Has Anyone Tried Alcohol?

[Dacoop 84]

I was wondering if anyone have tried alcohol? I am almost 7 months out from surgery and have not had one drop of alcohol. I am wanting to have a drink Tuesday night since it is my last day at my current job of 15 years. I am moving on to bigger and better things. I am scared that I might get sick or how it will affect me. I know for sure I wont be having carbonnation OK can't spell. Haha. I tried a sparkling Water once and it made me instantly sick. So maybe a margratria. What have other people tried?

[MsDuran 62]

I drink wine regularly, no differences . I'm sure you will be fine just go slow because you won't have much food in your stomach to absorb any alcohol. I usually have a glass or two at the most and I'm at home so I haven't had to drive..! Cheers !!

[Cocoabean 430]

As I am in maintenance mode, I enjoy alcohol. Just beware as you haven't consumed in a while, your tolerance may be lower. We still absorb the same, so the surgery hasn't changed anything. Keep calories in mind when consuming.

Otherwise, enjoy!! :-)

[xsentrick 194]

I hardly ever drink, but I did when I was 2 weeks post-op. I had one glass of Jim Beam on ice. Sipped on it for 2 hours and still got a buzz.

[muelle 64]

I have seen many different recommendations from surgeons on here, so above all, check with your surgeon. I have seen some posts that say none for 6 months and some say none for a year. I waited almost a year, except for communion My tolerance was very low for awhile, but I have never been a big drinker. Stay away from carbonation and drink a glass of Water with every alcoholic drink you have. My favorite is a bloody mary. Good luck to you on your journey!

[marfar7 1,528]

I'm such a rule breaker. I drink about 2 beers a week. And when I go out to Mexican, I usually have a margarita. I didn't drink for a few months following my surgery, and when I did, I had a glass of wine. Didn't affect me any differently. I would check with your dr too. Enjoy!

Marci

[adorkbl 156]

I drink very rarely, always have. I have not changed my habits with alcohol because of the band. Every few months I have cocktails with girlfriends or the occasional glass of wine with hubby. No difference for me.

Congrats on the new job. Have your drink to celebrate!! Enjoy your life.

[Dacoop 84]

Hmmm bloody Mary or a Fraser sound good

[running_scared 125]

I have a few drinks a week. I can still have some carbonation, but it makes me more gassy than it used to.

[maria1985 0]

I was wondering if anyone have tried alcohol? I am almost 7 months out from surgery and have not had one drop of alcohol. I am wanting to have a drink Tuesday night since it is my last day at my current job of 15 years. I am moving on to bigger and better things. I am scared that I might get sick or how it will affect me. I know for sure I wont be having carbonnation OK can't spell. Haha. I tried a sparkling Water once and it made me instantly sick. So maybe a margratria. What have other people tried?

I got my band 2/26/12 and one month after for my B-day I had my first drink and I didn't get sick ???ƒ

[Lose100 178]

Banded 4/3/12. Had a Long Island Tea last night. The onlt difference is, I got tispy quicker. I didn't get sick. I had a good time.

[Krussell19 217]

You,can drink its just not recommended because its so many calories. Once in a while wont hurt... I drink a few times a month and it hasnt effected my weightloss in anyway.

[mommykristie 59]

I have had social drinks on occasion from about 2 months out. It has not affected me , but I always record it into my food diary because of the high calorie content. I had a margarita last night without the salt ....no problem!

[cmk99 39]

I will not be banded till August, however I am trying to make some changes now so its easier later! I love the skinny girl line, good and low on calories!

[HolliJ 24]

I've tried plenty of alcohol, lol. It's no problem.