Actually the motility test is different from the barium swallow and mine showed I have a bit of impaired motility and none of my barium swallows showed anything. It can also show if you have developed Barretts esophagus that may cause the band to have to be removed. I'll be honest with you the motility test isn't fun but it sure does tell the GI doc alot, much more info than the barium swallow does. Other than the hot drin k I don't know anything to help the swallowing. I just have to be really careful to swallow slow and make sure I'm done chewing well before even trying to swallow. It sucks and my band has been gone for over a year!

Yes, my doc has done 2 or 3 barium swallow tests with me and all shows normal.  I always drink something hot when I'm out in public, but it doesn't help everytime.  I really just get tired of that feeling and the sliming that goes with it.  I've been thinking about taking the band out, but have to see if my insurance will cover.  

I still hate what I believe to be the "first bite syndrome"  I can't ever eat a hot meal.  I take one small bite and it sits in my throat forever.  I'm never sure if I should try again so my food goes cold.

Sorry...feeling the need to vent...I'm really hungry but I can't eat my lunch

MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE FOR TOIDAY..... .Every moment wasted looking back keeps us from moving forward. - Hilary Clinton

I didn't have my first adjustment until I was 6 weeks out from surgery. It took about 3 adjustments (from what I remember) to feel restriction. It seems like you are doing great... 36 lbs down is awesome! Give it time, and follow the rules. :)

I have not heard of Limu. Looking at the protein powder, it is pretty high in calories for only 20g of protein. I personally would not use it. I use Isopure Zero Carb protein powder.