From looking through this forum people talk a lot about exactly how much protein they have a day. Protein amounts was never discussed with me

im trying to lose the weight i have put bk on so any hints and tips would be great....do i opt fornprotein shakes???

I had to email my bariatrician yesterday because of some leg swelling that ive had...during our back and forth, she asked about my Protein intake. Up til now I was told 60grams a day by my nutrtionist...but according to the doc, she says 60-80.

Turns out that, tho it doesnt happen often, not enough protein can cause swelling in your legs. Since my last band fill, my protein has been onloy about 30, because of such small portions...so it make sense.

I would say as a starting point, try to get 60, then at your next visit with doc (or if u can call or email them) confirm with what they say.

good luck

mine told me 70+ per day

i do drink a protein shake every morning because it tastes good and because i like knowing..i have some protein in me...i know that protein helps me feel full and keeps me full between meals...each dr and patient is different so its best to refer to your dr...

My dr's formula for recommended daily protein is: .3 X your current weight so if you now weigh for example 250 X .3 = 75 gms protein daily.

My dr recommends 60 grams a day but Told me not to tax my brain tracking iit and just eat 3 oz of meat, fish, Beans or other high protien food every day and I would be fine.

Of course check with yours on everything you learn outside of his rules.

Mine also says at least 60g of Protein a day.

I would ask your doctor specifically how much you should be eating, just to be safe. Or even better yet, meet with a nutritionist and see what they recommend for you.

Best wishes.

I try to reach for 100 grams a day. I have a shake in the morning and at night which accounts for about 70 grams there. I do a lot of heavy lifting at the gym so I need the extra protein.

I only eat 3 half cup meals and usually get around 60 sometimes more.