Confused about meals

[KimMarh 99]

I am 8 weeks post op, I have lost 35 lbs but only 5 in the last 4 weeks. So I email my nutritionist and she tells me to have either a Protein Shake or Greek yogurt for Breakfast not both.. and to limit my Snacks till only when I am hungry.

My question is how am I supposed to get 60-80 grams of Protein in if I only eat 3 meals a day and no Protein shakes. And I will be lucky to get 600 calories.

[Threetimesacharm 1,400]

Your weight loss will flucuate. You lost alot right away so don't panic. I do have 5-6 small meals a day. If I have a Protein Shake I don't have yogurt too, that would be way too much food all at once. Split up your foods to have your 6 small meals and don't worry the weight will come off.

[apricot1119 105]

This is a common concern. The best answer is planning your meals for the day. If you find you are too low on Protein, plan in a Protein Shake. Schedule yourself. You will find you can get more in the further out from surgery you are. Right now it is about teaching yourself how to eat.

[KimMarh 99]

I do plan my meals but I can only eat so much at a time, she wants three meals and a Protein Shake would be Meal Replacement. I was having my shake at 6 and yogurt at 9...

[apricot1119 105]

Sounds about right for where you are. Really. Don't stress. Enjoy not being hungry with your tiny meals.

[KimMarh 99]

So should I try to eat larger means?? I usually 1/2 cup of meat and veggies..

[KimMarh 99]

Decaf coffee seems to have broken my 10 day stall. I have had three cups and each time was practically running to the bathroom.