Nutrients an stuff please help

[veesoulx3 3]

So I wanna know when I'm checking for calories an such what are the grams of sodium, sugar, carbohydrates, transfat, ect I should stay under .... Please help I'm a little confused and have been basically eating the same stuff every day ... I'm 7 weeks post op .

[DLCoggin 1,788]

The first place you always want to start is with the nutrition goals that you received from your doctor and/or nutritionist. Your question is difficult to answer because doctors vary considerably in their recommendations and patients vary considerably in their medical history and needs based on lab tests.

I would highly recommend using a food app if you are not already. My Fitness Pal and Spark People are often recommended by folks on the forum. After entering in height, age, gender, weight, goal weight, your weekly weight loss goal and other information, the app will calculate a daily calorie goal along with recommended nutrient levels for Protein, carbs, fats, sodium and any number of Vitamins. I have not used Spark People but have been using MFP for about two years. With MFP, you also have the option for modifying nutrient goals to match exactly what your doctor recommends.

Think of your log as a compass. Always pointing you in the direction you want to go. In my opinion, a food log is the single most important tool you can have. Pre-op, rapid weight loss, maintenance - it works exactly the same regardless of where you are at in your journey. It's quick. It's easy. It allows you to manage your weight instead of your weight managing you. It gives you confidence. You'll never again say "I THINK I did well this week" - you'll KNOW you did well.

You're gonna love the new you!