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I use Isopure all the time. They taste the best when cold/chilled and I add 1/2 packet of flavored crystal light to them. It helps with the after taste.

I don't have any advice, but I am having the same issue. I can't stay awake past 9pm lately - I'm an early riser too due to kids too and at night, I'm exhausted. My surgery was on 12/15/10 and the first few weeks, I chalked it up to post surgery, but now I'm starting to get concerned. I rely on the 2 hours at night to get stuff done while my kids are sleeping. Now, I'm falling asleep on the couch which I NEVER did. I, also, am getting 70-80 gms of Protein in day and taking multi-vits and Vit D, so I don't know what the issue is. Anyone out there have any thoughts???

I'm so excited, I just had to share! I went to a professional basketball game with the hubby and kids the other night and fit in the seat with no problems!! I actually had room on either side of me!! No holding my breath the whole game, no sitting up on the seat so my shoulders wouldn't hit the person next to me...I was able to sit back, relax and totally enjoy myself without having the seat parts jammed into my body. It was delightful!!

I agree with everyone here, it all depends on your job. I work in IT so it is mostly desk work and meetings. I had surgery 8am on a Wednesday and was back to work on Monday. If I didn't just start my job a few months prior, I would of preferred to stay at home longer, but I was fine. Plus, I think working took my mind off of the post op diet of liquids for 2 weeks. I hope this helps!

For anyone that likes spicy food...here's one for you in the mushie stage...I'm just ending that stage in a few days (YEAH) Low Fat, High Protein Buffalo chicken Dip 1 can of white meat chicken (looks like a can of tuna but it is chicken - never knew it came like this until I was banded) 1/2 bar of lowfat cream cheese crumbled low fat blue cheese (to taste) - can use low fat blue cheese dressing instead 2 tablespoons of low/no fat cottage cheese 1 tablespoon (or to taste) of buffalo wing hot sauce. Mix all ingredients in a sauce pan over low heat until all melts together and is warm and mushie. Makes about 6-8 lapband servings and I simply eat it as my protein. It's very good and I enjoy the taste after being on Protein shakes and broths for so long. Enjoy! url=http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wMLniwm/] [/url]

My doctor recommends the Slim fast low carb shakes too! Don't stress too much regarding the fat content. I was told that we need enough fat as well as Protein in our diet to prevent hair loss.

I was banded on 12/15/2010. No regrets other than not getting it done sooner. First day post-op was really bad and I thought I made a mistake, but 3 weeks later, I'm loving life, my band and feeling great!!!

I brought very little with me....robe, pony tail holder, et.c, lip balm and mouthwash was key! I was back in my room by 11am but didn't get my post-op upper gi until 2pm so I was not able to drink anything so my mouth so very dry for so long. I could swish & spit the mouthwash and used the lip balm otherwise, I would of been miserable.

I'm in the same boat! I got banded on 12/15, been sticking to full liquids and I'm still my pre-op weight. I know that this time period is about healing and not losing, but c'mon! I'm on liquids!!! How long was your pre-op diet? Mine was 2 weeks on liquids and I lost 20 pounds, so maybe since I lost so much before surgery that is why I'm on a plateau...I'm with you about being frustrated!!! The worse part is that I have another full week of liquids!!!! UGH!! Keep us posted. ~Stephanie

Amber, I'm 7 days post-op today. Night 2 for me was HORRIBLE!. I did great at the hospital as well as my first night home, but on the 2nd day/night, I didn't feel well at all. I was afraid to drink. I was only to drink a few sips of water and about 3 oz of chicken broth, slept a lot and sobbed wondering if I had made a mistake. Make sure that you are taking your pain medication, that was one of my issues. I wasn't taking it as directed - I didn't take it at all. The pain meds help you relax. IT DOES GET BETTER! You will have to force to get at least some water down - try sugar free Jello. Day 3 will be better and Day 4, you will start to feel normal again. Call your doctor if you feel really bad and you don't get any better. Keep us posted. ~Steph

I got really big waterproof band aids and that seems to do the trick. I can shower and not worry.

I am day 3 post-op and I haven't had any gas pains either. However, my stomach is growling & rumbling like you wouldn't believe!

2 days and counting!! Good luck to all the December 15 Banders....I'll see you on the "other side".....the post surgery forum!!! :-)

I'm still on pre-op but told to get in my Protein via shakes or Clear liquids. I bought a case of Isopure and thought I would be an easy way. The shakes get too thick and sweet for me. However, Isopure tastes nasty (at least to me). Here is the secret: to each 8 oz bottle of Isopure, add 1/2 packet of flavored Crystal Lite. E.g. for Alpine Punch Isopure - add fruit punch crystal light......for Grape Frost Isopure - add grape crystal light....OH it is sooooooo much better!!!!

Okay fellow banders to be...it's day 8 and I'm down 14 pounds...hoping to have 20 pounds off before surgery date which is 12/15. Hang in there!!

My banding date is 12/15 and I'm on day 6 of 16 days pre-op diet, only Protein shakes, chix broth, and sf Jello & popicles. Days 1 thru 3 were rough, day 4 and 5 were much better. I'd love to bitch but I'm down 12 pounds!

My Banding Date is 12/15/10 and I started my Pre-Op liquid Diet yesterday. Just wondering how much weight did folks lose prior to surgery? 36 hours into this liquid diet, and I'm down 6 pounds. I know it's mostly all Water weight but wanted to know what your experiences were. Thanks. ~Stephanie

Cindy, Having major struggles with this site too.....let me know if you can see my ticker. I'm already down 6 pounds due to the liquid diet...I know it is mostly Water weight, but let's hope this continues. :-) My biggest fear about surgery - Anesthesia and not being able to drink anything when I wake up. I've had surgery before I know that was soooo thirsty afterwards. My greatest concern after surgery - not being able to eat steak! pizza, as long as I can still eat the cheese, I'm okay, but a good steak is always my favorite! Yes, I'm a true carnivore at heart. No caffeine is also a big issue - Dunkin Donuts just might go out of business if I'm not drinking coffee anymore. What I am looking forward to....buying an outfit just because I like it, not because they have it in my size! Wearing a sleeveless dress, my upper arms have not seen the light of day in decades!! Oh, and I want to shop and buy at Frederick's of Hollywood and look good in it!! (That will take awhile, but I'm looking forward to it! ) And last but not least, being in a room of people and not thinking to myself that I'm the heaviest one there!!

Hi all, Band date is December 15th and I started my pre-diet today. I'm doing high Protein Meal Replacements for all meals with sugar free drinks in between. The no caffeine rule is what is going to kill me! Not looking forward to the no carb, no caffeine headaches, but the end result will be worth it!!