So what chart should I use?

I've been going to fitday.com, to help figure out if I'm getting enough protein during the day. My question is, how many calories should I be getting, or should I wait until I'm on regular food? I've seen different amounts in different places so I've just been concentrating on getting my protein and water. Anything else I should be doing? Terry 247/222/160

During one of my post-op visits, I asked Jennifer at Barix that same question: "What about calories?" She just wanted me to focus on protein and water intake and 'manage' my regular meals. She really didn't seem to want to give me a 'goal' or 'range' to follow. So far, without 'counting' calories I'm down 75 pounds. Now, I'm sure that eventually I'll be counting everything, but right now, just follow their program... it works!

Thanks, Mike, that was kind of the message I got from Jennifer, also. I guess as long as I'm getting the protein, that's the important thing. Terry 247/222/160

From what I was advised, you should get about 600-800 calories in the early stages.

Thanks, Dawn, at least that's a number I can keep in the back of my mind. Terry 247/222/160

I'm trying to keep my calories down but not really watching them either haha I know that didnt help either... My surgeon says PROTIEN!!! so thats what I am worrying about for now.... Although in the back of my mind I know I am under 700 calories a day... Debby

Thanks, Debby. I'm sure I'm probably worrying too much and as long as I concentrate on the protein I'll be fine. Terry 247/222/160