Question on food intake

Thank you for responding Barb.

My surgeon told me 800 to 1000 calories per day was a good amount for me at my 6 month check up, but to be honest, I feel like I'm eating all the time to get that much in.  I'm going to get my protein and vitamins in and make sure I don't go OVER on calories, but I'm going to relax a little about eating that 1100 per day.

I am 5 months out and I don't count calories. I do protein first at all meals  and I eat about 5 times a day. I just make sure I get in all my supplements and protein ...there are of course days ...like today were nothing wants to go down and nothing looks or tastes good. But it will pass!!

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JOY

Thank you Joy.  I always get my protein and vitamins in also.  I'm not going to worry about getting a certain number of calories in as everyone's suggested.  I'm going to go back to the way I ate before, meals and snacks without trying to meet a calorie goal.

Good idea!! I use FitDay.com just to keep track of my protein and a few other things that is offered on that program.

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JOY

Janeene,
I would agree with what most have said.  I have been told by my NUT not to focus on calories.  Protein is the most important and I wonder if your getting enough protein.  I cant remember if you said between 50 and 80 but I would shoot for 80.  Also, if you are exercising you should make adjustments to your protein intake as well. 
I have found if I am not getting enough protein in that my weight stalls. 

Lola

Thank you Lola.  I always get at least 50 grams in but I think you're probably right and I really need to aim a bit higher, especially since I've started running and biking. 

I so appreicate everyone's input.