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Chikfila fila sells the lemonade in the gallon at their stores. They're $10

I had my surgery in Mexico last week and have already talked w them numerous times. They answer any question I have. And call on their own to check up.

Ty so much! That's so encouraging! I'm glad you're doing well.

Thank you. I'm having surgery w dr. Ortiz THIS Wednesday! Lol My need for protein is the day before. We travel tomorrow for 8 hours then we are at the hotel for the day. Buying it in San Diego airport is a good idea.

I leave Tuesday from Cleveland to San Diego and I am taking a carry on only. Does anyone have any insight what the best way to pack my shakes, etc is? Thanks

Congrats!! That's a quick turnaround but it gives you less time to worry so that's good!

Facebook is just more convenient because I'm there already for a few groups. I'm also on Instagram. There's a ton of support and info there! I'm @fab_vsg there

Isopure is a brand of protein drink. They offer Ready-To-Drink (RTD) protein drinks that are considered to be 'clear' liquids due to their texture and consistency. They also offer protein powder that is flavored or unflavored that you can add to milk or milk substitutes to create a protein drink. I haven't seen any other brand with as much protein in a serving. I bought the apple flavor (I can't remember the actual name of the flavor) green clear RTD and it has 40 grams of protein in one bottle. Ty- I'll have to look into that. It's overwhelming how much there is to learn and remember!

sweet! Looking forward to getting to know all my sleeve sisters! (And brother) I sent a private message.

I'm going to Mexico too. Nov 4th for me. Dr. Ariel Ortiz. What is isopure? I see it all around Instagram but have no clue what it truly is. Coming soon, everyone!! I'm down 9lbs so far. I have 14 more to go before surgery.

Congrats! I'm sure it'll help. It definitely won't hurt! I have a bad knee and I can't wait to get 100+ lbs off of it!

Be careful with bouillon cubes for the msg. That crap will bloat you up and you'll never understand what hit ya. I ordered a sample of the unjury chicken broth flavored protein and it was actually tasty. I have to find the type of lotions or oils people lather themselves with for skin hydration.

What's everyone buying so far for post-op? I haven't started yet but I know I'll be getting Biotin for the hair, injury chicken flavored Protein. What else?

I'll never say no to a buddy so please private message me if you want to compare notes! I've spent a lot of time on Instagram. The vsg community there is huge and so informative. I am @fab_vsg there

Congrats!! I think we are all going to feel the same at one point or another in the next few weeks. For me, it'll probably be when I get on the plane to Mexico.

I'm excited now but the terror will come once I'm on a plane and know it's really happening lol

Cleveland, OH here

Congrats!!

Wow, what a ride! But there is no longer a 4 in front of your number! And we are all in the same boat- waiting for that 1st number to change to a "1!!" Congrats on how far you've come! Congrats!! It's coming soon for us all!

I am going to Dr. Ortiz so I can't comment on any of the others. So jealous!! We are booking our first Disney cruise for spring. It's hard to imagine that I'll be able to fit in the airplane seat by then lol

Same. I'm in a good place mentally right now.

We will all be missing thanksgiving dinner. How are you guys coping with that? For me, Ive never been a big thanksgiving dinner fan so that day will be fine for me. I think it'll be smaller things like holiday parties w hors doeuvres that'll mess w my head a little lol

Thank you all so much for your in depth answers! I truly appreciate it.

Hi all- I'm pre-op(nov4) and I have a few questions for you vets out there... 1) what products have you found that have been saving graces that I must have? (For any stage) 2) do you do any sort of trick or regimen to keep the excess skin firm? 3) what has been the best way to stave off hair loss? 4) how did you explain this to your young children? I have a 6 yr old daughter who is an obsessive thinker. I know it's a lot but I didn't want to inundate you with different threads. Thanks so much for any insight!

I even take off my glasses!