Alcohol

I am two weeks post op..  I had my band removed, then I was sleeved.  I was wondering how soon can I consume alcohol.  I am was invited to dinner and we usually have wine along with dinner.  I do not think the effects of anesthesia would still be in my system.  I am now on the puree part of my diet.  I am mindful of the calories and the carbs in beer.  Any suggestions?

Santos in Bronx, NY 

I'm sure you're going to get all sorts of replies, but my surgeon's office said it was ok once I got to the semi-solids stage at 3 weeks.

 There is *no* way I would have alcohol two weeks out. If you think it's a possibility, ask your doc or RD.

Having said that, the thing I have noticed about alcohol (for me) is that when I do have a drink, my weight loss STOPS for days. Consistently. So be careful.

~Colleen

Thanks you:)

Did your surgeon/nutritionist give you any guidelines?  My nut recommends waiting at least 2 months.  If you are having any trouble getting 64 oz of fluid in per day, I'd hold off as alcohol is dehydrating.  Good luck!

I was told to avoid alcohol and coffee and I beleive its because it can dehydrate you..

Thanks,

Santos

 Way too soon to be drinking.

Thanks:)

I personally waited 6 months before having wine.  I have never been much for alchohol...at about 8 months I had my first hard liquor...and it hit me quite hard and fast.

Stay away from beer - not just because of calories/sugar/etc - but the carbonation is a big no-no especially with you being only a few weeks out from surgery.

Thanks:)