2 days out and wanted to say Hi!!

I had the Lap-Band procedure done on Friday, June 4, 2010.  Dr. Ronnie Keith was my doctor and I must say that his staff was excellent.  I had researched this procedure for awhile before I did it so i didn't think there was a lot else to learn.  Boy was I wrong.  After all my classes, I felt very well informed and knowlegable about the decision I had made.  Eventhough, I hate the 3 hour drive from my house to Norman, I wouldn't change a thing.  I feel like I know so much more about my Lap-Band than some of my friends who had it done as well.

My procedure was done at Norman Regional, which is a beautiful facility.  The nursing staff in both surgery and on the bariatric floor  were amazing.  Being a nurse myself, it was nice to be on the receiving end of such good care for a change.

I will say that I am tired of protein shakes already, YUCK.  I just can't find any that don't about gag me.  I have been being a good girl though.  So if any of you know some good ones, let me know.  I have been on the New Direction.  It is okay.  I ordered the Unjury and won't even try it again.  I tried the Muscle Milk.  It was tolerable, but nothing I want to have on a daily basis.  I am now drinking the Slim Fast low carb chocolate.  It also is just okay.  So if you guys have found a favorite then please let me know.

Sandy

 Hi, Sandy, Welcome to the loser's bench.  I had the sleeve done the same place but by Dr. Nelson and I really liked Norman Regional.  It was a nice experience.  

...but the protein shakes are the pits.  I can tolerate Chike Chocolate Bliss and have one every day.  I also like the Nectar Chocolate Truffle but it 's a snack rather than a meal replacement.  

donna

Hi Sandy,

I am so glad to hear you are doing well!
I think we can all sympathize with getting tired of the protein shakes. Especially right after surgery it seems our tummies are quite picky and our taste buds change.

Have you tried the Chike or Bariatric Advantage shakes yet? They qualify as meal replacements (have vitamins and minerals in them) and have the appropriate amounts of amino acids to make them complete for us.

I know you may have tried this...but, I like to add sugar free pudding mix flavors to mine (1-2 T for each shake). It will change the taste some to make them more tolerable.

I have a lot of recipes for protein shakes. If you will email me...I will be happy to send them your way!

Leah

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welcome to the losers side!
hope your recovery goes well!

Congratulations on changing your life. I look forward to updates on your journey.

Lois