Question on post-op diet

Lynn5707
on 3/31/11 9:56 am - IN
Hi,

At my last weight loss meeting, the nutritionist said that for about the first year we will eat 500 calories. That seems like such a small amount for such a long time. She also said maximum calories we will ever have is prob 1000-1200.

Does that sound right? Does the 500 slow down the metabolism at some point. Does the surgery help with all this?

Thanks!
Cricket2000
on 3/31/11 10:00 am - IN
my doc says 600 to 800 cal and I stick to 800 pretty close.  I did do the 500 calories during the first 10 days of clear liquids only.  It's doable. 
Jody ***
on 3/31/11 10:01 am - Brighton, MI
RNY on 10/21/08 with
What surgery are you having?

I think the norm, when you get to regular foods, is about 700-800 calories a day for close to the first year. Initially you'll be taking in less than that.  After that you will be able to eat normally (I can anyway) and I can consume a LOT of calories if I don't be careful. 

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Lynn5707
on 3/31/11 10:13 am - IN
I am having the sleeve if I get approved by insurance.
Price S.
on 3/31/11 11:25 am - Mills River, NC
Check out Miles and menus.  I think most folks by the time they are a couple of months out are 700 or so, 1000 after around a year.  The protein and exercise help the metabolism up.  You would have a hard time just getting your protein in at 500 a day.

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