Question:
a little this, a little that? what exactly to do?

i am so confused can anyone just tell me how much fat, sugar, carbs, protein am i suppose to have? please help? Also is it normal to throw up everything you eat and feel fine after?    — Amanda G. (posted on March 31, 2002)

March 31, 2002
From what I hear, it is normal to feel instantly better after vomiting. As for carbs, fats, sugars and proteins, I've heard different stories. For proteins, it ranges from 50-100 grams a day, depending on how far along you are. For fats, try to keep under 30 in a day, and I try to limit to no more than 10 per meal or less. For sugars, it depends on what kind it is-you can tolerate a higher amount if its source is fruit (fructose). For real sugar, I try to keep under 8 per meal. For carbs, the lower the better, but I must admit that this is not my strong suit. Someone else may have an idea.
   — Cindy R.

March 31, 2002
All sugars are carbohydrates, no matter where they come from. However, not all carbs are sugar. It's really important to understand that we do need some carbs in our diet, mostly veggies and some fruit for post-ops. Usually when people talk about avoiding carbs, they are talking more about simple carbs like refined sugar and starches than all carbohydrates. Veggies and fruits can also be very helpful in keeping you 'regular'.
   — garw

March 31, 2002
It is NEVER normal to throw up "everything", even though most of us have had it happen. I am 10 weeks post op open RNY and if I eat too fast, too much, or the wrong things (eggs, for instance) I will throw up! Yes, I do feel better almost immediately. If keeping down ANY foods becomes a problem for you contact your surgeons office asap! You must not wait on this as you may have a stricture and it can cause dehydration in a short period of time. Its easily and painlessly fixable! Good luck, Donna
   — donnalawbabe