Is any one else also struggling to meet their calorie intake? I am 6 weeks post OP and can't seem to even make it up too 500 calories daily. I have had quite a few complications (appendicitis and staph just to name 2). I have very little appetite if any at all and everthing seems to make me nauseous except for string cheese and strawberry protien shakes. I can also only consume about 6oz max at a time. Is any one else struggling or have any advice?

Is any one else also struggling to meet their calorie intake? I am 6 weeks post OP and can't seem to even make it up too 500 calories daily. I have had quite a few complications (appendicitis and staph just to name 2). I have very little appetite if any at all and everthing seems to make me nauseous except for string cheese and strawberry protien shakes. I can also only consume about 6oz max at a time. Is any one else struggling or have any advice?

Im having the same issue.Im able to make it to 500 calories but most of the food I eat makes me nauseous too. I hope some one answers.

My doc always told me only eat when hungry he has never stressed calories you are only supposed to be eating 4 oz at a time is what I've been told I'm 18 months out and can only do 6-8 oz depending on time of day and I do good to eat 800-1200 cal even now the nutritionist will argue with dr but I would rather listen to the man who performed the surgery

I am six weeks out and haven't hit over 500 calories once. I am constantly nauseated and frustrated.

from what I know anyone with complications, 500 cal is good especially if you are not working out! it is based on calories in and calories out so if you are not able to work out do not focus on what you are cosuming calorie wise so much. I have had complications as well cant work out my surgeon said focus on min 500 calories, Water intake to avoid dehydration and Protein shake to get protein in and try to advance on the days you feel up to it , but when your constantly naseoues.and feeling ill its hard so I empathize with you guys!

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from what I know anyone with complications' date=' 500 cal is good especially if you are not working out! it is based on calories in and calories out so if you are not able to work out do not focus on what you are cosuming calorie wise so much. I have had complications as well cant work out my surgeon said focus on min 500 calories, Water intake to avoid dehydration and Protein shake to get protein in and try to advance on the days you feel up to it , but when your constantly naseoues.and feeling ill its hard so I empathize with you guys!

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Cyn, I would disagree with this. 500 Cal won't allow you to meet your protein goals....and will keep your body in starvation. Passing out is bad. Please meet with your nut and see what you can do to supplement it. I use nuts and cheese when necessary.

Thank you guys for all of the replys! I really appreciate them.

Cyn' date=' I would disagree with this. 500 Cal won't allow you to meet your Protein goals....and will keep your body in starvation. Passing out is bad. Please meet with your nut and see what you can do to supplement it. I use nuts and cheese when necessary.[/quote']

this is the informamtion that I have received from my surgeon as someone who has complications, I'm sure everyone is different and every plan its different. I of course am a firm believer of listening to your body above all ! And always consult your medical team we are here for personal advice because sometimes that wisdom does help

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Im 2 weeks post op..400 calories and I do meet my protein intake. .if you are not lactose intolerant..couldn't you mix protein with non fat milk??? That should up your calories...

I started eating avocados for the good fat (trying to keep some fat for gallbladder) but its high in calories and I add banana to my protein shakes which increases the calories as well. My protein shake might take me 2 hrs to drink but its also 400 calories! And like 51g of protein.

I'm 4 days out and just realized I have an intolerance to lactose now... its making it so hard to get my protein in. I got some soy protein powder, but it is sooooo nasty when I add it to applesauce. I am trying soy milk right now and its sitting so far. Does anyone else have this intolerance and could offer tips to make it through the whole fluids stage with no dairy?

Someone recommended eas premixed shakes I tried them last week and it worked. I wasn't able to tolerate the whey protein. Eas is lactose free and a mixture of soy and whey. I drink soy and almond milk when I need it. Oh and Greek yogurt is great!

bariatric advantage.com has vials of protein that are 50g in maybe 2oz vials. You might try that to get protein in if that is the problem.