Question:
I'm ten months out and wondering how many calories should I consume?

Right now I'm only consuming about 900 calories, and I find myself not losing weight.    — glennk (posted on March 18, 2007)

March 18, 2007
I'd say speak with the nutritionists at your surgeon's office.
   — the7thdean

March 18, 2007
Hi... How much of that 900 calories is protein? What type of foods are making up that 900 calories? Are you getting in the proper amount of water? Are you exercising? Are you taking all of your vitamins? If you have answered these questions with healthy answers, then I would consult my dietician, they are the experts, tap into that expertise.
   — Kari_K

March 18, 2007
Hi Kar-Re, glad to see your question. That was a struggle for me when I first had surgery. It is hard to balance what to eat and in our heads we always have the calorie thing going on. My advice from my surgeon was to not count calories, but concentrate on water, protein and exercise. I did just that, and was glad to not have the calorie burden. I would say to you that it depends on what calories you are eating. For example, if you are drinking milk, yogurt and cottage cheese, meats, etc for protein, you might be close to your limit. If you are straying from protein intake and enjoying other foods, you could be causing your body to not lose weight. What is your exercise like? If you dont' exercise, your pouch will only take you so far, then that is it. You are getting to the end of your honeymoon period, use that tool for all it is worth. If you choose to not exercise and build up a program for yourself Kar-Re, respectfully, you will begin to gain weight after a time. Diet is not enough, you must tone the body and teach it to use the muscle that you have. Don't be discouraged. Weight loss is a tough thing, but find where you are in need, calorie reduction, or avoid calories all together and go back to basics, protein, water and exercise. be sure you are away from soda and other harmful products that confuse the body right now. Protect your pouch, it needs your protection to be of the best use for you. I wish you well. Patricia P
   — Patricia P