I didn't have surgery yet but have had things here and there for one last Hooray...I have to watch now because I have a set weight that I have to lose. But I think everyone goes through that. Good luck with surgery. debby

No you aren't the only one. I think we all do it in some ways. I had been doing good on my pre op diet but right before my 2 week liquid diet I went to Indianpolis, IN for Memorial Day weekend and tried to be good but on that Sunday was kinda bad. Also that week before I made home made mac n cheese. I never did get pizza in though. I had to start the liquid diet on Memorial Day while traveling home and that wasn't the funniest but I survived.
After surgery you will still be able to enjoy your fav foods but just small amounts in moderation.
Good luck with your surgery.

You are very, very normal. Lots of people have what they jokingly call The Last Supper!

However, don't let fear dominate your thoughts about the WLS lifestyle. Three quarters of patients are able to eat just about anything after they reach their goal weight--within reason.

However, many of us CHOOSE not to indulge in the foods that previously led us to overindulge. The best part of the meltdown process is the opportunity it gives us to develop a new and healthier relationship to food. Food becomes something that supports healthy and self-esteem, rather than a destructive device to hide our unhappiness. I believe you will be happily surprised by how your attitude toward food changes as you begin to love yourself and your self-esteem increases.

Good luck. :)

I had surgery 2 months ago and I did the exact same thing prior to starting my liquid pre-op diet. Pizza, mexican, ice cream, etc. unexpectedly though, after eating it, I just felt miserable, overfull, bloated, etc. which was probably a blessing in disguise because I think it has helped to not miss that stuff.

I went to all my favorite restaurants, ate all my favorite foods and had my "Last Supper" (a huge delicious steak marinated and grilled by my favorite steak chef - my boyfriend) at 11pm the night before my liquid diet started.

My nutritionist calls it "Last Supper Syndrome" She actually had a person "accidently" eat an entire Thanksgiving dinner while on the liquid diet.

I think everyone has/or will go through this. I'm not on the liquid diet and I'm already picking one thing every now and then to eat that I know I won't be able to have because it will make me sick

I said "goodbye" to many of my favorite foods pre-op, too. I didn't have a liquid diet pre-op, though, so I didn't have the guilt you are experiencing. When I said goodbye to a special food, I made sure I relished every bite and stopped when I was satisfied (before I felt stuffed). I actually lost 30 lbs while saying goodbye to the quarter pounder with cheese, McDonald's fries, and deep-dish Chicago style pizza.

That said, it is very important to stick with your liquid diet (or whatever diet your surgeon puts you on). When we are obese, our livers are large and fatty. The pre-op diet will shrink your liver so the surgeon can maneuver around it safely during surgery. If it is still enlarged, many surgeons will take one look at it and cancel the surgery.

Hang in there!!! It really is worth it!!

JJ

No you aren't the only one. My nutrionist says that its very normal for people to do that. And lucky you for only having to do one week liquid. I've been on the restricted for going on Week 3. Its actually not been too bad and I am losing weight so that's the best thing yet :) Stay strong and you can do this!!! Best of luck with your surgery next Monday. I am a week behind you. July 23rd

Nope. I called it my "last meal" only there were several.
Also you won't be able to have these foods for a while, not forever. But you'll eat less of them less often

I did this to before surgery! I ate what I wanted when I wanted. THEN a week before surgery I got sick with almost pnemonia and ended up losing 8 lbs LOL So, I did. No need to feel bad. It's a farewell to food. Chin up!

I think it's normal. I regretted not having my favorite for the last time meal.