Nutrition Advice

Smiller100
on 9/16/07 3:51 am - Charlotte, NC

Ok guys, post number 2 for today....As I have said in 16 days I'll be heading to the highest, driest, harshest climate in the world....ANTARCTICA....And I was reading the book from the National Science Foundation and Raytheon and they recommend anyone working in sub 0 temps eat 5000 calories a day. WOW....Now I know this is not physically possible as a RNY patient. I spoke with my nutritionist and she said I should aim for 150 grams of protein and try to get about 2000 cals a day since it will be very physical labor I am doing and the temp.... My question to you guys is....How do I get to these results? The protein not a big deal because she said I can drink most of it which is fine but what about the calories???? Thanks for any input you can provide me.....

Dx E
on 9/16/07 9:33 am - Northern, MS

RNY on 07/03/03

Well, Protein: 1 gram = 4 calories Carbohydrates: 1 gram = 4 calories Fat: 1 gram = 9 calories So, 150 gms of protein, is at a minimum 600 calories. ……just need to sneak in another 1400. Something like a small "Wendy’s Chili" has 310 Cup of 2% milk – 120 5 crackers (saltines) is another 100 (approx.) So just in a Chili followed with milk, there’s 530. Do that 3 times a day, and you’re already over your limit. Not being glib, really. But just check some labels. I get in 2200 a day not attempting in any way to "pu****" In fact, I can get to 2000 even using really healthy choices. Upping mono-saturated fats is the way to go. A little canola oil, tuna in oil rather than drained in spring water, etc… (small can of tuna is 339 before you add the mayo!) The "trick" would be to eat things that don’t get you in the habit Of eating High-Cal-Low-Nutrition foods That would pack on some extra weight once you return from The bottom tip of the world And start living in more normal climate again. Read more labels….. And checkout- CalorieKing You’ll get there. If you are on the web from there…SEND Back Photos!! How cool would that be?!?!? Best Wishes- Dx

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ardbeg
on 9/16/07 11:13 am - AL

RNY on 01/23/11

First off, I doubt 2000 calories will be enough. It's very cold, your metabolism is going to go into overdrive. I've knew a soldier at an artic base who lost 25 pounds in a couple months, and he WAS eating the 4000 calorie a day rations. I think nuts could be a key way to add calories. You can keep them in your pocket, snack on them all the time when you have a free (ungloved) hand, and they are very dense. Lots of fat, and some protein and carbs as well. Peanuts, almonds, walnuts, pistachios (shelled), all good choices. Though I should warn that pistachios, for me at least, sometimes create a full sensation very rapidly. Those runners' energy bars pack a lot of calories into a dense package, you might take some of those with you. The other way to go is caloric liquids. For example, a coffee loaded with real whole cream would add lots of calories and pass right through so that you could put a meal on top of it. Obviously, these aren't exactly "diet" tips, but I think you need to be prepared for the possibility that you'll have to do some extreme things to eat enough.

cabin111
on 9/17/07 4:32 am

RNY on 10/09/06

Here is one I would bring with you, Rockin Roll Bar. I get it at The Vitamin Shoppe. Alot of peanuts and soy, milk, & whey protein isolates. Just an idea if you can find the bar. Also be careful to not get dehydrated!! You will be working hard and sweating bigtime. Be sure you are getting in your liquids. You could get dehydrated and not even know it. Brian

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