How Many Calories...How Much Protein???
Hi dreamgirl119, great to have you. I am not a dietician or nutritionist but share my personal experience to try and help out.
Here is what was given to me for being 1+ year out:
1000 calories a day
60-80 grams of protein (some post ops have higher amounts, some do not)
80 -100 carbs (max 100) - THIS Will differ with everyone, but because I exercised heavily I had to be on a higher complex carbohydrate count per day
Limited Fat intake
Minimum of 64oz of liquids a day
2 protein shakes (No sugar added - carnation instant breakfast, slimfast low carb, or other protein shakes with no sugar)
(Note: being 2+ years out, my caloric needs have changed and have increased to settle at about 1400-1700 per day)
Now this was my personal plan that was given to me by my surgeon and dietician. I know everyone is different so I definitely suggest running this by your surgeon's staff to make sure you are getting exactly what you need.
I hope this helps. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!
~Shannon