How Much?

Hi Gang, I have some questions. I am sure I could find these questions if I searched through all the other posts but I have zero time for that and my computer is acting up... so Im sorry for the repeat questions: I am 5 months out and have lost 103 pounds. I currently weight 215 pounds. 1. How many carbs a day? 2. How many fats a day? 3. How many proteins a day? 4. How many calories a day? I am going to start using www.fitday.com on a daily basis and really start tracking everything I put in my mouth and want to know what to shoot for. Thanks guys! ~Annie

Hi Annie, It really depends on your surgeon's after care program. Fitday is a great tool! I just wish I could insert sugar. Then it would be perfect! Congrats on your weight loss! Keep up the good work Jennifer

My nutritionist didn't set an amount of calories, but did give me a sheet on meal planning. I would be more than happy to send it to you! It helped me and it makes planning meals easier. Melinda

I bought the cd rom of fit day...it was mailed to me...alot better than the free verison that they online...well worth the investment. 93 lbs down. Sandy in Tucson I will change my pic soon at 100 lbs down...ok

Anne, My question to you is who cares about carbs, fats, proteins or calories you have lost 103 pounds in 5 months that's great. I have only lost 76 pounds in 5 months. After my surgery I was told I needed 81 grams of Protein a day no more than 13 grams of fat per serving no more than 2 grams of sugar per serving she said not to count calories, or carbs hope that helps and CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR AMAZING WEIGHT LOSS> Kay

I just asked this very question to my dietician yesterday, go with what your's tells you, but this is what I was told: Don't worry about calories. Just stick to your protein level, 4-5 gm/fat per meal, and stay within 30-45 gm/carb per day. Your portion sizes should be about 3/4-1cup per meal and you should be eating about 3-4 meals a day. E* Well, I went back to her and said, "so do I push more food in to get to 3/4 - 1 c of food in, or just keep listening to my pouch." Her reply: ALWAYS!! LISTEN TO THE POUCH! If you over eat you'll stretch the pouch more than it should. Just count your lucky stars yours is still small! Hope this helps if even just a lil bit, but please follow your own Dr's instructions. Vickie