Hello, I am very excited and nervous about my new journey. I just got my lap band 3 days ago, March 27th. I welcome all advise on getting through the first month of this diet and descent tasting protein.

By "decent tasting protein", do you mean protein shakes for the liquid and mushie stages of the post-op diet? If so, Slimfast LOW CARB option.... unlike the other Slimfast varieties, this has 20 grams of protein and only 2 grams of carbs. The chocolate is good; the vanilla is okay; and I always steer clear of anything strawberry flavored because it is never good. Once you're on regular diet? Grilled, broiled or boiled works well. Just remember that if the meat/fish/chicken is dry, you may have problems with it. Prepare/order steak rare -- might be less cooked than you're used to but it is much more moist. I cook chicken in a foil packet with a little chicken broth, seasoning AND my veggies all together in the oven. Chicken is moist, your veggies are ready, and the clean up consists of throwing away the foil. I actually cook fish the same way, but with no broth....place the fish on foil sheet, add a little butter flavor spray and a little lime or lemon juice and some seasonings; close it up and cook for about 17 minutes. Any questions? Ask away!!