Calorie Confusion,

[mrsflyboybs 62]

I'm so lost! My Dr said to take in 1500 calories a day and my RN is saying 600. I'm almost three weeks out. Input please!

[Mr_Worm 129]

Meet in the middle at about 1000 per day and you'll be fine. Each body is different. I aim to not exceed 1000 a day my self...with a goal of 800

[BenisaMartim4 369]

I am 2 1/2 months out and I shoot for 600...and that is a stretch on most days. If you are only eating Protein (not junk food) I don't see how in the world you could eat 1500. That would be the equivalent of between 7-14 Protein Shakes a day. Sounds like some one needs to get their acts together. I hate it when they do things like that to us! Like we need more stress

[Meli01 53]

I'm 6 weeks out and my doctor says I need to stay under 600 calories with very few carbs. My portions are so small I haven't hit more than 600 calories a day yet.

[chitowngirl 885]

I think the 1500 is more long term. My nut actually said I should focus on getting my Protein in as I am only 5 weeks out. Me getting in 60g of protein I end up consuming about 800 calories

[barrbdoll 287]

I'm 17 days post-op and I am getting between 600-800 calories in. I have no carb restrictions until I reach regular foods which is 2 more weeks out. It's hard to watch carbs when you are eating yogurts, cottage cheese, mashed potatoes, yams, creamy Soups etc... Once I am on a regular diet I was told to eat very little breads, pastas, etc.... the so called bad carbs... Moderation is the key!

[topgun 63]

My Dr. said to get in 1200-1300 per day but I can't seem to get there. I'm usually at or below 1000 per day, sometimes as low as 600. I would think if you stayed at 600 you'd be inviting a stall because your body will go into starvation mode.

[mmorral 19]

I think the 1500 is more long term. My nut actually said I should focus on getting my Protein in as I am only 5 weeks out. Me getting in 60g of Protein I end up consuming about 800 calories

I am 10 days out and my doctor wants 60-70 grams in the mushy phase. I hit 650 calories mark that is the most sincere I was sleveed

[ChooseToChange 19]

I swear by the myfitnesspal ap and online site. My surgeon actually uses my profile to follow my progress since I went out of state for my surgery. I am now 8 months out and I find myself in the 1000 calorie a day range. Then it takes exercise out of your daily intake as well. Most days I sit between 800 and 1000 after exercise calories.

Just remember.... Protein first, veggies second and you won't have room for more after that.

If you want to learn more tips and tricks from an 8 month-er that has learned a lot send me a message. I am also a skype coach that helps with menu planning and support via phone, skype and in person here in Tampa.

Talk to you soon!

Brook