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I have Tri Care west and it was easy. Mostly if you're PCM is saying you need it and you are at leat 100lbs overweight they'll approve you! I do not have to do any weight loss prior to surgery either. Soooo it should be the same for you.
Best of luck to you!

Wow...loved this! You are completely right, thank you!
Thank you to everyone. This has certainly encouraged me! Love this app!

I don't believe I said anything about going along with breaking ones diet. I just think this person was not treated as they should have been for asking a question. If people aren't here for support and information, what are they here for? I find this very disappointing and I will not be back

I just went through a Bariatric class which taught us about exercise goals. Our goal should first be 150mins a week of exercise. It doesn't matter how you get it, you can do 5mins here and there or set an hour or 30mins per day. Up to you! After you achieve that then set a goal for 300mins a week. As long as you are getting or working towards those minutes then you are doing well. Hope this helps.

We had a trip to NYC one month out from surgery. My surgeon said "try it" and see it goes but always "try" at home first.
We did, and had a few drinks on our trip and was perfectly fine. We drink cocktails on a regular basis (socially) and have not issues. NO carbonation. Just remember; quality over quantity.

So I did check with my Nutritionist and she said coconut flour in moderation is just fine! Yay!!

Right; let's not judge. Let's remember we all have the right to an opinion. We all come here for good advice, a shoulder to lean or cry on, and to find strength for our decision to take this journey. Everyone commenting on this topic is right! Their opinion is right for the way the feel about said subject; it's all about tolerance and accepting there are many ways to walk a pathway and each one walks it differently
Congrats on your hubby's retirement, and you should listen to your head and heart about a social beverage. Trust in your own knowledge and intuition! Have a nice time at your social functions!! Best wishes and the best of health!!

I personally have decided to severely cut down my alcohol consumption because it causes me to eat. I drink a few drinks and then I don't care about what I eat. I drink too much and need grease the next day to get rid of my hangover. To me a couple of drinks isn't worth the calories.
That's just me.
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Wow there are some real judgey people. Use your own common sense. A drink now and then is fine if you want. That your thinking about it being a red flag is proposterous if you are talking about 1 or 2 social drinks. They have some alcohol hang ups to say that. Good luck!!

First of all asking a question for the future (not 2 weeks out) isn't a red flag. Second, my surgeon advised having one drink in a social setting is fine. Everyone is different, we all have different programs and backgrounds. So please don't judge. Thus should be safe place for encouragement and inquiries.

Actually, I don't think 2 days with no change on the scale really counts as a stall. For me, a stall has to be longer than a week.
That said, stalls are a normal, natural, and necessary part of the process of losing weight. If you plan to lose a substantial amount of weight, then you will experience stalls.
Almost everyone experiences their first stall about three weeks after surgery.
Just follow your program. Focus on getting in all of your Protein and fluids. Stay off the scale. And, Embrace the Stall!
http://BariatricPal.com/index.php?/topic/351046-Embrace-the-Stall

There are going to be a lot of these little stalls, and a lot of big ones too. Never has someone lost every single day until they hit goal weight, unfortunately. I'm in a stall as we speak... for a month now. It sucks and is frustrating, but I've still lost 110 pounds in 6 months. Do yourself a huge favor and focus on being healthy and taking good care of yourself, as well as healing. The weight loss will come naturally as a result.

First of all asking a question for the future (not 2 weeks out) isn't a red flag. Second, my surgeon advised having one drink in a social setting is fine. Everyone is different, we all have different programs and backgrounds. So please don't judge. Thus should be safe place for encouragement and inquiries.

My surgeon said to wait 3 months post op. Just no beer or carbonation. So it'll it have to skinny drinks

Stay calm! Stalls are a common occurance. Just remember to meet your Protein, Fluid and Vitamin daily requirements and walk around 30 minutes each day and then let the magic happen.

This can not be overstated. I was my second summer before I could drink beer. That's my only carbonation experience as I don't drink champagne or soda mixers, etc. But it really hurts if your sleeve doesn't yet have capacity for that much air and bubbles and liquid.
Congratulations on DH retirement! I hope you enjoy the celebrations.

I'll be heading to Vegas at 5 months out. How did you fare with eating there? I was thinking vodka/cran might be my go-to as well, and I don't plan on getting crazy.

I was 2-1/2 weeks post op and we went to Vegas. I had a drink a day while there and was fine. In fact I could have had more but didn't. I chose vodka cranberry. No carbonation and fairly healthy as drinks go. Good luck and remember moderation

So many responses here.
I had this conversation with my surgeon and he is okay with how I proceeded. I waited a couple-three months before testing the waters.

Yeah, I wasn't going to do anything this week but next month my husband retires from 22 years of service in the Air Force. So there will be a few social events hitting. I don't feel like I have to drink, never have but just didn't know if I did have one in the midst of celebrating if it was going to hurt me. I will keep everything you said in mind. Thank you!!

Don't forget: stay away from carbonation.

Yep normal. I'm now 5 weeks post op and finally getting my energy back during the day. Although in the evening I'm still feeling it. Mind you I did nearly a 4 mile walk today. Just be patient and let your body heal and you'll feel better in no time [emoji6]

If you use search for "alcohol", you will see you are going to get a myriad of answers. Many programs ask that you wait 6 months to a year; however, there are many people that imbibe much earlier. As you make that decision, here are a few things to keep in mind: 1) Alcohol is pure liquid calories. You need to track it and only use non-calorie mixers if you are going to drink. 2) Please know that MANY people struggle with alcohol addiction after WLS. It is very common so be very very cautious. 3) Do not eat when you drink. Don't let your drinking lower your resolve to stay on a plan. 4) Remember you are in a honeymoon phase and need to do everything you can to take advantage of that time. Does alcohol really fit in to that? 5) Remember that alcohol may hit you faster and could potentially make you sick. If you are going to drink, I would suggest trying at home first so you know how it will affect you.
Will having a drink this early out kill you - likely not. Just because you can, does it mean you should - likely not. You have to make the best decision for yourself knowing all the risk factors.
Also, let me say this - I am 8 1/2 months post-op. I have had 1/2 of a glass of sangria and 1/2 of a bloody mary during this time (1 around 7 months post-op and 1 about 8 months post-op). I am headed out on vacation to an all inclusive resort where in the past, I have enjoyed a few adult beverages. I talked to my NUT this week and she said I should try to restrict my drinks to 1 per day. That is not likely to happen and I told her that. I will be cautious. I will track it. I will exercise in hopes to keep the calories from stacking up too much, but I am going to try to enjoy my vacation and stay on plan in all the ways I can - Protein, Vitamins, Fluid, exercise and most importantly for me, I have to make sure that when I return I do not use it as an excuse to return to my old lifestyle. We have been given a gift in the form of WLS and I want my life to be different here on out. If alcohol turns out to be a stumbling block for me personally, then it is something I will have to stay away from.

I'm not allowed to drink it until I'm one year out

Yes, it is a healthy alternative. I use it to bread chicken or when you need a small amount of flour in a recipe.