nachae2005

I blended the chocolate EAS carb smart (or something that effect lol can't recall the exact name) ready to drink with 1/4 c no sugar added chocolate frozen yogurt, a little ice for texture, and .... the game changer.... 2 tsp instant coffee! Voila! Iced mocha deliciousness without a hint of that "protein shake" taste or smell! Now THAT is something I can drink 3x a day through the liquid stage! Also got some vanilla flavored (protein drink and frozen yogurt), going to NutriBullet some fruit and layer it for a parfait effect!

I am 26 and 4 days post op today! In the Dallas, TX area.

Hernia band sounds confusing..... its actually "hernia repair via Lap Band"

BCBS of Illinois has "hernia band" coverage, which is how I got my band. My BMI is over 35 but I have no comorbidities. I went to True Results, and (after an EGD to document GERD and a hiatal hernia) ins covered a large portion of my WLS and aftercare. I can't say enough good about true results. From my consultation to surgery date was 1 month. I def have a bit out of pocket to cover, but this way my ins will cover after care (as opposed to me paying for it outright, then I couldn't file claims for follow up and fills). And True Results was on my side and totally supportive and straightforward from day one.

Band twins

Def not normal.... hope you have contacted your doctor. I was banded July 10 and haven't had any issues with any thin liquids. Jello, pudding, and yogurt felt odd going across the band, but I've had no nausea or vomiting, and really no hunger either. Just gas pains in my shoulder and under my ribs. And of course soreness throughout my tummy, especially where my port is. Walking and still taking pain meds frequently (less medicine today though, only 3 doses).

Post op day 4 here, and I too cannot swallow even a sip of protein shake. I've tried Syntha6 and vitamin world brand in vanilla, and MyoPlex carb smart ready-to-drink in chocolate. Yuck. I chugged them pre op, but drinking them slowly is impossible. Once I smell it I gag. I want something rich and yummy, without that awful smell! Or flavorless...