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Thanks so much to everyone. I will try those protein things, appreciate the tip. TOday has been much, much better. I know that I will make it but I'm a writer and my brain tends to not want to work when I'm hungry.....this site looks like it's going to be great for me, really appreciate ALL the information and pep talks....

I'll be used to working with this forum SOON I hope. Thanks for your patience.

thank you so much.

and am I 'red faced' -- are you getting ready for surgery?

Congratulations to you on the success you've acheived. A good feeling, I'm sure. Thank you so much for responding. I am doing this in the US...but I'm pretty impressed with all done in Mexico. Today was better, just had my meal and it's nice that you explained so much, especially about the liver. I've switched and am having my meal mid-day now, and that has made it a little easier. This is my fourth day.... If I may, can you tell me how easy it was for you to move around after surgery? Will I be up and around in one, two days? I know it varies for each person, just like to know what you've experienced. I've only talked to one other person and she works for the doctor....love unfiltered information! Thank you again.

This is my third day of preparation for lap band on September 4. The first day was torture; second bearable and third day stinks. I probably ate too much although only 1/2 of what I usually eat. I've been told I can have two protien shakes a day, powder provided by Dr. Luttrell and one meal. Total 1000 calories. One person in the office told me I needed to lose five pounds, the other said ten then changed it to 14 when I had gained weight since my first weigh in.... What is the safe amount of loss? i know I'm doing what's right even in the weak, headache, shaky moments. Would love some feedback. I've read much of this forum and am totally impressed.