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What does your nutritionist say? For me, Water, Protein and Vitamin intake is key.

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At my 2 week post op I was allowed to begin soft foods. Sick of the pre made shakes I have begun making my own which I drink in sips over the course of the day, while also eating about a quarter cup of lentil Soup and a bite of cheese here and there.

My surgeon told me that in a month or so I would probably take in about 600 to 700 calories a day. Currently I'm about 350 to 500 and while my energy levels are returning I'm not at 100% and get lightheaded when I get up from sitting or walking upstairs.

Is this common? Was there anything that you did to overcome that? Or is it just an adjustment that will take time?

Thanks in advance

HW 341 lbs

07/19/16 - 298 lbs

08/09/16 DOS - 286 lbs

CW 270 lbs

At a month out I was eating between 200 and 400 calories per day.. try and make all of them Protein and get in your liquids.. I know some people say they're eating a lot more but it's actually what my surgeon recommended and it worked for me

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