Banded in 2 weeks, got questions

[swstacey1977 0]

just want to know what kind of liquids did you guys do following the diet? i have heard of Protein Drinks and other protien shakes, which are the best? also, is it true that i won't lose any weight until i get a fill?

or is everyone different in that aspect? i am very happy about the surgery and i can't wait. feeling nervous of course but i know that this is something that will benefit my entire family.

thanks for your responses. will keep everyone updated on my progress. :ranger::whoo:

[georgia girl 35]

just want to know what kind of liquids did you guys do following the diet? i have heard of Protein drinks and other protien shakes, which are the best? also, is it true that i won't lose any weight until i get a fill?

or is everyone different in that aspect? i am very happy about the surgery and i can't wait. feeling nervous of course but i know that this is something that will benefit my entire family.

thanks for your responses. will keep everyone updated on my progress. :ranger::whoo:

I did clear liquid the first week and then moved to full liquid for 2 weeks, then mushies for 3 weeks. I use Pro Performance whey Protein powder (chocolate caramel) and mix it with skim milk. It's really good to me. I lost around 10-12 lbs the first week after surgery and then a few pounds here and there until my fill. It varies with each person, so don't get discouraged if you do not lose or even gain to start with. Good luck

[eclipse386 0]

I like the Isopure Dutch chocolate with skim milk, but even with Water it isn't bad. If you like coffee drinks, AchievOne makes a great Cappuccino bottled shake that I love!!! A little bit expensive, but I think its worth it. Dymatize Elite Protein Chocolate Mint is also good, it kinda tastes like those thin mint girl scout cookies!

[transformer 1]

Hi there!

I drank Champion Nutrition whey Protein shakes (26g Protein per 10 oz. liquid) and various protein-fortified mixes made for bariatric patients (Soups, fruit drink mixes, hot cocoa, etc.).

I lost about 14 pounds by my first post-op appointment if I remember correctly. The doctor had told me that the time right after surgery was for healing, not for weight loss so I didn't have high expectations.

I have lost weight from the time I was banded through my third fill (sometimes just a little, sometimes more). It took three fills before I had good restriction. Your amount of weight loss will depend on what you're eating and how much exercise you are getting (calories in vs. calories out).

Good luck!!!

[swstacey1977 0]

Thanks again for the suggestions. i have another question for all of the folks on here that have been banded. how much weight did you guys lose before your fill if any? just curious. i get my band Nov 30th, next Friday but i don't get my first fill until 6 weeks out. just want to know how much weight can be lost before a fill and if there is any restriction before the fill.

thanks.