Thanks Kelly, 

I checked a video out on YouTube and the gal said the same thing, sampler pack approximate price $13.00 .

I am going to try a few. I know from my past eating habits that when I find something I will eat or drink it to death. lol

I need to have some variety or I will get to the point that I can't stand the taste. Yes, that funky taste is what I'm talking about .

Well said Kelly . . chuckles  

I have been making a list of ones to try. 

Can I ask. . did you find that one particular protein shake filled you up faster than another ?

Talks soon

Lori 

I'm one of the ones that traveled, and it was the best decision I could have made. The only thing I'd do differently is I'd have booked my surgery the day after I was turned down here. (For doing too well at losing without surgery. Sigh)

They told me that it wasn't worth the risks of surgery, since I'd most likely not lose more than another 10-15#, which would have left me at about 245#. Happily my surgeon and GP agreed with me that I could do better than that.

Kelly-Anne

Yes, people are turned down, and sometimes for reasons that will surprise you. I went through the program a few years ago, did all the modules, weighed, measured and journaled my food, showed up for everything - basically did everything I could to be a "poster child" of compliance - and was turned down. Why? Because I'd lost 45# and they didn't think I'd lose more than another 10-15# if I had surgery. My blood pressure, high cholesterol and chronic pain from arthritis, bursitis, sciatica and fibromyalgia didn't matter because they were "under control" with medication. I was 258# at the time.

I was devastated, as you can imagine, and was very glad my husband was with me to cry on. 10 minutes after walking out of the room Dr Sharma came back with one of the surgeons and said that since I'd done so well, if I could keep the weight off for 6 months they'd approve a panniculectomy for me.

Move forward 6 months (of frantically maintaining my loss while constantly hungry) and I had a fall in our back yard that ripped open the base of 1 thumb and tore intercostal muscles. Let's add severe pain, minimal sleep because of the pain and 6 weeks of minimal exercise. Back came 12# that refused to leave. I finally called the clinic in tears and they said I could go back, but would need a new referral. I could expect to be back in the clinic a month after my referral went in. A month later I was given an intake date at the end of August. (this was at the end of May)

I hung up, had a cry, then looked at our savings account. Many hours of research, a visit with our family doctor (who has been amazing) and 5 days later I booked my VSG with Dr Aceves in Mexicali on June 26th. My surgery went well, I was completely pain free by day 3, home a few days later (my hubby and I played tourist in San Diego for a couple of days), out for lunch (broth) with friends within a week and off all meds except my synthroid, a muscle relaxant and an acid reducer before I was back in the pool 3 weeks after that.

I'm older than many (57) and not a hard core exercise type, so I'm sure not Barbie, but I'm also not 270# anymore. I can walk for hours, play with our darling grandbaby and am working on our packing list for a second trip to Hawaii. Last year we went paddle boarding. This year it'll be kayaking and hiking. Life's pretty darned good.

Kelly-Anne

I haven't found and RTD drinks that I like, so for my protein shakes I use Syntrax Nectar Cappucino, Syntrax Matrix Peanut Butter Cookie--both of those mixed with skim milk, and my favorite is the Unjury Strawberry Sorbet mixed with Crystal Light lemonade.

HI Ms, 

I enjoyed reading your post. I wish you the best of luck on your journey. It sounds like you took what you learned in the program and put it to great use. Like you I did the program and did I ever benefit from it. While I attended for the 6 months I dropped 11 pounds on my own. It was fantastic !! The one thing I had a hard time with was the chewing 23 x's . .laughs. I either have really sharp teeth or I chew aggressively !! grins its always like mush. But, that is good for my next stop as I have to eat pinkie size bites to start and chew chew chew !! 

As far as the exercise went I was not able to due to hip. It is hard to sit and watch when I know in my heart that weight loss is a hand in hand function between exercise and mindful eating. I have been back swimming as its easy on my hip.  When I am envious watching one walk their dog or ride bike I head to the pool. Even sometimes just to lay on my back and tread water with my hands and feet. 

You sound determined and that gives me hope when I see anothers words regarding their journey. Thank you !!

 

Talks soon

Lori