Portion size question, 3 months post op

[Clementine40 2]

Hi everyone,

I had my bypass surgery 3 months ago and I am just a bit worried about my portion size. I am currently living in UK and struggling to understand whether I am eating too much as I am the majority of the time still hungry and it is very challenging to control. I am just scared that if I continue like this, my appetite will keep increasing and based on what I have heard from other patients from different clinics who had the same operation, they do have smaller portions. One of my friend's relatives had the same surgery and he did say to me that his portion size is not more than 8g/3oz.

I have been advised by the dietitian to have 3 main meals up to 150 grams/5oz each, drink plenty of Water, healthy Snacks and focus on the Protein. The surgery was done abroad in a private clinic and this is what they suggested to do already on the 3rd week after the operation.

I do use kitchen scales to keep track of the portion size.

I would appreciate any advise.

Thanks!

[BlondePatriotInCDA 536]

I don want to contradict your surgeons office, but I will say what I do and what my pamphlet states they gave me: most (not all) state 3oz of Protein, approx 1/4 to 1/2 cup non starch veggies and 2 tablespoons of starchy veggies...or close to this give or take. It also depends on if you're male or female. On average at 3-6 months out 800 calories ( until I start maintenance that's all I get a day) - again depending on male or female.

I've included a picture out of my program book...again there are different programs out there. I hope this helps some...At 8 months out I eat no more than 800 calories a day based on the pictures you see.

Edited April 10, 2024 by BlondePatriotInCDA
Correct typo

[Clementine40 2]

Thank you!

[BlondePatriotInCDA 536]

1 hour ago, Clementine40 said:

Thank you!

I hope it helped...

[gracesmommy2 35]

I think ev1 is going to be different and I know that different surgery programs tell you different things. I personally wouldn’t be able to eat 5 ounces of most foods at once, but I do eat smaller portions (around 3 ounces ) 4-5 times a day, but I’m not as far out from surgery as you are. I think if you’re losing weight, eating a balanced healthy diet, and comfortable, you’re doing well. I think you just need to find what works for you.

oh! And make sure to drink your fluids. Dehydration can sometimes present as hunger but you really just need Fluid.