Dear Heather: The short answer for me is ...from the States... but I get in our commissary "Advant Edge-Carb Control" It has 17 gm of protein, 100 cal, and 0 sugar. They are next to the Slim Fast in many commissaries. I use them for lunch in school (I'm a teacher) when-ever I forget my lunch. Also this weekend I went to England and was able to get them there in the Commissary and had them for breakfast. I have always hated the smell of food in the morning, so my challenge has been having breakfast. I have solved it with protein shakes. I normally getfrom the brand SYNTRAX, a protein powder called NECTAR. My 2 favorite flavors are Cookies & Cream and Cappuccino. I mixed them with water, but have also mixed them with soy milk. I get them from netrition.com. In fact, I have gotten LOTS of sugar free products from them. I will be having my 6 month monthversary on June 6th and have lost 114 pounds so far. This has truly changed my life!!! Take care and have a GREAT surgery experience!! Brenda

the tricare rep here in Vilseck said it was not covered, only RNY

Does anyone know if tricare prime europe covers the lap band and fills? I keep hearing conflicting stories and i am trying to decide between the band or the RNY any information would be appriciated. Thank you Terri

I would love to know more. Who is sponsoring the meetings? Is it a German group, Americans or mixed? Thanks!!

I would like to let those who are interested know that a WLS support group is being held at the Mannheim Medical Clinic. The first meeting was held Monday, May 14, 2007. If you are looking for a place to find out information, bring information we are there for you.