Unfortunately, I don't have any suggestions. :( 

I still have an aversion to thick liquids. (nearly 8 months post-op)  The only protein shake I drink now is premier because it's pretty thin. I don't love the taste, but I just can't handle thick pasty liquids. I do think it's probably a personal preference, because I know plenty of people who intentionally make their shakes thicker. When I really want a flavorful shake, I mix my own (click vanilla latte and several syntrax flavors)with about 1.5x to 2x the liquid called for. I also find most things extra strong and sweet, even still.

I just wanted to offer support. I wish you the best of luck, don't give up, you can get through this!

For the next few days I'm on thicker liquids. I managed to drink about five ounces of plain low fat Kefir this morning. Lunchtime I had a little bit of thinned low fat cottage blenderized with skim milk. Everything still tastes sweet, even the Kefir. I'm supposed to try thinned cream of wheat, but don't have the stomach for it now. I need to try to get my protein in. I can handle the protein shakes and chicken bone broth without a problem. I'm grateful I don't have an appetite, but I need some good fuel in my body. Today is my two week surgery anniversary. Ant suggestions? 

WARNING TO SELF AND TO ANYONE WHO WILL LISTEN!!! AVOID 'BAD' CARBS AT ALL COSTS!!! THEY ARE ADDICTING!! THEY WILL SLOW DOWN YOUR WEIGHT LOSS DURING THE LOSING STAGE (and you won't even notice)!! THEY WILL MAKE THE SCALE GO UP AFTER THE HONEYMOON PERIOD IS OVER.

Success in Maintenance starts with GOOD CHOICES during the Honeymoon Period.

I feel I need to repeat this: I am a FIRM believer in Good Whey Protein Drinks!!!!!  It is sooooo much harder to do Maintenance without them!  

Afternoon LW's!!!!  How's the New Year treating you so far?  I've been on the phone with the insurance company for most of my lunch.  DH turns 65 in Feb. so I'm trying to figure out all of the changes.  Too much to keep straight.

Maintenance:  8+ years out 

Breakfast:  Oatmeal (Maybe)

Protein:    Matrix Mint Cookie 35g

Snack:      A Babybel cheese Round

Lunch:      Beef Barley Soup

Protein:    Matrix Mint Cookie 35g   

Snack:      Nature Valley Nut bar

Dinner:    Stuffed Peppers....YUM

Snack:      Plain Popcorn

Happy to see You!!!!!   Your Menu sounds like you are on the right track!!!  Just keep adding in more Protein and it will come off easier.

Sorry you aren't feeling well Jody!  My sister has had it over a week and finally went to fast care.  I didn't talk to her yesterday so I'm not sure how she's feeling but I know she was going back to work today since the school break is over.

Hoping today is better for you!!!!!