Hey Everyone! Questions here! I just turned 21 last August and I've been on a pretty strict plan on making better choices with what Alcohol I consume but I was wondering if there are any low calorie drink recipes you have? Or have you completely stopped intake of Alcohol all together? My sugery is in a few weeks and I'm willing to make any changes to be successful. I know nothing carbonated, of course but I know you could drink the calories away if I wasn't paying attention. What is everyones opinion? Thanks guys!

I have also heard that it is wise not to drink for the first year after banding because most of us are food addicts and there is a chance we can transfer our food addiction to alcohol addiction. But dear God I love wine.

But dear God I love wine.

Me too! And the reality is, when I have it I don't want one glass; I want two......at least

At the end of the day, no matter WHAT is posted on this site, it's best to follow your doctor's instructions. Between all the doctors, there are so many varying protocols. Your doctor is who you paid and put your trust in. He/she is the one to guide you. If you want to drink on a regular basis, do it. If you find that you're not losing weight the way you'd like, stop drinking regularly & see what happens.

My doctor doesn't have an issue with a little bit of wine....or scotch...or, or, or.... As long as it's counted, and doesn't lead to loose eating. In my own experience, drinking while dieting slows the process. And I've had many a doctor resonate that same thing.

Though Dr. Simpson may be a pioneer, SO much of what he promotes goes against what many bariatric doctors tell their patients. I've seen all of his videos, and at one point thought "oh, well then my doctor is just being too cautious, and I can do this, that or the other thing". Then I came to my senses and decided to stick with the man I paid thousands of dollars to, for HIS expertise. Some of this stuff can be very confusing, especially for people who want to hear what they want to hear. IMHO - of course

Thanks! I love hearing what everyone has to say! I have an appt with my Doctor this thursday and I will be sure to go over all these questions with him as well! Thanks for the tips!!

I have also heard that it is wise not to drink for the first year after banding because most of us are food addicts and there is a chance we can transfer our food addiction to alcohol addiction. But dear God I love wine.

Same! The Wine is my weakness! All in time I suppose! Thanks!!!!

Agree with the moderation advice. In addition to skinny girl drinks - tequila is also a lower calorie spirit. My nutritionist said to go incredibly slow - that a drink after banding may "hit" you a lot harder than before.

Agree with the moderation advice. In addition to skinny girl drinks - tequila is also a lower calorie spirit. My nutritionist said to go incredibly slow - that a drink after banding may "hit" you a lot harder than before.

I didn't even think about that! Thanks!!

Boy - I wish that was the case on Memorial Day! NO issues whatsoever. Drank like I did pre-band, and didn't have any problems.....until I woke up the next morning LOL!

I've read that a single glass of wine nightly can be greatly beneficial. Anything more than that, while enjoyable at the time, makes me super tight and miserable for the next few days. Whenever I drink quite a bit I make sure to liberally take liquid ibuprofen the next day to help with the tightness that comes from the dehydrating effect that alcohol has on my body.

I've read that a single glass of wine nightly can be greatly beneficial. Anything more than that, while enjoyable at the time, makes me super tight and miserable for the next few days. Whenever I drink quite a bit I make sure to liberally take liquid ibuprofen the next day to help with the tightness that comes from the dehydrating effect that alcohol has on my body.

Awesome, the tips are greatly appreciated! Thanks!

I've read that a single glass of wine nightly can be greatly beneficial. Anything more than that, while enjoyable at the time, makes me super tight and miserable for the next few days. Whenever I drink quite a bit I make sure to liberally take liquid ibuprofen the next day to help with the tightness that comes from the dehydrating effect that alcohol has on my body.

Surprised you take ibuprofen as it is an NSAID....

Surprised you take ibuprofen as it is an NSAID....

NSAID's are fine as long as they are liquid.

hmm..never heard that. I'll have to ask my Doc. You know how they are all different.

NSAID's are fine as long as they are liquid.

Hmmm.......that's not what I was told. But I'm going to check again with my doctor, because I miss my ibuprofen more than just about anything else. Sad, but true.

Hmmm.......that's not what I was told. But I'm going to check again with my doctor, because I miss my ibuprofen more than just about anything else. Sad, but true.

More than wine??

I've heard both NSAID opinions. None every again, and none for 4 weeks after surgery.

Also, a single glass of red wine is supposed to benefit your cardiovascular system. Normal American red wine glasses are a lot larger than a glass, so you need to be careful!

Well my doc told me no NSAIDS at all liquid or pill form. I have very bad osteoarthritis and I'm afraid to take anything for fear of erosion. I'll suffer with my pain than take a chance.