so, i am one week out. and my doc calls for a 2 week liquid diet of protein shakes, broth, sugar free jello and juice. I am having trouble taking in more than 400 calories a day. 2 of the premier protein shakes has 320 calories, and between 10 calorie broth and 5 calorie juice, i end up around 400 calories a day. that just seems like too little. my understanding is that if you dont eat enough calories, you body will reject losing weight because it thinks you are starving. i can drink a couple more protein shakes, but that would be way too much protein.

would appreciate your thoughts.

I was told that I should aim for 64 ounces liquid and 60 grams protein for the first two weeks. My surgeon and program was very clear in saying that most days we may not be able to make that but we should try. I'm in week 2 and still in a liquid stage. I think I broke 400 calories once and that was because I ate 1/4 cup of cream of chicken soup over the course of the day. Once I realized I shouldn't rely on that calorically I've hovered under 400 thanks to protein shakes. In the last 11 days since my LGS I've lost 15 lbs. I'm actually worried I'm losing weight too fast and can't wait to get to the pureed part of the diet.

Good luck! And always call your doctor/dietician/program if you have concerns ?

14 minutes ago, wannabelibrarian13 said:

I was told that I should aim for 64 ounces liquid and 60 grams Protein for the first two weeks. My surgeon and program was very clear in saying that most days we may not be able to make that but we should try. I'm in week 2 and still in a liquid stage. I think I broke 400 calories once and that was because I ate 1/4 cup of cream of chicken Soup over the course of the day. Once I realized I shouldn't rely on that calorically I've hovered under 400 thanks to Protein Shakes. In the last 11 days since my LGS I've lost 15 lbs. I'm actually worried I'm losing weight too fast and can't wait to get to the pureed part of the diet.

Good luck! And always call your doctor/dietician/program if you have concerns ?

Never worry about losing too much it will slow down before you know it and you will wish it was quick again

On 7/29/2020 at 6:58 PM, anniedebbie said:

Were you hungry? Or did that meal plan keep ur new baby stomach full

No, I wasn't hungry at all. I had my sleeve done 7 years ago. Just did the revision to modified DS this year. The liquid diet reset my stomach and I was surprised to feel full with such small portions.