Was just wondering if anyone has any advice for a type of alcoholic beverage that works for sleeves? I know we're not supposed to do any carbonation and I can't drink wine (never have been able to) and I don't want fruity drinks be of the sugar. Any advice?

I can drink beer without any problems. Also maybe vodka and Water with one of those SF flavorings in it. I see a lot of people do that when we go out! Just remember, it will hit you differently after being sleeved. So take it easy.

there should be a post to list your favorite alcoholic drink after wls.

Alcohol has absolutely no nutritional value. Food is supposed to keep us alive, not give us pleasure. Can you just do without? One drink can equal all you're daily calories.

we all know it has no nutritional value but many of us are still going to want to enjoy a drink now and then.

I want to enjoy a pizza with extra cheese or a big Mac. My doctor was very clear on what would be required if I didn't want gain back what I lost. I'm not trying to be judgmental, but trying to find ways to cheat is a slippery slope.

I agree....once in a while is fine. I drink Vodka and Water with Flavored Mio's.

If you can't drink wine then vodka water may be your best option. I've done fine with beer consumption, wine, and regular cocktails without any impact on my weight loss.

I used to like to drink Coronas but now one sip of beer makes my pouch fill up fast. I tried Vodka cranberry but it was with regular juice and the sugar was too much for me. Vodka water is something I will have to try.

@@Daveo Beer is filling, I can drink Bud Light fairly well now.

@@AngelaWilliamsMD I haven't tried bud lite yet but I used to drink it before Coronas, might have to try it again!

For my first drink (still two months away but I can dream!) I'm doing vodka and the SF crystal light flavorings. They have a strawberry lemonade and a toasted coconut that I think would be awesome with vodka. And vodka only has about 65 calories, no carbs, no sugar. Having a drink every now and then is no big deal! I already told my hubby (who will be my drinking buddy to make sure I'm good when I have that first drink) to make sure I don't eat anything I shouldn't. It's the food choices I made after the alcohol more so than the alcohol itself that made me gain weight. Good luck with your drink of choice!

Beer is carbonated....isn't good for your pouch....I thought????

It is...but I think a beer every now and then is harmless.

does the beer hit you hard now?

Yes, I think the smaller stomach increases the alcohol absorption.