Does anybody out there not drink while eating? I personally don't think it makes a difference. I was told not to drink liquids 30 minutes before, during eating, and 1 hour after eating. Really?

That's a pretty standard rule and I would say that most Banders follow it.

Edited February 21, 201412 yr by CaGottaBand

Interesting you should bring this up. My Dr. who is one of the leading Phoenix Bariatric Surgeons does not limit Water. I just saw him yesterday and specifically asked him that question. He stated He used to tell all his patients not to drink with meals but that new data is showing that some people who have done the best with lap bands did not restrict the fluids before, during, after meals. Had my first fill yesterday and have been battling the hungries, the water seems to help fill me up, he is the one who suggested drinking with the meal. I'm sure most people will tell you to restrict the water, for me I am going to see how it goes and follow my Dr's guidelines.

My only advise would be not to guzzle the Water when your eating or right after a bite as that will cause you some discomfort. When I need something to drink I will take a sip during my meal especially if the food is a bit dry or tough. Sometimes you just need some water, and I do feel that I am fuller with less during the meal if I allow that sip here and there.

It is not a question as to whether I want to or not...I simply CANNOT drink while eating....and I need to take small sips afterward until I can FEEL it I safe...

I can drink all I want right up to the point I start eating....

It all depends upon you and your band....

It is not a question as to whether I want to or not...I simply CANNOT drink while eating....and I need to take small sips afterward until I can FEEL it is safe...

I have personally experienced problems as far out as 30 minutes after eating....

I can drink all I want right up to the point I start eating....

It all depends upon you and your band....

Edited February 21, 201412 yr by B-52

Does anybody out there not drink while eating? I personally don't think it makes a difference. I was told not to drink liquids 30 minutes before, during eating, and 1 hour after eating. Really?

my dr told me drink up til i eat and then wait 20 to 30 min afterwards..

This is a loaded question LOL. There is a lot of argument over this on here!! Doctors have different opinions. I guess the best advice is to follow your doctors orders, then if something goes wrong you won't be to blame.

Personally, my doctor says once the tiny bite of food you are supposed to be taking has passed the band (approx 45 seconds) it is ok to take a sip because the food has already triggered the nerves it needs to trigger by passing on through.

I occasionally have a drink of Water, beer or wine with a dinner. I seldom ever have any fluids with Breakfast or lunch.

I like to have water handy when I'm eating leftovers or some other dry foods to help keep the esophagus wet. This is about the only time I allow myself to drink and eat simultaneously. Otherwise, I might have a few sips of wine/beer with a meal but I usually don't use the Fluid to wash or aid food through my pouch.

I think eating and drinking is OK as long as we aren't using the fluid to wash a fresh good meal through our bands so we can hurriedly shove another bite in our mouths.

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I drink while eating. Usually water. The only time I don't is when I get stuck. It makes it worse. My doctor would say not to, the whole 30 minute rule. But I have to drink while eating. Just a habit. It's a personal choice you have to make for yourself.

I asked my doc that and he said new data shows it really doesn't seem to make a difference. I use to not, but now I do.

Sorry buy I've always drank with my food. Can't eat without my water.

I wait 20 mins after my meals. But instead me sharing an article like I normal do How about a video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xR0VM3mnsgM&feature=share

I think this is an interesting video but you know what works for you!

Enjoy!

Edited February 25, 201412 yr by LadyDiva618