Today is my first day of the shakes. The chocolate was awesome! Kept me full for 4-5 hours. The strawberry which I am having now kinda stinks. I don't like it. I can't wait to See how much weight I will lose! Anyone else starting pre op?

Has anyone tried neater shakes? I ordered for variety of flavors...hope they are good....not sure hubby will make it! Tried 3 different broths and he hated them all!

Thanks Britt! I used to always drink Water and now I don't drink it like I used to. I love diet coke. I will be sad when I get the band because I can't have it anymore

U welcome... I knw right giving up the drinks is gonna b hard

Has anyone tried neater shakes? I ordered for variety of flavors...hope they are good....not sure hubby will make it! Tried 3 different broths and he hated them all!

I have da same brand of shakes havent tryed it yet but i hear alot of people talkin about them sayin they are really good so I hope its true i only one kind tho its the Cappuccino one.. Im thinkin about tryin the vanilla one n fuzzy navel

I am using EAS shakes. They are better then most protein powder or shakes I have ever used. I used to be on a power lifting team and believe me I have had some nasty protein drinks. It is odd that my surgeon said only the drinks and water that is it. I read everywhere that people are allowed to have broth, jello, and even small meal.

I am on day 4. Can u say super hard? It does get easier everyday, especially after getting on the scale and seeing I have lost 5lbs in 4 days. Soy Protein shakes, sugar free pudding/Popsicles/custard, LOTS of tomato Soup, Water and crystal light. Hardest times for me are when I have to cook for the kids. I'm a good cook, I don't use recipes. Cooking without tasting just seems wrong at times.

I didn't realize you could do tomato soup - that's great news!!!

But so worth it we know. Banded today and feel hope about my life/diet plan for first time in years! You can do it and it doesnt last forever

Just wanted to congratulate you all on beginning the lapband journey. I love my band and my new life. The pre op diet can be brutal (mentally and physically) but it will all be worth it in the end! Hang in there guys.

Today is my first day on preop ....im praying I'll make it for two weeks...liq drinks are not my favor thing and they are very expensive too.

I am on day 7 of pre op - halfway done! I was prescribed Slimtime shakes - 3 a day and an additional 225 calories of low glycemic veggies.

First day I had a horrible headache. Day 5 was the worst for me as I really missed my food and had a nice long cry about it.

Things are much better now and I am hoping this next week will fly by.

Ooh I start my preop diet in two weeks so I'm not crazy for wanting to eat a steak And suck down a soda one last time lol. I am nervous about the shakes I don't know what kind to get or where to go. I was told 2 shakes a day and like a WW meal for dinner and then the day b4 surgery only liquids!! Hmm any suggestions on where to buy protein shakes?? Can I go somewhere simple like Walmart or do I have to go to GNC?? Help I'm getting nervous!

I am using EAS shakes. They are better then most Protein powder or shakes I have ever used. I used to be on a power lifting team and believe me I have had some nasty Protein drinks. It is odd that my surgeon said only the drinks and Water that is it. I read everywhere that people are allowed to have broth' date=' Jello, and even small meal.[/quote']

My preop diet was 1 scrambled egg and 2 slices of banana for bfast. shake mid morn and mid afternoon. 2 oz protein 2 oz veggie for lunch. Same for dinner but add 2 oz fruit.

Glad it wasn't all liquids cuz it was really hard for the first 3 days.

Yes they did say I could add fruit but never mentioned veggies thanks I will take it into consideration!! When do u have ur band?

Ooh I start my preop diet in two weeks so I'm not crazy for wanting to eat a steak And suck down a soda one last time lol. I am nervous about the shakes I don't know what kind to get or where to go. I was told 2 shakes a day and like a WW meal for dinner and then the day b4 surgery only liquids!! Hmm any suggestions on where to buy Protein shakes?? Can I go somewhere simple like Walmart or do I have to go to GNC?? Help <img src='http://www.bariatricpal.com/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/smile.png' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> I'm getting nervous!

Try some out to see what you like. Watch sugar content. Isolate protein is better quality and absorbs better. About Time online is good . powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury is good too- also online. The chicken soup flavor from Unjury is saving my butt post op! They also make the unflavored kind. Both real important post op when u have a hard time getting in even 400 cal!

I'm one week post op today.

Keep us post.

each surgeon requires their specific diet. mine is strictly shakes for 2 weeks and a cup of raw or steamed veggies. that's it. It's been hard the first 5 days, now I am on day 7, I have a lot more energy, started my 2 mile walks again. You get used to it. Just make sure you follow your doctor's instructions. i also bought some unflavored protein powder at the drug store called Beneprotein (don't know if they have it in the US) suggested that for my post-op diet. (mix it in broth, jello, smoothies etc)

I recently found the Syntrax Nectar protein powder, and had it overnighted. This has been a godsend! Instead of being really thick, it's just slightly thicker than water. If you've ever had Sunny D, I would say that's a good comparison as far as consistency.