I had a doctor appointment on June 14th and everything went really great. My bloodwork all looks great except my protein is just a tiny bit too low. My doctor said it's not a big concern where it is now but he doesn't want it to continue to go down. It's so hard for me to get all my protein in, mainly because protein shakes make me feel sick and meats make me full after just a few bites. So for a couple months I've only been getting protein out of eggs and cheese. Soooo, my question is if I have a protein shake that says mix a scoop in 8 oz of water, and I mix it in 16 oz of water am I still getting the same nutritional value? Even if it's more diluted do I still get the 23 grams of protein? I've found that if I double the water, I'm more able to tolerate the protein shakes. Thanks in advance to anyone who answers. Leighann Lap RNY 11.5.04 275/166/130

Way to go, girlfriend! You, as usual, look great! Looking forward to our next get-together. blessings, patti

Isn't it awesome? That has happened to me at work several times. I work where I can go 5 weeks or so without seeing some people. I love it! blessings, patti

I struggle with not drinking with my meals as well. Honestly, what helps me is to not even have it on the table with me. I will drink right before eating though. ITs the during and right after that are not good for us. Actually drinking right before may help you to not eat as much. I finish eating then watch the clock. I find that if I do try to drink too soon after, that my pouch hurts so its kind of a good thing, keeps me waiting the 30 minutes. Janet

My hardest thing is not having any carbs after breakfast....MAN is that hard!!! I absolultly love my carbs...So it makes it real hard to stick to that rule! As far as the water goes...I just love the new flavored waters that Aquafina and Dasini have out....try those their yummy!!! Karry 311/182/167 goal