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What website is cheapest? - I can not buy sf Torani or Davinci syrups at any store near me.  Where, online, have you found this stuff the cheapest?

Pre op appt and unflavored protein - I had my pre op appt today and bought the required protein to start liquid diet.  I HAD to get the BA protein because that's what they recommend to start out (after I finish those ...

Sept. 17th...it's on!!! - So, got my surgery date for Sept 17th and I don't think it's really set in yet.  Start my liquid diet on the 3rd...not looking forward to that.  It's been a long road that's led me...

VSG better for heavier people? - I've posted a couple of times on here and I have another question.  Do heavier people tend to do better with the sleeve?  I know I read somewhere that "lightweights" may not do as ...

Anyone with Aetna... - Have any of you been approved with Aetna?  Thanks Shannon

Why did you pick sleeve over RNY - I've just been approved for RNY but I'm wondering why you chose the sleeve.  I had originally wanted the sleeve because of the no rerouting, but I took what I considered the less i...

If I were to seek therapy, which one? - What kind of person would I want?  One who deals with addiction or eating disorders?  Where do we fall?  Psychiatrist, psychotherapist, psychologist, counselor???  Shannon

Malabsorb vits but not other meds?? - So, we have to take double of the amount of vits so we can absorb what we need but what about our other meds?  Do we not malabsorb those?  I'm so confused. Shannon

Nik...you need to make these.... - And let us know how they taste!.  It's funny how I don't really know you, but I read your blog and when I saw these you're the first person I thought of LOL.  They sound DELISH!  ...

xpost:Confused on which surgery to have now HELP!! - Let me start by saying I had the band back in 2004 and had to have it removed for a couple of reasons in 2006.  It was hell and I regret EVER having it. For years now I've been thi...

xpost: Confused on which surgery to have now HELP! - For years now I've been thinking and researching about RNY. I've even finished all my ins. requirements and now am just waiting on them to resubmit to my ins. But just yesterday I ...

xpost: HELP-Confused on which surgery I should rea - For years now I've been thinking and researching about RNY.  I've even finished all my ins. requirements and now am just waiting on them to resubmit to my ins.  But just yesterday ...

Difference between Torani and DaVinci? - I know I love Torani SF syrups, but is there a difference in taste vs DaVinci SF?  DaVince seems to have a few different flavors that sound interesting.  Thanks Shannon

Am I crazy to be scared of life after? - I'm not sure anyone would understand this feeling except for you guys.  Most of us have been overweight all of our lives....while I was only about 15lbs overweight throughout jr hi...

Quinoa - O M Goodness!!! We just tried quinoa in a recipe and I have to say it was like eating bird seed.  I'm not sure if it's the taste (cuz I'm  pretty sure it doesn't really have a tast...

What do you feed the family? - I see people posting all the time about what they eat, but what do you feed your family?  Especially those who eat things like yogurt, cucumbers and hummus, or salad for dinner?  N...

BA Wildberry Punch Crystals - Anyone ever try these?  If so, is it good, bad...what? Shannon

Can they make me? - I had my last NUT class today and it was on vitamins and protein supplements.  Their office carries the Bariatric Advantage brand of products.  During the class, the NUT said they ...

Busy day today.... - Today I go for my psych eval, my last nutrition class and my reassessment with my surgeon.  I'm a little nervous...like I'm going to the principal's office lol.  About how long doe...

Celebrate Vitamins - I haven't had surgery yet but I'm trying to get prepared on protein, vitamins, etc.  Anyway, I looked at the Celebrate and on their website it suggests if you get the multi-complet...

OT...How in the world - do I change my surgeon info?  I have a different surgeon than the one listed on my profile and can't figure out how to change it. Shannon

Holy Cow They're Thick.... - Hi all!  My name is Shannon and I'm in the process of my 3mth diet with my last nut visit coming up on the 24th.  So, I'm trying to find a protein drink I can tolerate.  I've order...

Please tell me there is a good tasting protein sha - I am going through the insurance drama to get approved for my surgery and I am almost to the point (prob. within a month) of having to do the pre op liquid diet.  I've tried the Ba...