food log and write down every single tiny crumb of food that goes into your mouth in a day. And in your food diary, make sure you weigh and measure all your food.