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NoTurningBack has a great idea. Attending live support group meetings is important as you can talk to people who are at different stages in their journey. You will see first hand what can happen if you stick with the plan. At my last two support group meetings, people who didn't know me said...

Karenina, my understanding is that for all bariatric patients, no drinking 30 minutes before and after eating. That is what I've gotten from my Dr. but I could be wrong. I know for RNY, because the pouch is so small, drinking 30 minutes or less before eating will cause you to fill up too fast...

Tammi, most of the people post here a few times and get their question at the time answered and then move on. Some of us stick around and keep offering our support, counsel and answers as best we can. Don't be discouraged because you don't get lots of responses. What I think are my best posts...

I have never been a fan of Tofu, but I agree with the wise old man, Dennis. Go for it, the worst thing that could happen is you don't like it. Frank :cool:

OUTSTANDING NSA Way to face your fear and do it the first time, but to take your kids with the second time, that had to be special. Frank :cool:

Glad to hear you had a good time. I'm with Dennis, I love refried beans and eat them whenever we do Mexican for lunch. Frank :cool:

Wow Dehily, you really are ready. Way to go! I'm truly impressed with your preparations. You are going to be a BIG LOSER before you know it. Any questions, just let us know. Frank :cool:

Congrats on the surgery date. It's an exciting time, and it goes by faster than you think. CALQL84HEALTH as for other exercises, you could try swimming, zumba, bike riding, taking the stair rather than an elevator or escalator. I'm taking scuba lessons. Just about anything that gets you out...

This journey of ours will put most people out of their comfort zone and it's a good thing too. For me the comfort zone was eating, I could always eat and feel better, at least at the moment. I didn't worry about my weight, until I started having problems, but even then I continued to yo-yo...

Tammi, I asked that question. Each patient is different and what needs to happen in their bodies prior to surgery is different, requiring different diets and length of diet. Also each Dr is different they stick with what they've seen work. The primary thing they are trying to do is make sure...

Hi Chillis, I was 55 when I had the surgery and it is worth it. You will feel years younger as the weight comes off. You will start to do things you've either never done or haven't done in years. Keep us up to date on how things are going, we care. Frank :cool:

Wow Cindy, I'm sorry to hear you're having such problems. Unfortunately I haven't been through this and all I can offer is my support and prayers. Have you tried another Bariatric Dr to get a second opinion? Frank :cool:

That is one way of looking at it and most of us probably had our "last meal" before starting the diet. I know I planned a big one and had it to, but I can't remember what I had or why it was so important. You are not on death row, instead you are now on Healthier, Happier, Longer living row...

Tammi, try Pure Protein bars, they are tasty and have lots of protein. I had to do protein shakes only for three weeks before I had my surgery. I kept focusing on my 5 year old grandson, he was my motivation. Got through it. As for if it's worth it. I'm down 160+ pounds and there are...

That's Wendy's fast food chili. Only fast food that I'll eat, cheap and tasty with lots of protein. Frank :cool:

I ate soft boiled eggs and scrambled eggs. Along with the tuna and chicken. Yogurt was also something I ate a lot of. Did some Wendy's chili as well. Frank :cool:

I had my RNY (gastric by-pass) last October, so I'll be here to cheer you on and to let you know that it can be done. I'm down 160+ in the past nine months and I feel great. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Frank :cool:

Attitude makes all the difference in the world. Your life and eating habits are about to undergo a major change. Embrace that change, use it to your advantage and the pounds will come off. Good luck with the surgery, let us know how it goes. Frank :cool:

Welcome Linda Sue, I'm in Wake Forest NC and you'll love this board. We talk about anything and everything without judging anyone. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. That's what we're here for. Frank :cool:

Hi Susan, I carry a waterbottle with me at all times. I sip in the car, while walking, in the elevator, sitting at my desk, watching TV. From the time I get up until I go to bed I carry and sip, except for the time that I'm eating and of course the 30 minutes before and after. You're still...