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Hey Guys, Im getting banded in december 09, but i want to get prepared early, What should I buy over the next couple of months to get myself ready for life as a Bandster?

And what should I keep in my cupboard or bridge at all times?

Thanks all.:seeya:

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I bought a VitaMix several years ago, and barely used it, but its now getting a great workout. It makes hot Soups - to ice cream in minutes. The Magic Bullet is a lot less expensive, and I've read good things about it. There are lots of other brands, but you'll probably want some form of blender.

You'll want to find a good Protein Powder that you like. Start early trying them, as they will probably be the mainstay of your pre/post op diet. Many companies offer samples. You can google "protein powder samples" to find the various brands. unjury is a popular brand, and comes in the ususal choc/van/strawbry flavors, plus chicken broth & unflavored. I highly recommend the latter two.

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Measuring cups... lots of measuring cups. As well as liquid containers (like Water bottles, or the blenderball from GNC). And some small tupperware containers (for portioning),

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