Question:
How many grams of protein do I need per day post-op?

   — Deb R. (posted on September 10, 2002)

September 10, 2002
Protein grams needed varies depends on the individual, your nutritionist should give you a diet plan to follow. To answer your question, my beginning weight was 293, I'm 5'7 my protein goal is 74 grams per day. Good luck & God bless!
   — stacjean

September 11, 2002
My nutritionist has us start out at 45 mg./day right after surgery and work our way up to 60 mg./day once we are back to eating solids again, no matter what size or weight you are at the onset. Everyone's nutritionist or bariatric program may be different. Jaye Stiles
   — Jaye S.

September 11, 2002
My surgeon requires 55-70 grams per day. I've found 2 protein shakes (breakfast and lunch) gets me 60+ and then I can eat fish or chicken for dinner to top out at the high end of the requirements.
   — Kay S.