Hi Lap Band Friends! I am from the Charlotte, NC area. I am currently in the insurance approval process for this exciting journey. I have met with all of my required specialists and the reports are being written as I type. It is my hope to have the surgery by June at the latest. I feel pretty good about the whole process. I am most fearful about finding a liquid protein shake that I like. I am and have always been a finicky eater. 2 weeks pre and post op on liquids only sounds extreme. ANY advice you all can offer an good tasting drinks is welcome!:blushing:

Hi I live in Monroe, NC who is your surgeon? Mine is David Voellinger on Randolph Rd. I am currently on day 3 of the liquid diet. I am taking the Chike protein shake but I find that I get really bored with just one flavor. So I have tried switching up with vanilla and chocolate. Also I found a really good premixed at Costco called Premium Protein. I know the 2 week pre op sounds really extreme but it's not as bad a I thought it would be. I just take it one day at a time. And the shakes really do fill me up. Everytime I want to throw a pitty party because I cannot eat regular food I remind myself that I am so fortunate to have my insurance pay for my procedure. Anyway good luck to you. Let me know if I can encourage you in any way.

Welcome Teach

I am also in the insurance approval process and looking at mid June for my sugery. I am already drinking protein shakes every morning. The protein I am using is Designer Whey Protein. I switch between French Vanilla and Choc. I also tried the Unjury brand which I really liked but it seemed very expensive. I think it is all about preference. But if I can give any advise it is not to judge the protein just one first try. At least give a second go of it.

Welcome to the site. There are so many helpful people on this site. And alot of success stories to help keep you motivated. Welcome and I am sure I will see more of you.

quick question, are the costco shakes meal replacements or just protein?, and have you looked their vitamins, i heard they were a good deal.

Hi It's For Life!,

I am actually in Lincoln County but my doc is in Huntersville. I see Dr. Ryan Heider and he is in practice with Dr. Vollenger. Its a small world, isn't it! Good luck with the protein shakes and feel free to write me if you do want to have a pity party! I understand! PLEASE do send any and all advice my way! I am waiting for all of my doc reports to be sent to insurance. Waiting is not my forte! Good luck with your procedure! WE CAN DO IT!!!!