Fat?
I never counted fat or carbs; with whatever caloric restrictions and protein minima that we have, both fat and carbs are at such very low levels that we really don't need to worry much about them. In maintenance, I only look to keep the fats above 60g for the sake of fat soluble vitamin absorbancy and carbs are whatever they are after looking after the more essential micronutrients.
1st support group/seminar - 8/03 (has it been that long?)
Wife's DS - 5/05 w Dr. Robert Rabkin VSG on 5/9/11 by Dr. John Rabkin
6'3" tall, male.
Highest weight was 475. RNY on 08/21/12. Current weight: 198.
M1 -24; M2 -21; M3 -19; M4 -21; M5 -13; M6 -21; M7 -10; M8 -16; M9 -10; M10 -8; M11 -6; M12 -5.
I have a calorie goal, and eat high protein. Everything else just falls into place. I don't eat low fat anything. Fat is more necessary than carbs, and will do a lot for your health.
6'3" tall, male.
Highest weight was 475. RNY on 08/21/12. Current weight: 198.
M1 -24; M2 -21; M3 -19; M4 -21; M5 -13; M6 -21; M7 -10; M8 -16; M9 -10; M10 -8; M11 -6; M12 -5.
I don't count grams of fat, per se. I am trying to stay under a certain number of calories and carbs every day, along with lots of protein, of course. So, staying under a calorie limit, makes me limit fat to a certain degree. I try to have healthy fats, and use olive oil for cooking (though I do use a little butter too - it tastes so good!). We've been making lots of guacamole lately, as I was pleasantly surprised at how relatively low in carbs and high in fiber avocados are. A dollop of guacamole, a little salsa and a little sour cream on my taco salad (minus the tortilla bowl) is delicious and I don't need dressing. Avocados are rich in good fats and taste yummy! I do use reduced fat cheeses a lot, but I am rethinking this. I think it would be healthier for me, overall, to use the full fat cheeses, but less of them. It's all a process!