Hi all.

How many calories should I be having 5 weeks post op. I thought I heard the doc say he would love to have me at 1000, is that correct? Did I hear him wrong? At first when I went last week I was shocked because I could barely eat 500 but since last week my appetite has picked up. Doctor said to try to eat every 2 hours maybe so I can get the protein/ calories and nutrition I need. I ate 1000 calories for the first time today and tried to eat every 2 hours. Is this too much? I am trying to eat every two hours because I've stopped losing weight and wasn't getting enough Protein. Will the addition of protein and calories help me lose weight now that my appetite has picked back up?

By 5 weeks I was only at around 400 I am 9 months out and only now hitting 1000 slow and steady wins this race

I was trying to get about 800 ASAP. I don't think I was able to get over 1000 until I was fully recovered and back on solids.

My nutritionist also said to shoot for 1,000 but more importantly, get at least 75g of protein.