Hi! I am new today to this forum, but not new to VSG forums...I just closed my acct at Obesity Help today and came here due to their "politics"...I already feel a different more positive vibe here and this is my first post. I had my first VSG surgery in late 2008 and had another one this last December for a smaller bougie (did not stretch out the 1st one, just always felt it was too big). I have been using various protein shakes since the 1990's and have tried most if them. The only one I can tolerate is the Premier Protein Shake which is pre-made and not a powder. They sell them at Costco & Sam's Club for a reasonable price...they are definitely one of my main staples!