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I love homemade fruit smoothies, packed with Protein.. Every morning I have one. Not only is it healthy,but I am getting in the important nutrients in naturally..
Here is my morning plan:
4 fresh strawberries (I alternate with 1/4 cup fresh blueberries)
1/2 of a small banana
1/4 cup of low fat vanilla yogurt (this stuff is packed with protein)
1/4 cup of skim or almond milk (I perfer almond milk)
1/2 scoop of Protein Powder (unflavored)
(ice cubes optional)
**be creative, you can add peaches, mangos, etc.. remember to always remove the skin from these fruits!
Calories: 178 / Protein 16 grams

Finally made a protein shake I really enjoy!! In a blender put 6-8 ounces of skim milk two Splenda packets a couple of drops of vanilla extract some ice cubes and one scoop of chocolate Pure Protein Whey Powder. You can purchase the Pure Protein in a 2 lb. tub for 19.99 at Walmart. Blend on liquiefy and it makes the BEST chocolate protein shake. I tried it in a shaker before and I couldn't stand the smell!! My new way in the blender is like a Frosty from Wendy's!! I am 4 days postoperative and now pain free,good luck everyone!!!

No need to pop any tablets, you can eat them.


Ouch!!!! Food blockages are the biggest pain of a lap banders life. We must prevent this situation occurring daily, as this is crucial to help avoid a pouch forming. A pouch results in a dysfunctional lap band and weight gain is common.Ouch!!!! Food blockages are the biggest pain of a lap banders life. We must prevent this situation occurring daily, as this is crucial to help avoid a pouch forming. A pouch results in a dysfunctional lap band and weight gain is common.


Therefore, our primary focus is to avoid food blockages and secondly learn how to manage them. To understand the top three key points that will help you avoid food blockages, get your free ebook at www.weightlosssurgerydiet.com.au with all the answers.
In this article, let’s discuss how to manage your predicament once the food has been dislodged and unfortunately you will likely feel a little raw and uncomfortable internally. But why? Improvise with me. If you were to walk slowly through a rose bush forcing your way through, I am 100% confident you will come out worse for wear. Your skin will feel raw, sore, grazed and irritated.
Guess what! A similar situation could occur internally, as the food tries to squeeze through the lap band also. The area may get a little swollen and the lap band may physically feel a little tighter and more restrictive. Foods which you would customarily tolerate well may become a little challenging.
You must avoid further irritation, by following the next 3 steps:
Step 1. Relax the diets texture to soft, wet and easy for the remaining part of the day. Suggestions include soup, casserole, cottage pie etc
Step 2. Take your internal anti-inflammatory. This will include icy cold water or ice cubes. Yes this is correct. No need to pop any tablets, just help ice the area and reduce the swelling ASAP.
Step 3. Uncover what caused the food blockage and try to prevent this in the future.
Wishing you luck
Helen Bauzon
Dietitian
www.weightlosssurgerydiet.com.au