# Gastric Sleeve Journey > Before the SurgeryPreparing for gastric sleeve surgery is more than booking a date, it’s a journey of research, reflection, and self-discovery.From comparing UK vs abroad options to tackling the liver --- ## Pages - [Gastric Sleeve FAQs](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/faqs/) - [Our Journey](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/our-journey/) - [Sitemap](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/sitemap/) - [Blog](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/blog/) - [About Us](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/our-journey/our-story/) - [Kirsten Progress Updates](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/weight-updates/kirsten-progress-updates/) - [James' Progress Updates](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/weight-updates/james-progress-updates/) - [Alcohol](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/post-op/alcohol/) - [Health & Recovery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/post-op/health-recovery/) - [Privacy Policy](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/privacy-policy/) - [Home](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/) - 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[How Long Until You Can Eat Normally Again After Gastric Sleeve Surgery?](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/how-long-until-you-can-eat-normally-again-after-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [The Emotional Side of Saying Goodbye to Food](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/the-emotional-side-of-saying-goodbye-to-food/) - [15 Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Before Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/15-questions-to-ask-your-surgeon-before-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [How to Prepare Mentally and Physically for Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/how-to-prepare-mentally-and-physically-for-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery Right for Me?](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/is-gastric-sleeve-surgery-right-for-me/) - [Site Update: October Refresh and Content Overhaul](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/site-update-october-refresh-and-content-overhaul/) - [After a Hard Year, We’re Back - and Finally Moving Forward](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/after-a-hard-year-were-back-and-finally-moving-forward/) - [June Jitters – Cold Hands, Sleepless Nights & (Fingers-Crossed) Light at the End of the Tunnel](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/june-jitters-cold-hands-sleepless-nights-fingers-crossed-light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel/) - ["You’re Wasting Away” – How We Deal with It](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/youre-wasting-away-how-we-deal-with-it/) - [When Life Takes Over: Why We’re Stepping Back for a While](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/when-life-takes-over-why-were-stepping-back-for-a-while/) - [What to Do With Old Clothes After Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/what-to-do-with-old-clothes-after-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [Weight Loss is a Consistent Effort: Even After Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/weight-loss-is-a-consistent-effort-even-after-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [Tips to Eating Out as a Bariatric Patient](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/tips-to-eating-out-as-a-bariatric-patient/) - [How to Avoid Overeating after a Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/how-to-avoid-overeating-after-a-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [Getting Pregnant after Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/getting-pregnant-after-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [Is Gastric Sleeve Surgery Safe?](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/is-gastric-sleeve-surgery-safe/) - [Does the Gastric Sleeve Cause Hair Loss?](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/does-the-gastric-sleeve-cause-hair-loss/) - [How Much Weight Can I Lose With Gastric Sleeve Surgery?](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/how-much-weight-can-i-lose-with-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [Signed Up for a Body Building Competition](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/signed-up-for-a-body-building-competition/) - [Gym vs Home Workouts?](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/gym-vs-home-workouts/) - [How a Sausage Roll Ruined the Party!](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/how-a-sausage-roll-ruined-the-party/) - [The Day of James' Surgery: A Step-by-Step Account](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/the-day-of-james-surgery-a-step-by-step-account/) - [Packing for the Hospital What to Bring](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/packing-for-the-hospital-what-to-bring/) - [Going on Holiday Three Months After Gastric Sleeve](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/going-on-holiday-three-months-after-gastric-sleeve/) - [Why We Started This Blog](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/why-we-started-this-blog/) - [Emotional and Social Changes After Weight Loss Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/emotional-and-social-changes-after-weight-loss-surgery/) - [Avoiding Common Nutritional Deficiencies After Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/avoiding-common-nutritional-deficiencies-after-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [How to Involve Family and Friends into Your Support Network](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/how-to-involve-family-and-friends-into-your-support-network/) - [Dealing With Weight Stalls](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/dealing-with-weight-stalls/) - [How Much Does a Gastric Sleeve Cost?](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/how-much-does-a-gastric-sleeve-cost/) - [Managing Pain and Discomfort After Gastric Sleeve Surgery](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/managing-pain-and-discomfort-after-gastric-sleeve-surgery/) - [Butter Chicken](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/butter-chicken/) - [Orange Marmalade Chicken](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/orange-marmalade-chicken/) - [Slow Cooker Turkey Chili](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/slow-cooker-turkey-chili/) - [Beef Meatballs](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/beef-meatballs-with-tomato-sauce/) - [Why We Chose a Gastric Sleeve Over Other Options](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/why-we-chose-a-gastric-sleeve-over-other-options/) - [Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/chicken-and-broccoli-stir-fry/) - [Chilli Beef Noodles](https://gastricsleevejourney.com/chilli-beef-noodles/) ---