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Good Luck knotchy! The liquid diet is not fun, but you get through it. I tried a bunch of different things to maximize my protein intake, but a lot of stuff really tastes like crap, or is very expensive. The thing that worked best for me is called, New Whey Liquid Protein. It comes in a test-tube like container that is 3.1 ounces. I only liked the fruit punch flavor. It tasted like a melted popsicle. I'm not saying the taste is great, but not bad. The good part is that it is only 3.1 ounces, but has 42 grams of protein. So, even though the taste wasn't the best, it was only a little amount to get down. I was able to find it a GNC and online. It is about $2.50 a tube.

Congrats! I have my consultation tomorrow, so we'll see how it goes.

My insurance is Cigna. Congrats on your 85 pounds dude!

Hi everyone! I was banded in April and have since lost 81 pounds. My insurance will cover a tummy tuck after weight loss surgery if 80 pounds or more is lost and the tummy tuck is deemed to be medically necessary. I am meeting with a plastic surgeon on Friday. Can anyone explain what constitutes, "medically necessary"? I don't think that I have any problems other than the sagging is annoying..but I don't know if it is medically causing any problems? Unfortunately my insurance is changing in Janaury and the new company does not cover any plastic surgery....so if I can get the procedure done now and paid for...all the better. But I am worried about the "medically necessary" part.

Hi everyone! I have been banded since April 08 and just found this site. I think I could spend all day on here reading the posts. I have the Realize Band, and have been happy with the results. So far I have lost 81 pounds and have 40 more to go till my goal weight. No regrets on the surgery, one of the best decisions I have made for myself. My surgeon was great and I feel very lucky! Best wishes to everyone out there considering this surgery!