SuperblyInsane 15 Posted March 1, 2013 I am officially scheduled for April 20th I wish it was March 20th I'm ready to be thin already!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LucieLady 17 Posted March 1, 2013 I've tried two so far' date=' one was sooo gross (52e chocolate). I tried one that was decent (lean body on the go vanilla ice cream) I got both at an HEB plus. I have some Bariatric Advantage that my doctors office recommends, gonna try one in the am. I've hear a lot of good reviews on premier from costco, but haven't made it over there to get some. Gotta get in gear, it's right around the corner. My pre op diet starts march 27 th.[/quote'] I have the samples coming from chike and have a couple of samples from powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury. I'm a big baby about trying something new so I have the Unjury on my counter and I keep staring at it. I will have to break down and try this stuff before March 15th when I go for my final nutrition meeting . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperblyInsane 15 Posted March 1, 2013 ViSalus shakes are super yummy, they literally taste like cake batter. Plus they can be flavored to what ever you want. The base flavor is a sweet cream. Just don't get caught up in their sales tactic of monthly delivery. You can buy it through Amazon. It has really low carbs and a good amount of Protein. You can use any type of milk or milk-type products to mix with it. I just use Water to keep the calories lower (and I'm not a big fan of milk). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sailorbrees 69 Posted March 1, 2013 I'm April 8th as well! So excited!!! I start my shakes and salads tomorrow. Good luck April sleevers! I'm going to Tijuana, and I know we will all do great things with our new sleeves!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curvyweezie 62 Posted March 1, 2013 ViSalus shakes are super yummy' date=' they literally taste like cake batter. Plus they can be flavored to what ever you want. The base flavor is a sweet cream. Just don't get caught up in their sales tactic of monthly delivery. You can buy it through Amazon. It has really low carbs and a good amount of Protein. You can use any type of milk or milk-type products to mix with it. I just use Water to keep the calories lower (and I'm not a big fan of milk).[/quote'] I'm gonna check that out ASAP! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curvyweezie 62 Posted March 1, 2013 I have the samples coming from chike and have a couple of samples from powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury. I'm a big baby about trying something new so I have the Unjury on my counter and I keep staring at it. I will have to break down and try this stuff before March 15th when I go for my final nutrition meeting . Awesome! I'm gonna try those too! Can't try too many! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Babysteppin 165 Posted March 1, 2013 April 22nd baby!! It'd be cool to keep this thread going to stay in touch through the process. Good luck everyone. It's gonna be freakin' awesome! (eventually) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
curvyweezie 62 Posted March 1, 2013 April 22nd baby!! It'd be cool to keep this thread going to stay in touch through the process. Good luck everyone. It's gonna be freakin' awesome! (eventually) We need to keep everyone updated with good and bad experiences. I just ordered unjury and Chike samples! Can't wait to try them believe it or not. I'm ready!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmlucas77 23 Posted March 1, 2013 Sooner girl36 I'm going to Tijuana as well on April 26th....I'm soooo excited and nervous all together!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
aaayoungs 13 Posted March 1, 2013 Trying to get approved for April 15th at Mi' Clinic in Tiajuana. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LucieLady 17 Posted March 2, 2013 I'm curious......since I'm very new to chat boards, blogs, etc. I have to ask...... Why are some people opting for surgery in Mexico ? I'd like to hear the whole story in what led you in that direction. Thanks and all the best !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperblyInsane 15 Posted March 2, 2013 I'm curious......since I'm very new to chat boards' date=' blogs, etc. I have to ask...... Why are some people opting for surgery in Mexico ? I'd like to hear the whole story in what led you in that direction. Thanks and all the best !![/quote'] For me, Mexico is the most affordable option. My insurance (even though I work for a hospital with one of the biggest bariatric centers in Florida) excludes any and all bariatric surgery no matter the reason. The cash pay price, as an employee, is almost $20,000. The package I am getting in Mexico is just over $5,000 with resort hotel included. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleever10 109 Posted March 2, 2013 I'm curious......since I'm very new to chat boards' date=' blogs, etc. I have to ask...... Why are some people opting for surgery in Mexico ? I'd like to hear the whole story in what led you in that direction. Thanks and all the best !![/quote'] I have great health insurance that covers WLS but the pre-op program is a year. I didn't have time for all their red tape so I did the self-pay option in Mexico. Looking back, the whole hospital experience with Dr. Aceves was far superior to any hospital experience I have had here in the states. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LucieLady 17 Posted March 2, 2013 Wow... Thank you both. I had no idea it was such a great deal ! I guess I didn't do as much research as I thought I did.. I've been to Mexico quite a few times and spent more than 5,000.00 just for vacation ! Can't wait to hear how you've both done after surgery. My surgery will be here in S. Florida......so anxious !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Simone21943 14 Posted March 3, 2013 Glad to see we've got a great group of April sleevers!! It will be nice to have the support. Question about the Protein Shake samples - how are you getting them? I've done no research the shakes at all yet. I imagine that my next doc visit will get into it but would love to be ahead of the game and already trying them out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites