Hi all....Just signed up today....just had my surgery on Tuesday June 28....today is the first day I have been hungry at all....so I've drank the correct amount of liquids everyday but I haven't really eaten any jello or had any broth....I need to know about the protein shakes...how much of the shake am I supposed to drink in one sitting I have muscle milk light...only 100 calories....I had three ounces this morning for breakfast...is that enough or too much.....and also how on earth did you all get your protein in if you can only drink 2 or 3 ounces at a time....really confused...hoping for some good input...thanks Layne

Hey

I understand it is very confusing. I am starting week 4 and I just started mushie foods yesterday and it is more challenging getting the Protein in with the food. I got unflavored Protein Powder and added it to my Soups and drinks. Hope this helps.

Theresa

Hi all....Just signed up today....just had my surgery on Tuesday June 28....today is the first day I have been hungry at all....so I've drank the correct amount of liquids everyday but I haven't really eaten any Jello or had any broth....I need to know about the protein shakes...how much of the shake am I supposed to drink in one sitting I have muscle milk light...only 100 calories....I had three ounces this morning for breakfast...is that enough or too much.....and also how on earth did you all get your protein in if you can only drink 2 or 3 ounces at a time....really confused...hoping for some good input...thanks Layne

I am 5 days post-op and my Dr instructed I do 1 cup at a time (8 oz),,so I start the day with a 25g protein shake, that knocks a good bit out for the day. It is the GNC brand,,then I do the rest in more 8 oz servings through out the day. I am to drink them slowly, takes me about 25 minutes to get 8 ounces down..hope this helps..

Hi all....Just signed up today....just had my surgery on Tuesday June 28....today is the first day I have been hungry at all....so I've drank the correct amount of liquids everyday but I haven't really eaten any Jello or had any broth....I need to know about the Protein shakes...how much of the shake am I supposed to drink in one sitting I have muscle milk light...only 100 calories....I had three ounces this morning for breakfast...is that enough or too much.....and also how on earth did you all get your protein in if you can only drink 2 or 3 ounces at a time....really confused...hoping for some good input...thanks Layne

You're only 4 days out. The most important thing at this point is that you get enough Water to not become dehydrated. Just do Protein Shakes and broth as tolerated.

Welcome to the Banded World! I had my surgery (although I have the Realize band) on April 6. I've lost 38 lbs since then! I guess my band wasn't too tight, because I continually drank for the first 10 days, never really feeling full. My doctor says you aren't supposed to feel full - just satisfied. I tried the Muscle Milk light, but I don't like it. Have you tried Premier from costco? The case has 18 containers, each having 11 oz, 30 g Protein, and 160 calories. It is very tasty and extremely filling. The only flavor my Costco has is chocolate, but it also comes in vanilla and strawberry. Costco has it for $10 cheaper than Amazon or the Premier site, so I will continue to drink the chocolate. I'd love to eat the way I did before, but I would not trade it for the way I feel now! I'd like to loose another 40 lbs. Best of luck with your journey.

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Hi all....Just signed up today....just had my surgery on Tuesday June 28....today is the first day I have been hungry at all....so I've drank the correct amount of liquids everyday but I haven't really eaten any Jello or had any broth....I need to know about the protein shakes...how much of the shake am I supposed to drink in one sitting I have muscle milk light...only 100 calories....I had three ounces this morning for breakfast...is that enough or too much.....and also how on earth did you all get your protein in if you can only drink 2 or 3 ounces at a time....really confused...hoping for some good input...thanks Layne

will you all quit yelling help like something is really wrong. Its not a life and death situation really it isnt

EXCUSE ME ....NO NEED TO BE RUDE....IF YOU DO NOT LIKE A POST AND DO NOT WANT TO ANSWER TO IT....SIMPLY DON'T

THANKS

Congratulations on being banded. I was banded the same day you were. I am having lots of trouble getting in the protein shakes. No matter what I do, they taste horrible and take me forever to get down. I just keep myself hydrated and hope that this works because I am having a real struggle with the shakes. I have never actually felt hungry, I don't think, but I don't know....lol. Good Luck and keep us posted!