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I got aprroved and my surgery is schedule for Dec 8th!! I am so nervous and excited!!! Any good tips about pre-op diet and post op would be helpful. What ae the best Protein Shakes and tips to make surgery go smoothly!!!

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Congrats!

Order a few sample packs of Protein powders to try them now. Jay Robb and unjury both will send a sample pack that includes single serving sizes of each of their flavors. There also is a thread somewhere on this board regarding requesting samples. I emailed several companies and they sent me samples and coupons in the mail.

Good luck on your journey to good health.

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Congratulations. My best tip is to follow your Dr's instructions. The pre-op and post op restrictions are prescribed for a reason.

I like Muscle Milk light Protein Powder. The latte and strawberry flavors.

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YES YES YES!!! I am still in the process but hoping for a December Banding Birthday :)

So far these are the things I found and like...

* since I quit Diet Soda (almost 2 weeks YEAH), I am hooked on MIO Water Enhancer (target sells it) squirt into Water. Its in the same aisle as the crystal light.

* I also bought the Thermos Intrak Hydration water bottle LOVE IT ($10 at target) keep track of how much you drink and leakproof.

* GNC MyoFusion Protein powder (chocolate my fave so far) 30grams of Protein per serving

* GNC Blender Ball cups (great for your shakes on the go) I have a few.

I have not tried it yet but I may try the crystal light hunger drink mix, it has 3g of protein and 5 g of Fiber per serving.

I love tips too. I really want to know about Vitamins after banding. I want to make sure I take something to prevent hair loss.

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I found the post that lists all of the samples to request. I surprised at how many companies were willing to send samples.

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/topic/131238-samples-samples-samples/page__p__1645901__hl__protein+samples__fromsearch__1#entry1645901

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Really??? FREE???...that is a great tip!!!

Congrats!

Order a few sample packs of Protein powders to try them now. Jay Robb and unjury both will send a sample pack that includes single serving sizes of each of their flavors. There also is a thread somewhere on this board regarding requesting samples. I emailed several companies and they sent me samples and coupons in the mail.

Good luck on your journey to good health.

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I have tried most of the Proteins mentioned on this post and have found that they dont meet my nutritional needs. You need other nutrients other than just Protein so i would suggest something more complete. I use the Vi shake by ViSalus. It is also very reasonably priced. Check out the web site www.myvi.net/katelm if you are interested let me know and i will send you a sample. Good luck on your journey

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Thanks everyone for the tips!!

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