I was told I could drink right up to my mealtime but then had to wait an hr after. I read somewhere, where it's necessary to have an empty pouch, no liquid in it, why?

I have never not drank before during or after. I know I'm a rebel! But successful.

My son went to Big Blue Madness last night!

I during right up to my meal sometimes. I try to wait 10 minutes usually. 45 minutes wait time after. If I drink too early, I find I am hungry a little faster.......not good at all!

I do sip but very little as i eat. It helps me slide down thr food easier. My surrgeon believes in 30 minutes before and after eating, but in discussing with him after my 6 month blood tests (results were all excellent) that its okay to sip small amounts.

Every surgeon is different and I usually drink hot coffee prior to Breakfast, then a very small breakfast (oatmeal, raisins, chopped nuts) and about 4 oz of milk after meal.

My son went to Big Blue Madness last night!

I during right up to my meal sometimes. I try to wait 10 minutes usually. 45 minutes wait time after. If I drink too early, I find I am hungry a little faster.......not good at all!

dang, forgot to watch big blue madness last night, of course it would have been an hour delayed here in Western ky...can't wait for the real stuff to start. woohoo