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Yes we are banded... Everything was good the hospital was a 10+. I had it done yesterday.. No real problems. Just sore and tired.. Don't have and kind of an apatite. Trying to get down the protein shakes.. No problem yet with nausea. Just sore. If I had to rate the pain it would be a 4.... Sleep a lot.. this is good. They say day 3 after surgery is the worst we will see.. I'm just finishing day 1. post op.

Protein drink before the workout feels so much better.... - twin poo

I wish I didn't hate all protein shakes/powders/drinks. BLAHHH

Yeah! I am doing well. I am down 10 lbs so far. Only about 5 from the pre-op. I do fairly well with it. Ours seems fairly easy. I get 2 shakes, 4 oz of lean protein, a yogurt, 1 piece of fruit and unlimited non-starchy veggies. All the sugar-free Jello I can stand. Is your strict? My doctor about had a nut when I called it the stupid pre-op diet. He said if my liver isn't reduced he will sew me back up and not do the banding. BE GOOD! )

Hi Stef,

My progress is slow but steady, I guess. My biggest losses have occurred the 2-3 weeks after each fill. I am on my 3rd fill now and have lost 30 pounds. Yeah, Woodman is a bear when you go in and aren't doing well. Honestly, I haven't figured out what his idea of well is, but obviously it isn;t what I am doing! LOL! I had my last fill last Thursday and haven't been able to eat anything solid since. I am feeling weak. Today I am going to get some protein to put in my shakes.

I know all the girls in the office. Laura, the office manager and head nurse, is my niece. Debra is a doll. She gives me more support than anybody else really does. Kelly is short and to the point. She doesn't have much of a friendly personality actually.....kinda like HIM!

Hang in there. You can email me at hale.cynthia@gmail.com. We can keep in touch if you like! When was your surgery done?

Hi! I really hate protein shakes. I have yet to find one I can stomach. I made some home made broccoli soup today that was easy and filling so I'm not so hungry now. I keep getting these crazy flash headaches that I never had before the surgery. I called the dr. and his only response was to go see my GP. I am not spending anymore money right now! How are you feeling?

Hello I read one of your comments to a post. You said Smoothie King Gladiator Low carb meal replacement. What is Smoothie King, where do u get it? Can it be bought online? That is an awesome amount of protein. Thanks

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Patty

I'm craving something sweet! I can't shake it and I can't stomach other protein shake. 5 days to surgery....

Since I am currently awaiting for my insurance approval I think I should start buying some protein supplements and shakes. What would you guys recommend? Looking for something high in protein and low in calories and sugar. Preferably sugar free. Any ideas??

Frustrated, stressed from work and trying to figure out what to do....eating is no longer an option!

Thank you to those who replied back. I called the hospital where I will be staying and spoke with a nurse on duty. I was able to drink a protein shake so that helped w/my headache. But now i'm up and getting ready for surgery in a few hours. I'm scared as hell. Please pray for me. Thank you..

I'm a little bit worried. My husband is really suffering with stomach flu. My daughter and son in law had it last week. This morning I woke up with a queasy stomach and all I want is water. My protein shake made me feel ill. If I start vomiting, do I need to call my doctor?

Love and protein.

The best thing about Chipotle after Gastric Sleeve? The protein and tons of leftovers!

Having problems getting my protein in due to being sick

Honey sesame chicken was delicious! Black bean protein brownies...delicious! This whole "eating healthy" thing is pretty awesome.

Just saw where you can go to www.insurenutrition.com and try to get your protein shakes covered by inurance... not too shabby considering i never know if the store i buy them from will actually have them or not!!!

too much fiber is just as bad as too much protein, jus't cant find my balance still

TWO POUNDS AWAY FROM ONDERLAND!!!!! I fully intend on hitting that by Friday. So, there's going to be some tough love this week. NO SUGAR, LOW CARB, HIGH PROTEIN AND STAYING ON TOP OF MY WATER INTAKE. let's do this:)

wedding cake & protein shakes!! hard to drink a shake while ordering your wedding cake!!

it's snowing in MS! and I've started my pre pre op diet.. as in trying to find the best protein shakes out there.. any suggestions

day 8 14lbs down really tired of special k protein shakes anyone have any suggestions on another kind that's not too much after taste?

settling in to my 2 week liquid pre-op diet, day 3 is much better so far. Needed to increase my protein and water intake

Protein is your friend!