I know its empty calories, I know too much is a bad choice but just curious, a bon-fire and a beer is part of being Canadian........no? Haven't seen much talk about socializing, most of my friends love to get together and party. I suppose that the restriction of food is going to make a few drinks feel like more. Love to hear you're experiences and views on this subject.

Happy Birthday Marcar

I too have recently been turned onto the Masi Amarone.

I started drinking wine about 7 days post op. (That's a liquid, correct?) I know it has slowed my weight loss some. (I have lost 50 pounds in one year) However, I was not willing to give up wine. I enjoy one to two glasses a few times a week and have never had a problem with the band. I have also not experienced any difference in the effects of it pre and post surgery.

I still remember my first lunch outing post-surgery. My team went to an Indian restaurant and I had Soup and a fabulous glass of wine.

You should be mindful of where you get your calories but for most of us, wine is not going to be the reason that our progress has slowed.

I drink a glass almost every day... exercise and smart food choices allow me to have it when I want it.

I love my band!!!

I don't think the odd drink of wine will hurt but I paid $16,000 for this band and don't want to screw it up. Carbonated drinks don't bother me but I know they are not good for the band which means beer also. Again it's your comfort level and the risk you are willing to take but this is my second weight loss surgery. Also Allergan the manufacturer of Lap Band states no carbonate as over time it can impact the band.

I haven't had a carbonated drink (and I was a 2l a day diet coke addict), nor any alcohol since 1 week pre-op....in Feb.

I've considered having a glass of wine at different times, but then just said, hell for the same calories I could have XYZ. I prefer to eat than drink, so wine has lost every time! Not to say that won't change sometime, but so far, no alcohol.