Alcohol?

Alma Salazar
on 4/18/12 5:19 am - Dallas, TX

What did your surgeon tell you about alcohol? I got very limited information and have no clue. All I know is what I've read. Just wondering if you guys drink or how long it took you to do that in your journey. I used to drink wine in the evening and ocassional happy hours - which I miss..

Citizen Kim
on 4/18/12 5:22 am - Castle Rock, CO

RNY on 07/27/04

I drink wine on occasions and have had no problems with it, except I am a cheap date.

The only addiction I have ever had is to cigarettes and I am 10 years clean this year - so no cross addiction problems for me, but I think this is purely an individual thing.

I NEVER EVER drink and drive - not even a sip as there is no way I am capable of doing so safely!

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cajungirl
on 4/18/12 5:27 am

RNY on 02/21/05

I had my first drink at 9 months post-op; I am VERY limited to how much I can consume I feel it very quickly.

Cross-addictions are real......be very careful and aware of when/how often/how much you drink.

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Larry Wassmann
on 4/18/12 5:32 am - Lacey, WA

RNY on 05/09/12

You will get plastered real quick. Not worth the calories and possible cross addiction problems.

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Alma Salazar
on 4/18/12 5:48 am - Dallas, TX

Thanks Guys! my husband is a recovering alcoholic and has been clean for 5 years, so I do understand addiction and have to always be careful with him. I also understand the alcohol tolereance will be different and would never drink and drive.
I worry about sugar and carbonated beverages because that's one thing I don't ever want to try. I was thinking of maybe having a glass of red wine? and if that would be the best option when I do have a drink. I've also seen the crystal light mixes and wonder if those are the best options.

sumueulu
on 4/18/12 6:01 am

My drink of choice pre-op was red wine. Post-op, it doesnt sit as well:(
I can drink white wine with no issues, and also liquor...but its def not the same as pre-op.

Sarah

Scaura
on 4/18/12 5:51 am - Fort Collins, CO

My surgeon said it is unnecessary sugar and calories. I could have a very small amount of wine, but I don't like it anyway. Luckily I never developed a taste for alcohol so it won't be an issue for me to avoid it. I live in the Napa Valley of beer and hate the stuff.

Laura
HW: 311 SW:264 (size 24) CW: 174 (size 14) Surgeon's Goal: 176 My GW: 149
Weight Loss Month 1: 20 pounds! Weight Loss Month 2: 17 pounds!
Weight Loss Month 3: 12 pounds! Weight Loss Month 4: 10 pounds!
Weight Loss Month 5: 12 pounds! Weight Loss Month 6: 6 pounds!
Weight Loss Month 7: 6 pounds! Weight Loss Month 8:

25 pound to my goal!

Sue C
on 4/18/12 5:55 am - Fargo, ND

RNY on 08/23/05

I made the mistake of starting to drink. Beware.

~ Sue ~

257/162/150

RonSudol
on 4/18/12 6:22 am - NJ

u can in small doeses. but its just not worth it.. not worth wasting the space and calories

   ---------------(Starting Weight - 365) ------------ (Current Weight - 165) ------------

chatterpam
on 4/18/12 6:33 am - PA

RNY on 06/13/11

I had a drink at about 7 months... and it affected me like I had 10... doctor said a glass of wine is ok but I don't drink wine... so, like a good friend who also had GB surgery told me - be careful with that first one cuz it it might just kick your butt ;~)

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