3 month post-op visit and a pffffftt

I had my 3 month post-op visit today, official weigh-in had me down just over 113 lbs (my 3 month anniversary was actually late last week).  The nutritionist had good advice and validated that I'm on track with my diet (except for not enough veggies).  But, she actually is concerned that I'm losing too fast so she is adding protein drinks to my diet every day to slow down the weight loss.  I have mixed feelings about this because I've become addicted to results, but will not ignore the advice (begrudgingly). 

So as a general question to the board, what are your protein targets per day?  If you work out heavily, have you added to that target?

Thanks much....

Mac,

You're smoking with 113 pounds in three months!  Can't respond on protein target question but had enough protein drinks long time ago.  Rather get my protein at Spondivits in the form of a 1/2 pound shrimp and lobster bucket. 

113 lbs, in 3 months is kickin' some serious azz!! Great job.

As far as the protein, I had to up my intake when I hit the weights regularly again.  I drink 1 - 2 protein shakes a day. They are pre-mixed and contain 42 grams of protein each. I drink either 1 or 1/2 of a shake in the morning, 1/2 at lunch, 1/2 after workouts.  I also mix a fruit punch flavored whey protein bullet (26 g) in my water bottle to sip during workouts.  I personally think you have to increase the protein intake to 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 grams per pound of bodyweight when doing regular exercise, especially weight training.
(My nutritionist at Vandy agrees.)

Keep up the good work bro!

WOW!!  Great job!  I am only a month out but have lost 50#, so I think I would have the same reaction you're having, i.e., addicted to the results.  Yet, I'm sure your nut knows best.  Keep up the good work, though.
As for protein, my surgical group recommends 75-90 grams/day for men.  Not giving advice there, just passing along what I'm told.

Merlin

Thats a serious loss.  Those numbers can become benchmarks if your not careful. If working out is costing over 600 cals per visit you may want to put in over 80 g's of protein.  You may begin to replace fat with muscle and find the scales not as friendly anymore. Keep up the exercise/workout.  That wont let u down.
GOOD LUCK

During my 1st year post I lost 15# of muscle mass because I didn't get enough protien and simple carbs.  You need to ballance your protien and simple carbs with your workouts or you will be in the same boat.  You will lose the muscle that you use because your body can't rebuild it without the right building blocks.  Heed your NUT'S advice, get the protien and the veggies or you will be sorry as I was.  V8 juice is a great way to increase veggie intake.

I agree with you Blazade!