I know it doesn't make much sense to trade one vice for another, but I very rarely drink (once a month, and a couple beers at the most) and I don't smoke cigarettes. I do, however, enjoy smoking marijuana on occasion, and I don't know who or how to ask if this is alright post op. I'm five days out and I wouldn't even think of doing it while I'm still recovering, but I was wondering if anyone had any experience with this after recovery. I'd really appreciate any advice you guys have. Thanks a lot.

chickie,

:confused_smile: :crying: :eek: too damn funny for words...

I know exactly what you mean. If I smoke just a little bowl before working out, I am able to work harder than I can sometimes believe. Miraculous!

I don't know if it makes me work out "harder" but I run 2-3 miles per day with my dog and I definitely smoke before each run. Along with my ipod, it puts me in my own little world and actually makes me ENJOY *gasp* working out. (kinda :redface: )

I don't know if it makes me work out "harder" but I run 2-3 miles per day with my dog and I definitely smoke before each run. Along with my ipod, it puts me in my own little world and actually makes me ENJOY *gasp* working out. (kinda :ohmy: )

Yeah, that sounds more like what I was trying to say. Awesome.

Um, the whole reason for lap band is to start a healthier lifestyle. Smoking marijuana doesnt seem like a healthy lifestyle, more like a stupid lifestyle. You were willing to give up your bad eating habits why not give up bad smoking habits??

Um, the whole reason for lap band is to start a healthier lifestyle. Smoking marijuana doesnt seem like a healthy lifestyle, more like a stupid lifestyle. You were willing to give up your bad eating habits why not give up bad smoking habits??

you have never smoked... have you?

Yeah a lot of people just haven't smoked. Probably out of fear from misinformation. Anyway, I've actually heard that because of the deflammatory effects of marijuana it can help with asthma, which is common when exercise-induced, at least in my case. Marijuana is actually pretty healthy. It has its side effects, just like every other FDA approved medication that everyone is taking. It has far too many positives to be ignored as a legitimate form of medication and/or recreation.

I seriously think people still believe this kind of junk. :wink_smile::huh2:

I seriously think people still believe this kind of junk. :wink_smile::huh2:

I love Reefer Madness!

the facts can not be denied, there is nothing wrong with a daily toke...look at all the work that went into advertising an unhealthy habit like cigarettes, an unhealthly, dangerous, deadly habit and millions of people are still hooked. I have never once wanted to hurt people when I run out of pot but g*d damn it when I run out of cigarettes, heads will roll!!! The debate should be over, there is nothing wrong with pot... unless its laced with something.

HAPPY TOKING FELLOW SMOKERS!

p.s. I quit cigs so I could have the surgery and have never looked back!

Holy crap! I was shocked to see so many tokers here!! What a cool bunch of people. :eek: I don't smoke (we're military and move so much that finding someone to buy from is to rely on strangers and just asking to be an entry in the arrest section of the paper! I just know I would be part of a stupid sting! sigh...) but not because I have any issues with it. I guess it ISN'T obvious (but I thought it was) that smoking while driving or watching your kids or whatever is stupid. But whatever...

I was really glad to see an honest question like that here - it is nice to know you can ask real questions regardless of embarrassment or judgement and get answers. :w00t:

It has been said already, but I would worry about the munchies. And I would hesitate right before or after the surgery because of both the anesthesia AND the lung issue. Even with very healthy lungs, pneumonia after surgery is really an issue. But obviously many people have done it and been just fine. I am just a Nervous Nelly and tend to err on the side of caution!

Anyway, nice to see such a great response from so many people. Take a few tokes for me, at least then I can live vicariously, if I can't do it myself. :thumbup:

August bandees who toke sound off

I'm a end of July bander who does lol

I'm from Decemeber of '07 & smoke everyday!

I don't smoke pot because I have children...anyone who has them or who is around them shouldn't do anything that impairs judgment. I am far less worried about the band than I am about putting children at risk.

I absolutely enjoy my weed, however.....and I really, really hate to say this, but I have found when I run out, my weight loss seems much greater and easier to accomplish. I also wonder if that "sweet spot" seems so elusive because of my smoking. I've only been banded about 4 mos. with 3 fills, but my weight loss is much slower than a couple of friends that don't partake and were banded about the same time. I don't want to quit smoking, but I'm considering not keeping it on hand and seeing what happens.