Anyone still visiting? It's been pretty quiet. Hope everyone is still working on the new life. It's very easy to feel cured. Kinda like a heart bypass patient. For the first year or so, they're on pins and needles at the first twinge or hint of pain. After that, some go back to the old ways thinking they are cured.... a bad thought process. While we are feeling better and reaping rewards for our efforts, it can be just as easy to fall back on old ways. Take care, beware and good health to all!

I have found Protein2o and Gatorade zero with Protein. The Protein2o I usually find in the supermarkets in the whole/organic foods or pharmacy areas. They go for around $2 to $3 each. Quite a few flavor choices. The Gatorade is a little bit harder to find and stores can be quite proud of it. Premier Protein clear can be found on Amazon. Actually, they all can be found on Amazon. Good luck!

Had sleeve last this past December at 66. Just getting back into running and strength training. I officiate football and lacrosse. Slowly moving back to both. I have no regrets, best decision I could have made for myself. Dropped diabetes meds day after surgery and down to one BP med (soon to be none). The golf will be a great source of strength and conditioning. Good luck on this journey!

It's March ....How's everybody doing? I'm feeling pretty good. Got out last week and started riding my bicycle again. It was great.

Arrrgh !!!! All the clothes I put because they "shrunk," have suddenly increased in size to the point they just hang there sizes too big.

Seriously not a complaint. 2 1/2 months out and I feel great. Off my diabetes meds. Down to one (soon to be none) blood pressure med. Getting back into running and biking. Hope everyone is feeling fantastic!

Isopure whey Protein Isolate comes in an unflavored variety. I've mixed with Water, milk and kool aid type drinks.

Also protein water like Premier Protein clear or Protein2O are pretty good alternatives.

Had sleeve in December - Age 66 Wish I had done it sooner. No problems encountered so far.

Congratulations !!! A true milestone. Keep it up.

coffee seems blah now. I've started to drink Green Tea (lemon & Ginseng) again. Seems to taste better.

I ended up with a total of 6 incisions. The lower left was/is the one that still causes a little pain 2 weeks out. The bruising is a site to behold. Finally starting to fade. It does get better as those who have gone before us have said. Best wishes and Happy New Year / New You!

Had my sleeve on the 14th. Just about all of the pain is gone or minimal. Moving on to a liquid/pureed diet this week. Congratulations to all who have gone through the door. If you're getting close and having second thoughts, remember that we all had those thoughts. But you've worked hard to get here and final steps are just a few. Your future is on the other side of the door. Step through and begin your new life.

Doing pretty good so far. On day 5 post op. For some reason I couldn't get warm yesterday (no fever) . Went to be early with a weighted blanket. That finally warmed me up. I tried the warmed up Premier Protein shake yesterday (chocolate peanut butter). What a difference that made. Hope everyone is doing well.

I'll have to try that myself.

It's official!😀 I am on for tomorrow the 14th. Been doing liquid diet since November 25th. I am so ready. I had prepped myself if it was cancelled. There was an omelet in my near future. Now it will be in the distant future but well worth the wait. Good luck and good health. Tomorrow starts a bright future!

Got the dreaded call again yesterday. Perhaps going to cancel me yet again. Surgery is slated for the 14th, they will let me know tomorrow the 13th. They're making it hard for me to love them. 🙄. Hate being in limbo.

My surgery is next week (14th) . This is all good information. I appreciate it all. It will help me manage expectations and deal with the realities of sleeve. Good luck and thanks for being inspirations to those of us who are following you on this journey.

Cancelled from the 5th yesterday. Rescheduled to the 14th. Now trying to rebuild my enthusiasm.

Just rescheduled to December 14th. Now trying to rebuild enthusiasm.

Surgery cancelled due to full hospital. Not happy. They think sometime next year. I'm sure it will be after my insurance resets and I have to meet deductibles again. Good Luck and best wishes to all.

Just informed my surgery was cancelled due to full hospital. Might be rescheduled in January after my insurance rolls over and I have to all the copays again. Not happy at this point. Never the less, I wish all of you the best and safe journeys.

The anticipation is building for December 5th! I'm feeling good that I have made the best decision for myself and my future. These forums have have instilled a confidence that I am on the right track and not alone in trying to achieve a better and healthier life. I anticipate a few bumps in the road but intend to ride them out. Good luck to all!

You are truly an inspiriation. It's nice to see a peek down the road for those of us just starting out.Thank you!

Met with the surgeon for the final time prior to surgery on Dec 5th. I start liquid diet 10 days prior. SO I will be enjoying a small slice of pecan pie in Thursday. The liquid side consists of a combination of Soups (tomato & cream of types) thinned. broth , Protein Shakes, assorted sugar free jellos (like the green), popsicles, pudding and yogurts and such. The only admonishment is Clear Liquids the day before surgery. It will be the same diet after surgery until advised to proceed to the next step. Obviously this is my teams directions, Your team will probably have their own requirements. Best bet is to follow them. After all, that's why we're paying them the big bucks.

Well wishes and prayers to all.

Met with the surgeon for the final time prior to surgery on Dec 5th.I start liquid diet 10 days prior. SO I will be enjoying a small slice of pecan pie in Thursday. The liquid side consists of a combination of Soups (tomato & cream of types) thinned. broth , Protein Shakes, assorted sugar free jellos (like the green), popsicles, pudding and yogurts and such. The only admonishment is Clear Liquids the day before surgery. It will be the same diet after surgery until advised to proceed to the next step. Obviously this is my teams directions, Your team will probably have their own requirements. Best bet is to follow them. After all, that's why we're paying them the big bucks.

Good luck to all

Welcome and well wishes to you.