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Not to be 'flip' or dismissive about the cost of the Isopure, but just think how much most of your 'meals' before WLS cost and you'll probably find that you are still ahead of the game. I know that the liquid part of the diet is difficult, but this too shall pass and become a dim memory.

Congratulations on your new venture.

Wishing you all the best,

 

I just had the RNY on 4/13/09 so I am only on full liquids at this time.  I have quite a time trying to get protein in each day.  They are the dreaded beverages!!  I either drink Isopure (best flavors are Blue Raspberry and Orange Pineapple Banana) which is 50grams of protein but this can be almost $4.00 a bottle so I've tried to find things that aren't as costly.  I have bought a tub of Syntrax Nectar Whey Protein Isolate (Vanilla Bean Torte/Vitamin Shoppe).  It is powder and has
23grams of protein per scoop.  I add it to 2% milk which adds about 8 grams more of protein.  This is getting boring already so I am experimenting with "add-ins" now for different flavor.  I have added sugar-free vanilla flavoring, sugar-free choc syrup and some crystal lite.  I have also bought some shake samples from Chike.com you can get 6 samples for $3.00 and if you like them, you can order larger sizes.  So far, I like the Orange Creamsicle  and Banana the best but I will tell you all flavors are really good! I have bought the vials/tubes of protein but I have been unable to tolerate them as they are so sweet I can't get them down!  I am really looking forward to eating more food and getting my protein in that way.  Right now, most I have had is farina, yogurt, mashed potatoes, refried beans and low-fat cream soups. 

Some folks prefer protein drinks. Some prefer protein supplements. Some prefer to just 'eat' their protein. What's your preference and what do you consume?

Hi There! My name is Jordan and I'm from a small NC town near the Virginia border called Roanoke Rapids. I am only 25 yrs young and married to my husband Sonny who is 38. Together we have a handsome little boy KJ who is 3, a border collie LuLu that is 2 and a tabby cat Kittles who will be 1 in July. We have a very lovely family.

I had embarked on this journey a few years back but had to stop because my husband ended up having emergency neck surgery.S

So now, here we are on the journey again. I have had everything done except for my psych to finish and send in his evaluation, then it's off to insurance approval.

I am excited as I can be.

I'm doing this for me and my family.
I've always been big since as long as I can remember, however, that was never an issue for me. I had plenty of friends, was in the "in" crowd and always had a date for prom. My personality helps me out in so many ways. My husband loves me just the way I am,  but I want to lose this weight to quit my constant hip pain, back pain, and to hopefully relieve my sciatica. Plus, I want to be able to keep up with my 3 yr old. I want to run and jump and play like a child.

I am seeing Dr. Enochs in Raleigh.
I am currently 321 (highest WEIGHT ever)

I am not setting a goal, i just want to be smaller and beautiful.

Pray for quick insurance approval and quick surgery date.

Barbara, I sure understand where you are coming from.  I previously lost 125 pounds, (not through wls), and since have gained back almost every pound.  All was due to stress.  You MUST find a way to deal with the stress or this will always be a monkey on your back.  While I need to practice what I preach, I know what stress can do to your body.  I think learning to say no to others and yes to yourself is the key.  Slow down a little and enjoy your time here with those you love.

I also agree that maintaining is much much harder.  This time around I am writing down my feelings during the weight loss so that I can look back and remind myself of those feelings.  I do not want to go through this again. 

I told my daughter yesterday that I was feeling depressed quite often and I don't understand why.  I am happy with my progress so far, so it just doesn't make sense.  Tomorrow will be my 1 month anniversary date and I have lost 20 pounds.  I am not in a hurry to lose the weight, as I have seen the effects on my body from losing weight too fast.  I just want to feel good about me for a change.  The depression is a mystery to me. 

Good luck to you.  I hope all gets better and soon.