*** IMPORTANT QUESTION ***

Hey everyone!

One thing I've noticed from reading many posts on these message boards is the variation between different programs and their rules.  It seems like every doctor/nutritionist has their own unique set of guidelines!  But of course, there are similarities, and that's what I'm trying to discern.

Specifically, I'm interested in post-op diet tracking.  What are your instructions as far as protein intake, fluid amounts, other nutrients to track, etc.?

Here's why I'm asking: I'm working on creating a special food journal for bariatric patients that they can use to track their diets.  I made one for myself, and it has been very beneficial, but I want to help others with this tool.  And in order for this tracker to work for everyone, I need to come up with a general idea of post-op requirements.

So, please take a moment and answer these questions.  I'm just looking for a brief summary of what your doctor & nutritionist have advised.  Any help is greatly appreciated!!!

(1) How much protein should you consume per day?
(2) How many fluid ounces should you consume per day?
(3) What other factors are you supposed to track?  (Such as calories, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, etc.)
(4) Of those other factors, what amounts should you be consuming per day?
(5) What are your exercise guidelines?
(6) What vitamins & supplements should you be taking?
(7) Are there any other things you have been advised to track?
(8) What would you like to see in a diet tracker?

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

(1) How much protein should you consume per day?  At least 60 g, but I shoot for much higher than that.

(2) How many fluid ounces should you consume per day? 64 fl oz

(3) What other factors are you supposed to track?  (Such as calories, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, etc.)  n/a

(4) Of those other factors, what amounts should you be consuming per day?  n/a

(5) What are your exercise guidelines?  no restrictions

(6) What vitamins & supplements should you be taking?  multivitamin 1x day, calcium carbonate + D 3x day (specific to band...non band surgery patients should take calcium citrate

(7) Are there any other things you have been advised to track? no

(8) What would you like to see in a diet tracker?  I'd like to see advice on calories, carb/protein/fat ratio, etc.  I'm not sure, but according to some of the info I've read, obese people can lose weight at a faster pace than others.  Is this true?  See this post:   http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/nutrition/4552277/calories /

(1) How much protein should you consume per day? 60 gr minimum

(2) How many fluid ounces should you consume per day? 64
(3) What other factors are you supposed to track? (Such as calories, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, etc.)
(4) Of those other factors, what amounts should you be consuming per day?
(5) What are your exercise guidelines? 30 min day
(6) What vitamins & supplements should you be taking? None required, depending on labs
(7) Are there any other things you have been advised to track? None
(8) What would you like to see in a diet tracker? Easy to use, iPad, iPhone friendly.

(1) How much protein should you consume per day? 60 -80 gr minimum

(2) How many fluid ounces should you consume per day? 64 oz
(3) What other factors are you supposed to track? (Such as calories, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, etc.) track carbs
(4) Of those other factors, what amounts should you be consuming per day? less than 100g carbs/day
(5) What are your exercise guidelines? 30 min day at least 5 days a week
(6) What vitamins & supplements should you be taking? 1 multi-vitamin a day, calcium supplement
(7) Are there any other things you have been advised to track? None
(8) What would you like to see in a diet tracker? Android friendly, can use on my phone- also something that tracks my weight and I can see by pounds what I am losing- rather than just the trend- I guess I mean I want it to be really detailed down to the lb, not just the line going down every 5-10 lbs- it would be more motivating that the one that myfitnesspal does...

  (1) How much protein should you consume per day? 60 -80 gr minimum- I would like to track for near 100 though

(2) How many fluid ounces should you consume per day? 64 oz
(3) What other factors are you supposed to track? (Such as calories, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, etc.) track carbs and fat
(4) Of those other factors, what amounts should you be consuming per day? less than 100g carbs/day, fat???
(5) What are your exercise guidelines? 30 min day at least 5 days a week
(6) What vitamins & supplements should you be taking? DSers take a lot- do you want a whole list? I'll get you one if you want...
(7) Are there any other things you have been advised to track? None
(8) What would you like to see in a diet tracker? I need it to be easy!