Countdown Begins......................

Well today I had my pre-op stuff and it all went well...........The countdown now begins, ONLY 6 more days till I'm on the losing side, I'm excited but also scared at the same time I bought my protein suppl. & B-12 today at the Dr.'s office.....Has anyone tried the Nectar(Cappucino flavor) suppl.?I sure hope it is okay because your protein is the most important thing to get first.......I think me and my son are going to be brave and try this stuff... Please someone help me get over the jitters Hope to hear from you guys soon........Tina

Tina You are going to do great !!! I went with the unflavored unjury so I don't know about the nectar sorry . Doug is going to pick my stuff up tomarrow sometime. I also went with the liquid clacium I just did not think I could handle the chewable right now too chalky Just take it one day at a time and I will be checking in on you next week when I get home Laura

Hi Laura This is my first time tonite signing in, I had my surgery the 28th of Aug. 2006 Where did you get your Liquid Cal. I live in Memphis, can I get it here? Thanks Diana

Hi Tina, just remember this much, what you may like now, you may not be able to tolerate after surgery. Your taste buds will constantly change. My Dr. didn't push the protein on me right after surgery. I was a month out before I could even try it, but because of the chemo, it didn't matter what I took, it all made me sick. You will do fine, practice some deep cleansing breaths and force yourself to relax. May God travel with you on this new and exciting journey to a healthier you. Love Kathy

Hey Girlie, I've heard a lot of people rave about the cappuccino Nectar. I've never tried the cappuccino flavor and I am a cappuholic, gotta have it every day. I tried a few of the Nectar flavors and thought they were okay but not something I could handle every day. I thought the flavors were too strong and didn't care for the slightly grainy texture. You may have to try several samples of protein supplements before you find the one(s) that you like best. I do have to agree that the Unjury is very good. The unflavored is truly tasteless when added to any food and it dissolves very well in warm liquids. (Most protein powders tend to clump in warm liquids). I've been a bit under the weather with some kind of upper respiratory crud so haven't been doing much of anything. I'll try to give you a call tonight. You're going to do just fine. Just think, in 5 days you'll be a LOSER!!!!!!!!! Talk to you soon. Susan

Tina You are going to do great. It is a great ideal to try your protein shakes so you will know if you are going to like it or not. Hey make sure you check your bag twice so you have everything you need. Try to stay calm and relax and think soon you are going to be healthier and happier with your life and you are making these changes for you and your family. Way to go! You are now on board for loser ville. First stop a smaller and healthier you. I will think of you and keep you in my prayers. All will be okay and you will come through this with all smiles. Your friend, Tina

Good morning Tina You are in very capable hands .. Dr Dyer is also my surgeon and he did my surgery 3 weeks ago.. now I am waiting to have my lap band soon as I heal well enough and he fully supports my decison for this surgery as well.. Do you have to go on a 2 day clear liquid diet for 2 days before surgery?? from the info I got that is what I read, also have to drink 2 bottles of magesium citrate 2 days before too is this the case with you?/ I dont see where you can have any protein drinks during this period but of course not long after surgery I am sure you can anyway just want you to know the hospital and Dr will take excellent care of you Good luck sincerely AriannaPs I have to talk to dietician and ask her all these questions Thursday when I go in for my check up .. if i can