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dlappin413
on 9/1/11 12:38 pm - Woodstock, GA

Jennifer, What great news. I certainl understand your feelings! Sounds perfectly normal to me! I know I"d react that way too if it happened to me. I'm not quite that far yet. Just had my last test today and will meet again with the surgeon within the next 2-3 weeks, I hope... not scheduled yet. Looks like I'm right behind you. Behind you in progress... and in support. Good for you! Take a breath and move forward. The best is on it's way.

Warm regards,
Diana

I hope you dance with enthusiasm... and a million other things joyful!

dlappin413
on 9/1/11 12:33 pm - Woodstock, GA

DS on 10/26/11

Topic: RE: Not getting enough PROTEIN!!!

What protein drinks have you tried? That may help us offer alternatives you've not tried. I like the greek yogurt, like Kathy. Though I've not had surgery yet, I've been trying different things/shakes to prepare for post surgery... to know what I like before hand and have them in-house when I come home. So far, I've tried the UNJURY and I like those. They now even have a chicken broth flavor. If you don't like the taste, they have unflavored that can be added to just about anything. The only think with UNJURY is that it can't be added to anything over 130 degrees. I've also tried Optisource, only the strawberry and it wasn't too bad.

Let us know which products you've tried and don't like... something is out there that will work for you.

Moving forward,
Diana

I hope you dance with enthusiasm... and a million other things joyful!

(deactivated member)
on 9/1/11 4:35 am - Rushville, NY

RNY on 09/12/11

Topic: SURGERY DATE!!!

I had my consult with the surgeon this morning and folks, I haev a date! That's right, it's confirmed, I have a date! September 12, 2011 is my date!!!! I thought maybe 4-6 weeks but WOW

less than 2 weeks???? Tad overhwhelmed. Been wishing and wishing for it, and now it's like - wait, what? Holy crap!!! Time toget things in order! Thank you all so much for your support thus far and your continued support in the future! It's meant so much to me.

(deactivated member)
on 9/1/11 4:33 am - Rushville, NY

RNY on 09/12/11

Topic: RE: Cleared for Surgery

Thank you all so much!!!

Mag (Marguerite) P.
on 9/1/11 2:20 am - Green Valley, AZ

RNY on 01/11/11

Topic: RE: Not getting enough PROTEIN!!!

Hi again, I agree with Kathy on all she said. Also I like Muscle Milk's taste and my doctor said it was fine with him for a while to get my protein up where it should be. I still use Isopure or Isopril. Can't think of the name and my knee is hurting to bad to go and look. It up. My friend is coming to get my walker out of the car and I will send it to you It's 20 oz wate and 40 grams protein. some health stores carry it and it has different flavors. Mag

Mag (Marguerite) P.
on 9/1/11 1:51 am - Green Valley, AZ

RNY on 01/11/11

Topic: RE: Intro

Hi and welcome. I also had the RNY and feel it was the best choice for me. Research and see which is the best fit for you. Will your insurance pay for all the different types of surgery? Mag

Mag (Marguerite) P.
on 9/1/11 1:35 am - Green Valley, AZ

RNY on 01/11/11

Topic: RE: Introduction

Hi Kristi,
Nice to meet you. I love this group also. Even most doctors agree that you need to sip, sip, sip and walk, walk walk. Mag

Mag (Marguerite) P.
on 9/1/11 1:21 am - Green Valley, AZ

RNY on 01/11/11

Topic: RE: Cleared for Surgery

Jen, I'm so happy for you. No more insurance problems. Right!!!!!!!!! Keep us posted. Mag

Mag (Marguerite) P.
on 9/1/11 1:15 am - Green Valley, AZ

RNY on 01/11/11

Topic: RE: I have been missing lately

Hi Jeanine, Congrats on taking your life back. I'm proud of you. Take care and keep on doing good things for yourself. As ever, Mag

Kathy B.
on 8/31/11 12:43 pm - Virginia, MN

RNY on 09/02/09

Topic: RE: Not getting enough PROTEIN!!!

Jeanine, are you into yogurt? Greek yogurt is the highest in protein count. The flavors help, you can also flavor the plain greek yogurt with many things. I have yogurt and cottage cheese most days of the week. It is easy and satisfying. Consider refried beans, chili, to get away from all the sweet drinks. Eggs, boiled, egg salad, fried, poached. There are non shake things that you can try. Add instant milk powder to the water when you make hot cereal for added protein. Consider adding instant milk powder to CIB for added protein if the powders do not go well.

I have more ideas, just drawing a blank at the moment. I will pop back in with them when I can. You are right, not enough protein slows the losing. Are you getting your liquids? Walking or other exercise? Here for you to bounce ideas off. Hugs

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