**NEW WLS Support Site & Info**

Everyone!! Check out this WLS website I found..Ive looked at the Books, and food materials- and I love it - There are several books that I recommend- like Pat Levine's cookbook + Successful habits of WLS patients and a companion workbook & even a WLS cookbook by Carnie Wilson..plus they sell Optisource products- which are made for absorption by the WLS patient- I've used the Vitamins- they are chewable- and citrus flavored - they also have Revival Soy products- you have to check out the RS crackers - one surgeon provided them at recent reunion- in all the flavors and all the patients went nuts- every flavor was better than the next! Oh - and they also sell Nectar & AnyWhey proteins..The AnyWhey is unflavored- and can be used in cooking and preparations - so thats another way to get protein in! AND the Nectar is my favorite..It is based on "fruit like" flavors - Fuzzy Navel ( Orange & Tangerine) Natural Tea ( imagine iced tea ) Carribbean Cooler ( tastes like a Pina Colada without the alcohol) ..plus they have a new flavor- Cappucino- which is supposed to be like a cold or hot latte.. Ive given up my other proteins ( like Isopure & Designer Whey) the Nectar is superb- it mixes with a spoon or a shake- and it tastes good- just add fruit and ice! And if you also have any cool websites for us to see- TELL US!! And they have medic alert necklaces as well as bracelets! P.S.- The pricing on this website- was cheaper than what I've seen at Bariatriceating.com.. I like it!! ENJOY! DONNA http://wlbss.com It includes the following: 1. Educational Resources - Recent and pertinent information relating to weight loss surgery! This section currently includes: * All About Fats - Article discussing the different types of dietary fats * All About Thiamine - Article discussing thiamine deficiency and WLS * The Skinny on Gastric Bypass - What Pharmacists Need to Know - Review article reprinted with permission from US Pharmacy on nutritional health and drug issues after WLS. * WLS Nutrition Review - Short technical review of nutrition after WLS. * Is BMI Best? - Review of recent research in the journal Lancet promotes waist-to-hip ratio over BMI. * Food Focus - November 2005 - Food Focus is a newsletter for WLS patients created by Monica Cengia. Monica has been a registered, licensed dietitian for over 27 years. Nutrition is her passion, especially creating helpful information that will inspire permanent lifestyle changes. * Vitamin D - A comprehensive article discussing vitamin D and health. * OAC Medicare Action - The deadline is approaching to comment on proposed Medicare guidelines for WLS. This document gives guidelines for comments. 2. Events - An event listing for the members of WLBSS. 3. eStore - An online store with products for people who have had weight loss surgery or who are thinking about having weight loss surgery. The eStore is separated into the following categories: Audio & Video Books Bath & Beauty Apparel Living Aids Medical Alert Bariatric Advantage Vitamins and Supplements Liquid Vitamins & Minerals Other Vitamins & Minerals Protein Bars Protein Powders Liquid Proteins Nectar Fruitilicious Protein Revival Soy Other Select Nutrients Resource Optisource Protein Flavorings Queasy Pops Digestive Support Sweeteners Hope you all enjoy the new website http://wlbss.com created for Weight Loss Bariatric Surgery Support. P.S. Other good Weight Loss Surgery sites: www.FreedomExpress.net/WLSsupport www.FreedomExpress.net/WLBSSInt

Donna Thank You for the information........There prices are pretty good...I even ordered my free samples....Thank You again for the insite.....Suzan

Hi Suzan - Thanks for responding.. I noticed we are almost the same starting and current weights ( I am shorter) LOL and also checked out 3FC website- my first time there- amazing that it took me this long to find it.. its a cool site- and I liked your weight loss icon. I don't know how satisfied you are with your protein- but I like a lot of variety- which is why I posted that link- there is lot to get - and the site offers so much at a reasonable cost..Anyway- regarding protein - you should try the Nectar brands..they mix instantly- taste good..although you will need to find what works for you- Their flavors are all fruit based - strawberry/kiwi,apple ecstasy (granny smith ), Cappucino ( their new flavor) carribbean cooler (its like a pina colada ) fuzzy navel (necatarine, orange, peach) Tealicious (lemon tea- that comes close to Arizona Iced tea or even a mint julep tea) . I use the last 3 flavors listed- and LOVE them..I mix the fuzzy navel with crystal light sunrise and I just started mixing it with a bottle of Peach Propel- and it is AWESOME!..I also mix the tea flavor with Diet Arizona lemon tea or Peach tea & 1 Splenda, and its also very good. And the carribbean cooler- well I like to mix ice pops with that- some fruit- like pineapple or banana, and it works..I cant wait to try it with some Propel water..Have you tried that? The Melon tastes like a juicy slice of honeydew.. Its got me HOOKED! have a great day- Donna 325/231/145