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Ok, so I'm gonna be truthful here... Wine??! I love it?! Is this a problem?!



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Hello!

I love my drinks... Diet coke on a hot day..... Wine... A great way to spend an evening with the girls or whatnot.

Is this surgery not for me? I'm HELLBENT on this surgery, but if I can't have a glass of wine or two once a week, it's a dealbreaker. I'd rather really work at it and be chubs instead.

Thoughts?

Thanks!!

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Wait, I meant I love wine and diet coke. Separately. Not together. Gross!!

But If I can never enjoy either again... I don't know.... That along is my biggest fear. Not going to Mexico, not anything else. But just not being able to enjoy what I like ever again.

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I drink wine several times a week. Usually a glass or at most 2 (5 oz servings). My weight loss isn't super fast, but I am losing while still indulging in one of my guilty pleasures. I have read on here that others were told they aren't EVER supposed to drink alcohol again after surgery...sorry but that doesn't fly with me. Moderation is key...and I only drink when I've met my daily Protein and Fluid requirements. I find it takes much less for me to be satisfied...I used to drink a whole bottle of wine. If my weight loss stops, well then it's time to give it up :)

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I did two experiements, two different evenings, to see what alchohol will do to me. I had a small amount of beer (about /14 c) one evening. Another time, I had a small amount of tequila (2T). Both evenings I got light headed a got a buzz feeling. I am not having any more alchohol until I hit goal. But I plan on having the occasional drink once I get there. I guess my drinks will all be served in shot glasses, and I will sip them slowly.

I haven't tried wine. Maybe someone else can help you out there.

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My husband and I collect good wines and truly savor and enjoy them. My surgeon said no alcohol for three to six months. So I figure I will be able to enjoy our wine again around Christmas, which I am looking forward to. It WILL slow weight loss down and for some people (like me) pretty significantly. It is temporary, so I can do it. But I miss it and will look forward to that first glass. But I am not going to drink it daily anymore, even when I go back to having it in December.

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The main advice I would give is the 1st time you have alcohol after surgery, go easy and do it at home with people you trust.

It hits everyone differently but for many a little goes a very long way following surgery.

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s this surgery not for me? I'm HELLBENT on this surgery, but if I can't have a glass of wine or two once a week, it's a dealbreaker

this was a concern for me- look at my blog... tongue.gif i am all about making wine- 22/7...

IMO- sleeve is the better of the two for wanting a drink...

The phycologist and my surgeon both agreed, it would not interfere, however, the amounts would change- and to be very careful of crossover addiction.

I slowed down quite a bit pre-op, and yes- on the fourth did have several Jello shots... one didn't hurt, so I had a few more through out the day while swimming...

wasn't wine... I'm not gonna tempt my stomach at this time... I want it healed...

I do have plans on doing a red wine Jello shot... biggrin.gif

so what you got to decide is it right for you... after surgery, who knows until you try it...

I am having trouble with a lot of foods, however ice cream and Cookies are no problem...

unsure.gif yes- I had a skinny cow, and it was good! and I had 1 PB cookie, and it went down easily...

I try mashed potato, quesadilla , and it is wanting to come back up instantly...

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Great. Thank you everyone! That was literally my biggest fear and I'd be hating life, not able to enjoy anything. Love this board!!! Thanks again!

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I am 9 weeks out and I enjoy white wine three ish times a week. I also tell myself that I need at least 64 oz of Water first. I measure 6 oz of wine and count it as my carbs. I am not sure if I could be losing faster bc there is no "control" me. However, I was told that it does slow wt loss. I can't diet strictly anymore. I exercise, eat low fat Protein and meal choices.I drink water and smile a lot with my kids. I enjoy wine, and want to continue. I think moderation is key. Some people cant stop at one. I don't get the feeling like I used to from the wine, and it goes away very quickly so some say it's not worth it. I like the taste and occasion. Good Luck! Life can be great!

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I am 9 weeks out and I enjoy white wine three ish times a week. I also tell myself that I need at least 64 oz of Water first. I measure 6 oz of wine and count it as my carbs. I am not sure if I could be losing faster bc there is no "control" me. However, I was told that it does slow wt loss. I can't diet strictly anymore. I exercise, eat low fat Protein and meal choices.I drink Water and smile a lot with my kids. I enjoy wine, and want to continue. I think moderation is key. Some people cant stop at one. I don't get the feeling like I used to from the wine, and it goes away very quickly so some say it's not worth it. I like the taste and occasion. Good Luck! Life can be great!

YAY! Thank you! Can't WAIT for surgery. SOOO excited.

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3 - 6 months to start enjoying alcohol again? My surgery is August 11 so, I'll be just in time for Mardi Gras! :)

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