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I am 2 years out, and still burp a lot, especially as I begin eating and after...

I applaud you for not cheating for this long - great job! I agree with the freezing, and using applesauce...sometimes you do need quality of life over time, not saying never to yourself only reserve for the special times.

ground turkey meatballs (baked) w/onions, cilantro, spices glazed carrots (brown splenda) pearled couscous w/dates, raisins and red onions Love lapband - can taste flavors, and cook w/o all the fat!

For those who don't really like Cottage Cheese, I puree the Cottage Cheese to "dip" texture, and add 1/4 or less of Ranch dressing mix - it's wonderful!

I pureed a lot of different Soups and stews, and they didn't taste gross, I liked getting the different flavors, and could add more cumin, coriander, garam marsala, or whatever was the main one. I also kept a list of all the foods on TV that were driving me crazy - you really can puree almost anything. I pureed chili w/turkey dogs for a chili dog, beef massaman (thai coconut curry - my favorite, and it comes with a lot of sauce), spaghetti and meatballs (tasted better than the lasagne). I did a lot of baked potato mushed with cheese, melted. I also did a lot of the roasted chicken that you can get from the store, add chicken broth and it's kind of like chicken soup or chicken salad w/o the mayo Good luck!

1) ATkins protein bars - there are many choices, delicious, and double digit protein! 2) Chocolate Viactiv chews Also, dark chocolate M&Ms do help my hardest days.

Not drinking with and shortly after a meal!

My doc is full liquids the 24 hours after a fill, the 2nd day mushies then back to normal. I haven't had any trouble yet (knock on wood) and am at 6.7 cc in a 14 cc band. After the first 3 fills, it's usually only .1 or .15 cc per time and it does feel like a lot.

I'll be flying in Friday through Wednesday, and wondered if you had recommendations for reasonable, healthy restaurants, and is there a support group for lap-banders there during that time (April 2-7)? Thanks, Nancy

I used the unflavored Isopure in soups, sprinkled on chili, etc. BUT I also use non-fat dry milk powder - the same protein overall, and easier to drink/take in almost anything, sauces, added to skim milk, anything. 1T =5g and it's cheaper than the other whey.

I ditto everything you said! In addition, I lived 25 years in the closet, and never realized how much energy it takes to hide an important part of yourself...I'm not willing to do that again - way too much stress. All my energy goes to living my life, and sharing with family, friends, and others.

I don't know if they changed the other flavors...but I only really liked the dark choc and strawberry. I hope they get a LOT of complaints and go back to the old formula! OR offer both... but I can't imagine there are folks that are not getting the gas, etc. Luckily I buy out the shelf when I bought, so have some old ones left but am very sad to have to find a new morning Protein source!

I drank a few dark chocolate royale shakes each day, and recently began getting diarrhea in the mornings after the shake. I wrote to Atkins customer complaint web site - and yes, indeed there was a change. Please if you are experiencing this too - please tell them, and complain - like new Coke, I want the OLD Dark Chocolate Royale back, the one that does NOT make me sick!! Here's the message: There has been a formula change and I’m terribly sorry to hear that it has had such an adverse affect on you! I have forwarded your feedback onto our R&D department for consideration. The following items have been changed in the shake due to customer demand: DAIRY Proteins (MPC and Calcium CASEINATE): High quality: Use of dairy proteins. Cows are pasture fed and free grazing and BSE (Mad Cow) and Foot & Mouth disease free. Satiety: Each serving contributes 15g or 30% DV of Protein. Many research studies have concluded that diets higher in protein can help promote satiety, or a feeling of fullness. [*]FAT SYSTEM: High oleic sunflower oil: is produced from specialty non-GMO sunflower seed varieties developed through plant breeding. The resulting oil contains very high (~80%) levels of monounsaturated fatty acids and only trace levels of linolenic acid and fulfills all non-GMO requirements. Cream: Use of 100% fresh, premium cream [*]IMPROVED FLAVOR: Cocoa: Use of a new, premium cocoa powder to enhance the chocolate fudge flavor in the product. Flavor system: Use of a new flavor system which demonstrates preference for the new system in a major taste study (Penn State). [*]HIGHER ELECTROLYTES: For those in the induction phase, electrolytes (sodium, potassium, calcium) are necessary to prevent Water loss when the Atkins dieter’s metabolism switches to the fat burning cycle. New formulas have increased: Potassium, Sodium, Calcium (50% of your DV per serving!) As I said, I’m sorry to hear this product is affecting you in this way. I hope you will be able to continue to enjoy our high protein bars! Best wishes, Join for free our online community at http://community.atkins.com/security/newsletterRegistration.jsp to register your email and join the Atkins Community. Our instructors, nutritionist Colette Heimowitz and Atkins-expert Don Freidkin, have the knowledge to answer all of your questions, so it’s like having your own private weight-loss coach on hand whenever you need help. Plus, you can interact with others to share motivational tips, meal ideas and success stories. Your questions will turn into “conversations.” Posting on the Atkins learning Center will provide you with the most complete and accurate answers to all your questions and the “Getting Started, Staying Focused” sections is a great place to start. We trust you will find this information helpful. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact us again. Sincerely, Deana Kalberg Atkins Information Agent Atkins Nutritionals Inc. 1-800-6-ATKINS www.atkins.com

I wrote to the customer complaint site at Atkins.com, and asked if there was a new formula because of the diarrhea symptoms I'm experiencing after drinking this for 1.5 years! There WAS a change with the dark chocolate royale recently - I'll post the whole message from them on an Atkins thread. Nancy

I add stuff to my eggs, different each week, and often do egg salad also. Usually I can only have a Protein drink for breakfast, but sometimes save scrambled eggs from Sundays for Monday/Tuesday lunches. Scrambled eggs with 2-3 of the following: thin sliced ham or turkey chopped diced onions diced green peppers blended or whisked cottage cheese shredded cheese pre-cooked potatos (ie left overs) chopped tomatos I don't usually get tired of eggs this way, but also can't always eat much or swallow too early in the morning