How much should I be able to eat?

[mezanne1401 190]

I know everyone is different in this category, but I'm a little worried that I'm not eating enough. I am 1 month out (11/12/12) and can only eat 1 ounce of anything per meal. This morning, I had 4 small sips of Soup (wasn't hungry even then), went to my urologist and that took 3 hours so I missed lunch (wasn't hungry then). Just ate dinner and had 4 small bites of chicken and I'm full. I doubt if I've gotten 150 calories in today. Anyone else eating such small amounts one month out???

[ReduceReuseRecycle-Me! 119]

I just returned from my informational postop class. That amount you are eating sounds right, BUT, you should be eating all Protein at one month out. With my surgeon, I will just be graduating to smooth foods at one month. We all have varying regimens we have to follow.

[CJ's mom 28]

I was sleeved 11/12 also. I'm able to eat about 1.5 to 2 ounces at a time. Tonight I had about a half a cup of chili for dinner. I am getting in around 600 calories a day and make it a point to get at least 60 gr of Protein a day. How's your protein intake? Water intake?

[mezanne1401 190]

I'm not proud of my protein/water intake. When I do eat, it is Protein. I have yet to find a protein supplement that I can tolerate. I am drinking about 32 oz Water. I'm trying my best to get it in, but it is quite a struggle. I feel better knowing that I'm normal right now. My next appointment is on the 20th and I don't want to bother my surgeon unless absolutely necessary.

[CJ's mom 28]

I would definitely say Water is the most important thing. I always try and make sure I get that in, then the Protein. How's everything else? Pain ok?

[rosehips 121]

I am now at 31/2 mo post op, I was worried about my Protein and limited amount of food intake in the beginning. My doctor said to not worry, this is for a lifetime and your protein grams will increase over the next month. My protein has increased, I try to stick to 1/2 c of food every 3 hours.

[mezanne1401 190]

I would definitely say Water is the most important thing. I always try and make sure I get that in' date=' then the Protein. How's everything else? Pain ok?[/quote']

Pain has been great. I've become dehydrated from my decreased intake of fluids so I have developed a kidney stone! Just my luck I guess!

[GoState 12]

I am just over 4 months out.

As far as liquids go, Water was tough for me for a while. It just seemed "thicker" than some juices and other beverages. Even still at times. I try to drink some coffee before or after Breakfast, a medium Powerade from Sonic mid-afternoon, and a glass (or two) of milk (for Protein per my NUT- whey makes me want to puke). V8 Diet Splash (mango peach) is a fave and pretty low in calories. Also: I passed a kidney stone two nights before I had my surgery. I have two more very very small ones and I think one is moving. Try to get those liquids in. Low cal juices, milk and Powerade zero might go down better than Water and aren't that high in calories. No more calories than you're getting now it shouldn't hurt.

Regarding food, as a sample, I can eat a pack of oatmeal for Breakfast, 1/4 to 1/2 of a small chili from Wendy's for lunch and 4 or 5 shrimp for dinner. For a while, I felt very hungry at times (between meals). I sometimes get a little hungry, but not as bad. A triscuit or some almonds do the trick for me.

Every doc and nut are different in their reccomendations, diet plan, etc. Re liquids, this is what works for me and I'm down 60 lbs since surgery/75 total. Good Luck!