How much protein a day after surgery?

[cheri02 14]

Can anyone tell me how many grams of Protein a day is suggested for after surgery?

[Gingerish 113]

You'll want to talk to your NUT for their specific recommendations. But I believe average is 60-70g a day. You'll definitely need to work up to it if you just had surgery.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Definitely ask your NUT.

Mine is 100 grams. For my surgeon, all men and anyone over 50 BMI, our goal is 100 grams. I think the lower BMI women were given a goal of 80 grams but I wouldn't swear to it.

[cheri02 14]

Thank you, @ and @@Inner Surfer Girl for sharing what you know. I will be talking with my nut about it soon. Hoping to be ready for bypass in February. I appreciate your comments.

[gpmed 623]

My surgeon says 50-60 g for women.

[cheri02 14]

Thank you, @@gpmed!

[Niki15 198]

60 to 80 for women