I have my surgery date scheduled - July 20 and I'm excited and nervous. I am also STARVING - I'm on day 2 of Phase II of my diet which is liquids only (very strict) but I've been on Phase I - Liver Shrinking Diet for a month. Any tips on how to get through the next 12 days on liquids only? My Protein supplements are nectar Fuzzy Navel and Profect Protein Bullets. That's it. I just ordered Nectar Cappucino today. From reading the entries from the newly banded "July Banders" - I also just ordered a heating pad. Looks like I'll need it. Congrats to all of you on the decision to go through with Lap-Band surgery. Best of luck to all of us.

May

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I was banded on June 27th. I was on a two week clear liquid with protein shakes as well. I've been using my bullet to make a blended coffee type drink that I love for a change. I use 1 scoop Designer Whey French Vanilla, 1 c skim milk,1/2 an individual package of Starbucks instant Caramel coffee, and ice.Whip it up and yum. Someone on the forum gave me the idea and I've done several variations. Also go to theworldaccordingtoeggface. It's a blogger who has great ideas for protein shakes, protein ice cream, and other great stuff!!

Congratulations on your new surgery. Sounds like your post-op diet is much more flexible because my doctor does not allow dairy (for at least 6 weeks) and coffee (none - ever). Thanks for the great site suggestion. Oh, I sure do miss coffee!!!

I was banded on June 27th. I was on a two week clear liquid with Protein shakes as well. I've been using my bullet to make a blended coffee type drink that I love for a change. I use 1 scoop Designer Whey French Vanilla, 1 c skim milk,1/2 an individual package of Starbucks instant Caramel coffee, and ice.Whip it up and yum. Someone on the forum gave me the idea and I've done several variations. Also go to theworldaccordingtoeggface. It's a blogger who has great ideas for protein shakes, protein ice cream, and other great stuff!!

What did the liver shrinking portion of the diet consist of? I have been on a 3 week pre-op diet. Surgery next Wednesday. Consisted of protein shakes and 1 lite protein meal a day. Chicken and fish, salad. Greek yogurt, applesauce. Strawberries, and oatmeal. Been difficult but doable.

Hi May,

I'm right there with you ... well, one day behind you. Wow, no coffee. That's rough !

All my notes and papers from my Doc office said no coffee after surgery - HOWEVER GREAT NEWS FOR ME SINCE I LOVE MY COFFEE - I asked my doc at my 7 day surgery check and he said YES i can have coffee in moderation (the reason they request you saty away form caffeine and coffee is supposedly coffee is an appettie enhancer