I'm baacck!!!

I got out of KUMED on Sunday night and I''m feeling pretty good. These drains are a pain in the butt, but other than that and my double vision I'm doing really well. I have a question; can any one tell me why Dr. Udobi is so adamant about eating normal foods (pureed) when my true love is carnation instant breakfast drink? I'm being good and doing what he tells me, but I'd really love to have the freedom to drink that as well. Acually i did today for a mid-morning snack and loved it! Thanks! Michelle

Hi Michelle...I've talked to others surgeons at length about this. They prefer you do real food as opposed to protein drinks because food will stay with you much longer than protein drinks. Carnation instant Breakfast has to be mixed with milk...milk is a MAJOR no no...has lots of carbs..sugar...and will slow your weight loss dramatically. Just speaking from experience here..lessons learned. I do like a protein shake occasionally..but I use it strictly as a meal replacement. Good luck to you and Congratulations!!!! (((hugs))) and smiles =)))

Congratulations Michelle, from one new loser to another. I have found with my pureed foods that I just have to make sure I season them. Even baby food isn't too bad when seasoned a bit. I totally agree about the drain, I was sooooo happy to get mine out! Hang in there, I am glad to be going through this with you!