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I just transitioned to full foods and my nutritionist doesn't even want me tracking anything. I have an exchange diet where I'm supposed to get a specific number of servings of each food group. He said I will probably stay around 800 calories for mow and naturally get to around 1000. It is so weird how we are all different.

But don't worry about stretching your sleeve. It is healed and strong by 28 days out, according to my surgeon. You will be uncomfortable if you eat too much but you won't stretch it. It relaxes a bit on its own but that happens no matter what. Your esophageal valve is not strong enough to hold enough food to stretch your sleeve. You would vomit first.

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It finally clicked with me anot the Protein. I read thru my guidelines from nutritionist. It said that my body has at that will convert to glucose to feed my cells....I have carbs covered. But I need protein or else my body will take from my own muscles...

Protein is for nutrition, carbs are for variety and enjoyment. I'm shooting for 20-30g protein a meal and my 64oz water/liquids. My calories are staying at 900. scale finally moved today so it's working.

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Denn, my nutrionist told me not to drink less than 30 mins before I eat... Some drs say an hour before. That might help you when it comes to time to eat. Good luck!

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