I got aprroved and my surgery is schedule for Dec 8th!! I am so nervous and excited!!! Any good tips about pre-op diet and post op would be helpful. What ae the best protein shakes and tips to make surgery go smoothly!!!

Congrats!

Order a few sample packs of Protein powders to try them now. Jay Robb and unjury both will send a sample pack that includes single serving sizes of each of their flavors. There also is a thread somewhere on this board regarding requesting samples. I emailed several companies and they sent me samples and coupons in the mail.

Good luck on your journey to good health.

Congratulations. My best tip is to follow your Dr's instructions. The pre-op and post op restrictions are prescribed for a reason.

I like Muscle Milk light protein powder. The latte and strawberry flavors.

YES YES YES!!! I am still in the process but hoping for a December Banding Birthday

So far these are the things I found and like...

* since I quit Diet Soda (almost 2 weeks YEAH), I am hooked on MIO Water Enhancer (target sells it) squirt into water. Its in the same aisle as the crystal light.

* I also bought the Thermos Intrak Hydration water bottle LOVE IT ($10 at target) keep track of how much you drink and leakproof.

* GNC MyoFusion Protein powder (chocolate my fave so far) 30grams of protein per serving

* GNC Blender Ball cups (great for your shakes on the go) I have a few.

I have not tried it yet but I may try the crystal light hunger drink mix, it has 3g of protein and 5 g of Fiber per serving.

I love tips too. I really want to know about Vitamins after banding. I want to make sure I take something to prevent hair loss.

I found the post that lists all of the samples to request. I surprised at how many companies were willing to send samples.

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/topic/131238-samples-samples-samples/page__p__1645901__hl__protein+samples__fromsearch__1#entry1645901

Really??? FREE???...that is a great tip!!!

Congrats!

Order a few sample packs of Protein powders to try them now. Jay Robb and unjury both will send a sample pack that includes single serving sizes of each of their flavors. There also is a thread somewhere on this board regarding requesting samples. I emailed several companies and they sent me samples and coupons in the mail.

Good luck on your journey to good health.

I have tried most of the Proteins mentioned on this post and have found that they dont meet my nutritional needs. You need other nutrients other than just Protein so i would suggest something more complete. I use the Vi shake by ViSalus. It is also very reasonably priced. Check out the web site www.myvi.net/katelm if you are interested let me know and i will send you a sample. Good luck on your journey

Thanks everyone for the tips!!