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22g of carbs in a day is already low-carbing it to the max, I can't imagine any benefit of say 10g or 15g compared to 22g. At any of these numbers, she's in ketosis, and she's not diabetic.

Give me a break Pat - I was talking in general not one day of what she showed us. Use some common sense when you read my emails. I know what low carb looks like.  She doesn't need added fats and way more calories.  She had VSG not RNY or DS where all your calories are NOT absorbed.  She absorbs everything she eats and at less than 2 months out 6-700 calories is more than enough.

Oh wait.  I'm sure there's a scientific study.

If not, view this.  It's rather appropriate.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rH2_ueCeVv4&feature=player_em bedded

So I should apply common sense when reading your advice, but you shouldn't when reading what someone eats in a typical day before doling out the advice of trying to "low-carb it" to someone averaging under 25g of carbs a day? Makes sense.

Also, here's a link to the Harvard School of Public Health on the health benefits of mono- and poly-unsaturated fats and how there is no need to limit them in your diet:

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/omega-3-fats/index.html

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/what-should-you-eat/fats-full-story/index.html

How about adding a bit of veggies, perhaps dipped in some hummus.  While you need to concentrate on protein, you do need some vegetables.

I think you're doing great! If anything, I'd say just add more fat and protein.

With the small amount you're eating, the mercury in the tuna isn't really an issue. Neither is the sodium. I bet if you totalled up the sodium, you's be below the recommended 2400mg/day by Health Canada which is already unnecessarily low.

My main concern is that you get healthy fats in your diet. I'd swap out your light mayo for full fat olive oil mayonnaise that would give you some omega fats. Trying other kinds of fish like canned salmon or baked fish or scallops done in oilive oil would also give you some good fat. Remember that fat is your friend, it's good for your heart and brain and keeps you full, so long as you avoid saturated and trans fats, you can have as much unsaturated fat as you want.

Hi Melissa

Tricky, eh!  Looks good, but not working?  There are a lot of good suggestions here, so I'll just echo a few that were important for my own results.

Watch the "processed" meats for protein.  I still use shakes, and rely on cold boiled shrimp, grilled scallops, baked salmon, real chicken breasts, eggs, and beans / lentils / peas. 

At THIS stage I wouldn't worry unduely about eating a "balanced" diet with all the fruits/veggies etc which are the ideal.  The nutrition for this will come from the vitamin supplements.  For now, while eating is still hard and choices limited, focus on the liquids, the protein, and a healthy way to satisfy your "crunchy" cravings.  I use unsalted dry roasted soynuts (good protein + fibre), power bars, and still go to SF jello if I really need VOLUME.  I've been known to have 3 in a row, LOL.

As I said I still use shakes (40g of protein each and every day), and if my protein is low I add unflavoured protein powder to my coffee to give it a boost. 

Get as close to the 90 g per day as you can, and try to keep your carbs low (as you are doing).  I lost in "waves" too.  Track your measurements.  In my case they would move, and a week later the scales would change.  Strange, but true.  IT WILL HAPPEN.  It has to - you're not eating enough for it not to.  This is a marathon, not a sprint.  Set a goal for 6 months out, and plan to it.  You'll be surprised and pleased how it will come about.

Claire

I am sorry I cannot offer any advice. I hope you figure it out :)

On a side note, what are the turkey muffins you eat at lunch??

 I will second the turkey muffins thing...

Just looked at it and that is VERY little food.  And the Carbs are even below what Atkins recommended for induction on his diet.  I second the add some vegetables and good fats.  The dietician in guelph told me to eat the whole egg not just whites because we need fat in our diet.  It is brain food literally or at least they said it was when I took Nutrition at University.  13 g of fat daily does not seem like enough to sustain healthy brain function.  Just my opinion.  

Try Monicas 1 egg + white idea..I bet it's lovely.

I am so confused when people are suggesting low carb.  I slotted in my goals on my fitness pal to be the 40% protein, 30% fat, and 30% carbs that the dietician at TWH told me to.....and I don't come close to that 30% carbs...not even halfway most days.  I don't eat fruit, veggies, bread, pasta, potatos, rice, crackers, etc. at this time.  

Where can I make the changes carb wise?