:wub:So I've been banded for 5 days and still in pain especially where my port is! I'm also tired of jello. I've tasted so many nasty protein drinks. Although I am still having trouble getting in all my liquids/protein I only eat jello (maybe a ounce put together) twice a day when I take my two little pills. I crush them and put them in jello which doesn't help the taste. All the liquids make me fill full. Any suggestions anyone? I'm soooo scared of losing my hair. I've lost 22 pounds now and wonder if that's pretty fast.

If you lose hair it will probably be around the third month from the surgery date. I did not lose that much at all. It is a reaction from having a surgery. I have already noticed my hair is coming back. Do not stress out about that, that should be the least of your worries.

Try EAS Myoplex Lite 20 g Protein get it at any grocery store and does not taste bad at all. Comes in all kinds of flavors I like the Strawberry the best But chocolate is my next fav... Get the protein in it helps to keep you full and builds and repairs your body which you need now as you are healing. Be knid to your self and get al lot of rest now. I took a trip to Disney at my two week point after surgery and I was just fine. Everyday you will feel a little better. Get out and walk as much as you can it will help to make you feel better. Best wishes imaluckydog

Thank you for the great pointers I need to do something I have been so tired I only take some pain meds at night and it's usually in the middle of the night I need it. So I know that is not the reason for me being so tired all day. I am gonna try that protein drink do you just mix it with water? I been doing these shots from walmart called Whey protein shots they have 28g of protein in them so 2 and I pretty much got my protein in but it is NASTY! lol So I am going out to try yours thank you again

ive said in alot of my posts, that i feel every bandster should invest in a juicer..you get your fruits and veggies and add some protein powder (vanilla or plant protein). especially on days when yoou feel stuck, you can always try and sip your nutrients. making sure you have enough protein will help to not lose hair.

but isn't that when you get past stage one and two you can do that? I know I am going to buy one now! Thanks