Hello! I am totally new here, and I am scheduled for Lapband surgery in four days! I am excited and nervous at the same time. I have purchased some Protein powder, both Isopure and unjury, but what do you mix it with? The only thing I can think of is skim milk. I know there must be other tasty options. Anyone care to share?

Kakki

Did your Dr. put you on a pre-op diet? I was drinking muscle milk light before the surgery and my Dr. said that was fine for afterwards. 48 hours after your surgery, you can only have clear liquids, Make sure you have soup broth, unsweetened juice, watet and sf popsicles. My paper work says I can have unlimited, coffee, water, crystal light and tea. So for I've only had broth, water, a few sips of apple juice and one SF popsicle. I can't drink more than 3 oz at a time. I just had my surgery yesterday (7/2) and my whole body is aching - so don't forget to take your pain meds -even through the night.

For one week after, my doc had me drink Ensure or Boost for vitamins. Other than that, I have been enjoying prepared soups...everything from broccoli cheese to tomato soup (Prefer the gourmet, boxed ones to the can). Oh, and Butternut Squash soup (boxed, prepared) is fantastic. Otherwise, sugar free jello and pudding are quick grabs for snacks. (TWO WEEKS BANDED NOW AND THIS IS WHAT I EAT...in addition to some soft solids now like instant mashed potatoes and I puree everything. I make dinner for my husband and 5 year old and just puree my part. We had zuchinni casserole and pork chops last night. I just put my serving in a blender and pureed. Like baby food.) :-)