Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Carb/fat/protein ratio



Recommended Posts

Can anyone remind me of the "ideal" ratio of each to eat is? Today I tried so hard not to eat a lot of carbs. I had no starch but the fruit I ate put me to 63g of carbs. I had 86g of Protein and 38g fat. I thought I did so good today and now I'm thinking my numbers are high. Any thoughts? And I swam laps for 45min

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I have been wondering the same thing. I use the myfitnesspal app, so I just follow that and stay under 1200 calories. I know that since I am only a couple weeks post op, I won't get near 1200, but my nutritionist did tell me that I would be at 1200 calories a day after surgery. I assume that will be once off a restricted diet.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My best weight loss occurs when I stay at 600 - 800 calories, 20 grams or less carbs, 25 grams or less fat, 100 grams Protein and 100 ounces of Water.< /p>

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

The thing with carbs are that there are simple and complex carbs. My surgeon said that the carbs you get from fruits and vegetables in general aren't bad and shouldn't be worried about as much. so to that end I try not to sweat the carbs as long as it's not the starchy kinds.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

The thing with carbs are that there are simple and complex carbs. My surgeon said that the carbs you get from fruits and vegetables in general aren't bad and shouldn't be worried about as much. so to that end I try not to sweat the carbs as long as it's not the starchy kinds.

I agree with you because I did not have any bread or starch today besides fruit and I didn't feel like I overdid it. Thanks!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My best weight loss occurs when I stay at 600 - 800 calories' date=' 20 grams or less carbs, 25 grams or less fat, 100 grams Protein and 100 ounces of Water.[/quote']

My dr told me to get to 1000 but I like to stay at 800. Wow you're good w carbs. How do you stay under 25?

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My best weight loss occurs when I stay at 600 - 800 calories, 20 grams or less carbs, 25 grams or less fat, 100 grams Protein and 100 ounces of Water.< /p>

This is the same plan I follow. For me, calories dont really matter as much as low carb. Good or bad carbs are all the same. I am 10 months out and can still drop 2 lbs a week if I keep my carbs low. I dont think 2 lbs is bad since I have a normal bmi. Best of luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

This is the same plan I follow. For me' date=' calories dont really matter as much as low carb. Good or bad carbs are all the same. I am 10 months out and can still drop 2 lbs a week if I keep my carbs low. I dont think 2 lbs is bad since I have a normal bmi. Best of luck![/quote']

Ok I'm going to really monitor what I eat and try to stay in this range. My problem is that I had the lap band before the sleeve so now my restriction is less than others so I can eat a little more and the dr said my weight loss will be slow. This is a good equation to stick to. Thanks!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My best weight loss occurs when I stay at 600 - 800 calories' date=' 20 grams or less carbs, 25 grams or less fat, 100 grams Protein and 100 ounces of Water.[/quote']

That sounds like it will work for me-- what's a typical day for u how long has it been?

Sent from my iPhone using VST

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

This is the same plan I follow. For me' date=' calories dont really matter as much as low carb. Good or bad carbs are all the same. I am 10 months out and can still drop 2 lbs a week if I keep my carbs low. I dont think 2 lbs is bad since I have a normal bmi. Best of luck![/quote']

Sounds great! Lower carb is best for me too-- what's daily routine eating schedule

Sent from my iPhone using VST

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

My best weight loss occurs when I stay at 600 - 800 calories' date=' 20 grams or less carbs, 25 grams or less fat, 100 grams Protein and 100 ounces of Water.[/quote']

Do I eat yogurt/cottage cheese etc--- as long as u stay under 20-- or us it more Atkins Protein stuff

Thank you

Sent from my iPhone using VST

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

This is the same plan I follow. For me' date=' calories dont really matter as much as low carb. Good or bad carbs are all the same. I am 10 months out and can still drop 2 lbs a week if I keep my carbs low. I dont think 2 lbs is bad since I have a normal bmi. Best of luck![/quote']

That's great for being 10 mo out!! What's your menu--- Atkins type? Do u eat yogurt or cottage cheese?? Thank you

Sent from my iPhone using VST

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • rlcpd

      Two months out from hiatal hernia repair.  Surgeon said to expect a lot more flatulence...something about the 'air' no longer being able to 'burp' out so comes out the other end.  That is my experience but have no understanding of why that swallowed air cannot be 'burped'. ???
      · 1 reply
      1. BlondePatriotInCDA

        As I understand it since your stomach is smaller and not completely resting against your diaphragm anymore you no longer have the ability to "push" burps out as well. Plus, since its smaller and we don't digest slower the trapped air moves a lot quicker out of the stomach so its no longer available to burp out. Hence the other option for removal.

    • Lizette1122

      Anyone had the TORe procedure? How did it go? How much weight did you loose? 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • LadyVeteran1

      Sleeve surgery is on April 14th.  I am counting the days!!  Can't wait!
      · 3 replies
      1. Brookie2shoes

        Me too girl!! Are you in the full liquid diet right now? It’s sooooo hard!

      2. LadyVeteran1

        Not yet. I was told I only have to do 24 hours of a liquid diet. But I have my pre-op tomorrow so I’m going to confirm if I need to do longer.

      3. buildabetteranna

        Your so close now! It's gonna be great :) Wishing you a speedy recovery and looking forward to seeing how it goes!

    • buildabetteranna

      Down 33 lbs and slightly stalled, but I'm gonna reevaluate and push through. I started back to work last week after 2 years of being disabled due to mental health as well as my weight. It's a great job and I'm just so happy to have this opportunity at a second chance at life. Hope everyone is having their best journey ❤️ Together, we got this!
      · 2 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        Great work Anna! Keep it up 😁

      2. buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

    • Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×