MeasureOfMe’s Mexico Adventure - In Several Parts!

[leo39 15]

Thanks - I'm trying to get as many free samples as I can get before I decide. At this point I'm trying to pack for all the kids (three are going to different places, the other three are staying home but still need all their laundry done, meals planned, etc....) and get on the plane in one piece!!

[leo39 15]

oh, and get this - I've been on pureed foods (low fat) and only water/lemon or tea for at least a week now, and on clears only today, and I have gained a pound!! ugh. This is why I am doing this - the meds I have to take for other health issues unrelated to my weight cause weight gain. I will just keep getting bigger unless I take this action! Maybe I ate too MUCH Soup? I don't know. Didn't add milk or cream to any of it. I know a pound isn't a big deal but I keep reading that people have lost 10-20lbs prior to surgery. I hope to at least be at good old 200 by Monday. Discouraged!

[@RealScoobyDoo 94]

Leo,

Don't be discouraged. Pound, schmound...you're just trying to prep for surgery...the weight will come off afterwards, don't worry.

Deborah

[leo39 15]

Thanks Deborah. This site always calms me down. Its a Godsend, believe me!

[gonnaloseit8015 37]

Just a suggestion as I too really dislike Protein shakes. I have found ViSalus. I wouldn't sign up for their mail delivery service because you get sucked into a monthly delivery' date=' but you can purchase it on Amazon. It is more expensive than some, but.... it smells literally like cake mix. It was a cream flavor to it. You can add flavorings to it if your in the mood for a little chocolate. I mix it with plain Water but most people use some form of milk. Two scoops of powder has less than 100 calories, 7g carbs and 12g Protein. I typically add a small portion of banana (for thicker texture) and ice. A teaspoon of Peanut Butter is good with it too. I've even used a juicer to make "green juice" and mixed that with it to get some added veggie goodness [/quote']

Have you tried it with almond milk? I was just sleeved yesterday and i'll more than likely take the ViSalus shakes but am not sure if i can have it with Almond milk...

[SuperblyInsane 15]

Have you tried it with almond milk? I was just sleeved yesterday and i'll more than likely take the ViSalus shakes but am not sure if i can have it with Almond milk...

You can definitely mix it with Almond milk. I don't mind the Water, it keeps the calories low and still tastes great,

[AmandaRaeLeo 2,146]

Have you tried it with almond milk? I was just sleeved yesterday and i'll more than likely take the ViSalus shakes but am not sure if i can have it with Almond milk...

Now that I am on full liquids I mix mine with Almond Milk, unsweetened. It's extra Calcium and only 30 extra calories. It kicks the shake up a notch.