Question:
I have to loose 15 lbs before surgery.. Anyone have any fast ideas?

I have 3 weeks left anyone know a fast way to lose weight? Iv already started walking and watching what i eat.    — Amanda G. (posted on January 29, 2002)

January 29, 2002
I'll bet most would agree with me about drinking your water! Seriously, if you can get 70 ounces or more a day (at least 2 liters), in combination with exercise and eating right, you should lose fast. If the scale doesn't budge much, you might try Dexatrim or something to curb your appetite. But always check first with your doctor, the caffeine/herbal ephedrine found in some appetite suppressants can elevate your blood pressure. Fill up on water and veggies! Good luck to you!!
   — [Anonymous]

January 29, 2002
Eat lots of protein and drink lots of water. No starches or sugars. You will lose quickly on this and it will get you prepared for the post surgery diet too. You can have broths too.
   — [Anonymous]

January 29, 2002
I had to lose 30 pounds before surgery and struggled all Summer. The thing that finally worked for me was dropping to 1,000 calories per day. I was insanely hungry at first but if you make protien most of that 1,000 calories it is easier. I also started Curves for Women and of course drank 64 oz of water a day. I ended up losing 34 pounds prior to surgery. Good Luck!
   — Denise M.

January 29, 2002
The zero/very low carb Atkins diet is the quickest method I know of. I could always lose 50 lbs on it. I'd gain it right back, but you'll have had your WLS by then.
   — Bobbie B.

January 30, 2002
my doctor gave me a diet that you follow for 3 days and lose 10lbs. It works as a chemical breakdown and is designed for people who need to lose weight quickly for surgery. It isn't hard to stick to for just 3 days but the weight loss won't stick around forever so it isn't designed as a general weight loss tool. If interested email me and I will give you the entire diet. ([email protected])
   — Angi W.

August 16, 2002
Many years ago I started on a diet and the first 3 days you had to eat 3lbs of beef and nothing but the beef a day and drink tons of water. It is a cleansing diet. I bought hamburger made from ground round and pattied it out and broiled it. I also used a little mustard. I promise you will lose a minimum of 10 pounds in 3 days. The more water you drink the more you lose.
   — sis F.

June 15, 2003
Do the Atkins.
   — nealsmom

March 30, 2004
I am required to go on a Clear Liquid Diet 10 full days before surgery. This shrinks the liver, making surgery easier and causing less trauma. A side-effect is rapid weight loss.
   — Bryan D.