Weird Question about Absorption

I was thinking about it the other day and was wondering what percent of the calories that I take in do I actually absorb?  Does anybody have any insight on this? Thanks! Renee

Generally speaking - initially after surgery about 50%.  The body does adjust some, over time and you could start to absorb slightly more than that, depending on your body, the food eaten, etc.... 

Renee, carbs are 100% absorbed, there isn't any malabsorbition when it comes to that but when it comes to fats and proteins it is differant for DS is differant then the RNY I malabsorb 80% of fats and about 50% protein.  That's why the docs want you to go as carb free as you can to work your tool to the fullist.  I hope that helped some. Marylin 314/180/150