A New Beginning!

[msrsimpkin]

I've just completed the first day of my Liver Shrinking diet... And it was torture! Haha. But, I'm determined!

My surgery is scheduled for the 22nd, so technically I was due to start the LSD tomorrow, but I figured Monday is a good day to start, and I kind of wanted to just hurry up and start it already!

My dietitian had me start a slightly less restrictive version of the LSD 2 weeks ago as I hadn't quite reached the weight loss goal she'd set for me. It's basically the milk and yoghurt diet, but with the addition of plain salad and vegetables, and 75g of lean protein. I'm actually kind of glad she did because it helped with the transition into the LSD.

Today may have been difficult on my tummy (so much rumbling! lol), but I feel almost liberated, not to feel tied down by food! Of course, it's been all I could think about for most of the day, but knowing that in just over two weeks time will be the beginning of my new life, I feel so excited!

This is the first time in my life I've ever been excited about NOT eating! Haha. Watch this space

 

[Wireman]

good luck

 

[shaunasmile]

Welcome mrs! Keep us updated on your journey!

 

[los in it]

Hello and good luck on the LSD!

 

[Butterfly_lady]

Good luck and keep up with the good work x

 

[sharon2014]

Good luck!!! Keep up updated on your progress!! X

 

[msrsimpkin]

Thanks guys! <3

I've phoned my dietitian because I've noticed that I become very bloated whenever I drink milk. I thought it was just my body's reaction to the change in diet, but I've narrowed it down to the milk I'm drinking, which is a bit of a problem when I'm on a milk diet! Haha.

So, I called her to ask if soy milk, almond milk, etc. are okay to have instead. Luckily, she said that as long as they're fortified with calcium, it's fine.

Well, I've found a coconut milk that's MILES lower in calories, fat and sugar per 100ml than cows milk, and has added calcium and vitamins! And it actually doesn't taste that bad, if you like coconut. A bit odd in tea though :/

I'll see how I get on with this for today...

 

[purplepansyem]

I've just completed the first day of my Liver Shrinking diet... And it was torture! Haha. But, I'm determined!

My surgery is scheduled for the 22nd, so technically I was due to start the LSD tomorrow, but I figured Monday is a good day to start, and I kind of wanted to just hurry up and start it already!

My dietitian had me start a slightly less restrictive version of the LSD 2 weeks ago as I hadn't quite reached the weight loss goal she'd set for me. It's basically the milk and yoghurt diet, but with the addition of plain salad and vegetables, and 75g of lean protein. I'm actually kind of glad she did because it helped with the transition into the LSD.

Today may have been difficult on my tummy (so much rumbling! lol), but I feel almost liberated, not to feel tied down by food! Of course, it's been all I could think about for most of the day, but knowing that in just over two weeks time will be the beginning of my new life, I feel so excited!

This is the first time in my life I've ever been excited about NOT eating! Haha. Watch this space

Congratulations on your forth coming surgery and well done for getting through day one! I totally understand how you're feeling and I'll be in your shoes on 9th August as I'm having my surgery on 23rd Aug.

 

[msrsimpkin]

Well, a good friend of mine is holiday in North Wales this week with his family, and they've got a spare room in the apartment they're renting. So they've invited me and the Mr. down for a few days.

Now, normally I'd be ecstatic about a free holiday, but ...of all the weeks for it to happen! Haha. So I'm sitting here, in the bar, with my glass of ice water while everyone around me is gulping down pints and snacking on crisps and peanuts! And I've overheard talk of going the chip shop on the way back! Eek!

If nothing else, this will be a test of my willpower!

 

[sharon2014]

Well, a good friend of mine is holiday in North Wales this week with his family, and they've got a spare room in the apartment they're renting. So they've invited me and the Mr. down for a few days. Now, normally I'd be ecstatic about a free holiday, but ...of all the weeks for it to happen! Haha. So I'm sitting here, in the bar, with my glass of ice water while everyone around me is gulping down pints and snacking on crisps and peanuts! And I've overheard talk of going the chip shop on the way back! Eek! If nothing else, this will be a test of my willpower!

Aw I'm sure you still have great time!!! Think of the reason why and you won't miss it lol xx

 

[msrsimpkin]

Aw I'm sure you still have great time!!! Think of the reason why and you won't miss it lol xx

Yeah, I'm not going to give in! It's all worth it in the end.

And I say that as I sit here nursing a mug of warm milk, while the rest of them eat pizza and kebabs! It smells sooo niicccce! Haha.

 

[msrsimpkin]

Well, I'm happy to say that, through all the beer, chips and picnics on the beach, I've stuck to mY diet. It's the first time in my life that I've been able to say that!

We're leaving tomorrow, but then we're off to my in laws as it's my MIL's birthday. She's more nervous about the surgery than me, so I bet that will be the main subject of our stay! Haha

 

[sharon2014]

Well, I'm happy to say that, through all the beer, chips and picnics on the beach, I've stuck to mY diet. It's the first time in my life that I've been able to say that! We're leaving tomorrow, but then we're off to my in laws as it's my MIL's birthday. She's more nervous about the surgery than me, so I bet that will be the main subject of our stay! Haha

Have a great time love xx

 

[msrsimpkin]

Thanks Sharon.

Finally home now, back to normality. Should make life a little easier. A few family members are insisting they see me before my op, so I'll be running around visiting people this week.

With that and trying to get the house in shape and get the washing basket down (shocking how much washing you can make in less than a week away from home!), I think I've got a busy week ahead of me. Hopefully, it'll take my mind of wanting to eat! Haha

 

[msrsimpkin]

And if last week on holiday wasn't bad enough, it's my nieces 21st today and she's dragged everyone out up town for the night. I'll just be sitting here with my iced water... No Guinness for me! Haha

 

[sharon2014]

And if last week on holiday wasn't bad enough, it's my nieces 21st today and she's dragged everyone out up town for the night. I'll just be sitting here with my iced water... No Guinness for me! Haha

Aww I know, I went away for a week recently and was 3 washes when I came home!!

It's hard to keep up with all the family when time is short but keep your mind occupied!!! Xx

Ice water...it's totally the IN thing the now..I had 2 today xx

 

[msrsimpkin]

Yeah, I'm not letting this diet get in the way of me socialising! It can be a bit depressing and I feel a bit left out sometimes, but I just think about what I'm doing it for and I know it'll all be worth it in the end

 

[sharon2014]

Yeah, I'm not letting this diet get in the way of me socialising! It can be a bit depressing and I feel a bit left out sometimes, but I just think about what I'm doing it for and I know it'll all be worth it in the end

It certainly will!!! Xx

 

[msrsimpkin]

Just a quick update to say I'm still going strong on the LSD. Stuck to my water all night on Monday, despite it being student night and spirits were £1 for a single, £1.50 for a double, PLUS a free shot with every drink! There were even giving me a free shot with my free glass of water! Haha.

Only 4 days to go now! Got to go and have some more bloods done tomorrow. Had a call this morning from the bariatric nurse saying she's adding a Vitamin D test too. Not sure why, but they're taking plenty of it anyway, may aswell have a bit more

 

[sharon2014]

Just a quick update to say I'm still going strong on the LSD. Stuck to my water all night on Monday, despite it being student night and spirits were £1 for a single, £1.50 for a double, PLUS a free shot with every drink! There were even giving me a free shot with my free glass of water! Haha. Only 4 days to go now! Got to go and have some more bloods done tomorrow. Had a call this morning from the bariatric nurse saying she's adding a Vitamin D test too. Not sure why, but they're taking plenty of it anyway, may aswell have a bit more

Well done on sticking to the diet love!! Esp on student night lol, I remember those days and they usually included a takeaway after !!

Your doing so well and nearly at that point that will give u extra help to the new you!!

Wonder why testing Vit D?? I started taking a multi vitamin this week as I'm on my PrePre diet, so low cal, low carb until my pre op diet which still waiting for from dietician! I weighed myself yesterday and had went from 294-286 so was very happy with that xxx

Let us know how u get on xx