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Is this too big of a meal?

I'm 2 1/2 months PO. I'm losing great (down 80lbs) , but as my diet progresses I'm struggling to feel confident in my diet. I would love to hear your guys' thoughts on my average meal size.

Typically it's around 2.5-4 oz of meat and then 1/4-1/2 cup of veggies. Sometimes I'll do 1/4 cup of veggies and 1/4 cup of fruit.

I stay under 700 calories a day, and hit around 60 carbs, and shoot for 50g protein. My carbs only come from my protein, fruit, and veggies. No bread or grains or processed foods.

I can eat this easily, though I definitely feel satisfied after. Does this average meal seem like to much at nearly 3 months. How's the calorie intake-too high??

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sounds on point to me. :1313_thumbsup_tone4:

It sounds like you've got this eating thing nailed. With that calorific level you will lose weight - period. You may want to think about adding some dairy, in terms of nutritional balance, the vitamin D and calcium it gives are important.

Sounds good. I'd maybe up the protein and cut back on the fruits and veggies if you can't fit it in. But I'm comparing to my Plan. My doctor wants our Protein to be 60 to 80 grams a day and fit in fibrous veggies first then low sugar fruit if we have room after eating our protein. This prevents later down the road problems like hair loss and stuff - common around 4 to 6 months post op. But like I said. Every program on here is different. I'm learning my doc is pretty strict compared to most on here. :) Sounds like your doing great though. Congrats on your progress and blessing to you for continued success.

I agree 50g protein sounds a smidge lower than most. 60-70g is more typical. If your doc specified 50 though, listen to your doc.

I love 60g of carbs.. it's the right amount for me as well. Don't be afraid of adding a couple hundred calories of healthy fats. Fats are a necessary building block for hormones. Nuts, seeds, and avacados have good ones. Add a smidge with your veggies to absorb the fat soluble vitamins.

Dairy is good, but you have to consume a ton of it to get the nutrition you need. Vitamin pills give more bang for your buck.

I am eight weeks out and on regular foods, and am limited to 6 oz. per meal. I am supposed to have 60-70 g of protein a day also.

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