Have I Wrecked Things Already?

that strivingly hungry feeling can be caused by acid also if not on ppi's

Its great to read how others are doing.  I was sleeved 5/22  but I also had my lap band removed.   Im too full when I drink protein shakes and Im back on clears for a day or 2.  Im been lucky to get 2 shakes in and 32oz of fluid

i still have a lot of pain when just drinking clears.  

Have you ever tried the ready-to-drink Isopure? It's a protein drink you can get at the Vitamn Shoppe, among other places? I find that if I drink it when it's icy cold, it's not too bad -- it's clear so it's not got that heavy creamy taste, and it's available in more fruity than creamy flavors. You could try a little in water or put some Mio or Crystal Light in it maybe. Sometimes I think I will run amok if I see another creamy chocolate shake again! The big draw back is that it's expensive, but .. we're not talking about vast quantities so we're not talking about vast expense.