Calorie intake?

[rosieuk 58]

I'm 6 weeks post op and interested to know average calorie intake for all stages really. I average around 700 cals of 'normal food' now. Is that average, high or low?

I know some people only count Protein. I do both.

Interested to hear any experiences

[joatsaint 2,814]

My doc wanted me eating no more than 800 calories in total. I tried to stick to 75% Protein and 25% carbs. I ate that amount for about 6 months. Then slowly increased my intake as Frankensleeve healed and could tolerate new foods. So I think you're about normal in the number of calories you're eating.

[jhclikesshopping@gmail.com 285]

I target 70-80 grams of Protein and also keep calories to less than 800. I am usually around 600 with food and then 1 Protein shake for 150 (Pure Protein banana flavored is my favorite)

[LisaLouBop 181]

I'm 6 months out and I use My Fitness Pal to track everyday. I can give you my goals; Remember these are MY PERSONAL goals, sometimes I'm over, sometimes I'm under, so they are just what I try to shoot for.. (I'm trying to break a stall)

Calories 800 kcal

Protein 100 gr

Fat 27 gr

Carbs 40 gr

Sugars 38 gr

I find it very hard to stay within 40 gr of carbs, so I go over that a whole lot with vegetables and fruit.

But I do my best most days.

Hope this helps.

[BizzyB 119]

Thanks for asking this question! I am four weeks out and feel like I am super low... like I think I am probably lucky to get 500 calories a day. :/

[zonetracy 53]

I'm 3 weeks out and getting about 500-600 calories a day. I saw my surgeon today and asked her what I should be getting. She said 800-1200 per day once I'm able to eat more.

[rosieuk 58]

Thanks for asking this question! I am four weeks out and feel like I am super low... like I think I am probably lucky to get 500 calories a day. :/

There are days when all I can do is 500 BizzyB. And other days more. But that seems to be the way of it. Hopefully yours will improve soon :-)

[Soapandcandlequeen 124]

I am 4 weeks out and I get on average 800 to 1000 calories a day. I shoot for over 70 grams of Protein a day. I watch the carbs and sugar. The amount I get varies. As long as I am getting in more protein and still losing I am not worrying too much. My surgeon actually recommends at this stage under 800 calories. I basically eat when I am hungry, making sure I am well hydrated. I track everything in my fitness pal. I figure this process is not a sprint but more of an endurance run. Meaning I have to live the rest of my life on a plan that works for me that allows me to get to goal. Of eating more carbs some days helps me not be tempted by sugar or other treats I would have eaten in the past then I am cool with it. I was 277 day of surgery and am 256 now a few days before my 4 week mark

[mtraverse 326]

I am at 6 weeks in Tuesday and I have been around 600-650calories per day too. I aim for 80grams of Protein per day. My NUT did tell me that 600-800 is where I should be right now!

[rosieuk 58]

I am at 6 weeks in Tuesday and I have been around 600-650calories per day too. I aim for 80grams of Protein per day. My NUT did tell me that 600-800 is where I should be right now!

Good to know we're at the right level!80g protein is hard though!

[mtraverse 326]

Some days it is a challenge but I do find the Premier Protein shakes really help me reach the goal!

[lfry925 38]

I'm 3 months out and still only getting about 700 a day. Doc says to follow Protein and carbs, not calories. Well, my doc says that. Check with yours. I'm down 55 pounds in 12 weeks so he must know something

[katcycler 95]

My surgeon never said any calorie intake. He said 70g Protein and less than 30g carbs and that's it. Stay within that and you will be healthy and lose. I have lost 125 lbs in 7 months post op and feel great! I track everything I eat on my fitness pal and when I was 6 weeks post op, I was averaging between 300- 500 calories a day. I have always felt full. Now my average day is about 750- 850 per day. My protein is still around 70g and my carbs around 45g. I have 15 lbs to my goal and am still losing about 3-5 lbs a month and have never had a stall. Maybe I'm one of the lucky ones or maybe my surgeon is on to something. Anyway, it's working for me.

Edited July 4, 2015 by katcycler

[lfry925 38]

My surgeon never said any calorie intake. He said 70g Protein and less than 30g carbs and that's it. Stay within that and you will be healthy and lose. I have lost 125 lbs in 7 months post op and feel great! I track everything I eat on my fitness pal and when I was 6 weeks post op, I was averaging between 300- 500 calories a day. I have always felt full. Now my average day is about 750- 850 per day. My protein is still around 70g and my carbs around 45g. I have 15 lbs to my goal and am still losing about 3-5 lbs a month and have never had a stall. Maybe I'm one of the lucky ones or maybe my surgeon is on to something. Anyway, it's working for me.

congratulations! Amazing results. I'm proud of you

[hockeyfan7 249]

I'm in my 6th week out. I track everything on MFP - even lettuce. I can be anywhere from 750 to 1000 calories a day depending on what type of meat I'm eating. I try to hit between 80 to 100 grams of Protein a day and stay below 40 grams of carbs.

But the carbs are coming from fruit and veggies so I'm not as worried about them.