Question:
How many calories should I be consuming?

I'm about 9 weeks out and not sure how many calories I should be consuming a day...also, I feel like I am able to eat a LOT more than I should be able to...is this normal?    — psadvocate (posted on March 29, 2007)

March 29, 2007
I think the protein grams are more important than the # of calories but I think it's between 700-1000 a day. Ask your nutritionist, you should slowly be able to eat more each day but certainly no more than 2-4 oz. at a meal.
   — Sheri A.

March 29, 2007
Ask your dietician as they can tell you the minimum of protein grams and calories that you should be consuming based on your current weight and the weight that you want to lose. When you say you are eating alot, how much is alot? Did you have the RNY or the lap band?
   — Kari_K

March 31, 2007
Michelle, I asked that very question early out after surgery and my surgeons office told me to not count calories. Because protein can have more calories than say vegetables, it can be confusing as to what to eat. You need to stick to protein grams, water and exercise this early out. That would be my advice, but if it goes against your surgeon, then you need to speak with them. Thanks. Patricia P.
   — Patricia P