New to this Forum

Hi Helen,

Just wanted to say Welcome and I look forward to getting to know you.  I had lap band surgery on Aug 12th and am feeling pretty good also.  I hope you continue to do well.

I try to walk as far as it feels comfortable everyday, doc does not want me doing anything too strenous for another 2 weeks.

Again Welcome!

Helen,

When I started out, I could only do 5 min walking 3 times a day.  I gradually added on to that, and now (11 mos later) I do a 40 min walk 4 times a week and 45-60 min aerobics classes 3 times a week.

As for the protein shakes, you have to keep trying different brands until you find one you like or can tolerate.  Lots of people find their tastes change after surgery.  I like Unjury chicken soup flavor, but I think the unflavored protein powder (which I have tried in pudding, Jello, and oatmeal) is disgusting.  I started out using Unjury chocolate and vanilla, with SF syrup (like caramel, chai tea, etc) added.  Now I use Muscle Milk cake batter flavor and Whey Gourmet peanut butter chocolate and caramel flavors.  I think it's best to buy sample packs/individual serving size packs first before you invest in a big vat of something you may not like.  And in the end, I truly believe it's best to get your protein from solid food, which will keep you satisfied longer than liquid food.  Just my opinion, though...

Jean