I had my sleeve on 3/13/17 and have lost 30 pounds already. I will get to have any texture I want starting next week and I would really love some celery and peanut butter. LOL. I sure celery is not gonna fly with new stomach yet but I will try soon. When I first had sleeve it too me forever to drink protein and water. Still takes a lot to drink them both but I try very hard. My protein drink is premiere but I also like Bariwise adds to coffee and water. Found them on amazon.