Hi guys.

I would like to know if after sleeve we can drink wine or other alcoholic beverages.

I think I will not eat and drink anything interesting for a long time after the surgery, but after some months can I think to go a party and have a drink for a toast? (e.g. Wedding, birthday, various celebration...)

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Based on my experience, groups of all kinds -- whether they're centered around work, socialization, ideological beliefs, athletic activities, behavioral support, or whatever -- work or don't work NOT because they're an "X group," but due to the group's leadership, the competence and dedication of its members, and a number of other things, including serendipity.

They're sort of like "marriage." A bad one doesn't mean there aren't good ones. And vice versa.

There are a gazillion threads here about alcohol (pro/con; when; what; how; risks; benefits; etc.). People can get exercised about this topic.

Just enter "alcohol" into the search field at the top right part of this page (if you're on a laptop or tablet).

When it is appropriate to do so, you can on occasion enjoy a drink and consume alcohol in moderation.

The calories are empty.

A few people have transfer addictions to alcohol since they are no longer using food to deal with those feelings.

It could lead to other, old, unwanted behaviors.

Many people find that the alcohol's effects are stronger post surgery, so be careful how much you consume if you are driving afterwards.

BUT FOR THE SAKE OF GOD AND EVERYTHING THAT IS HOLY, IF YOU HAVE A MIXED DRINK AND USE A STRAW, DON'T POST IT ON THE SURGICAL WEIGHT LOSS FORUMS THAT YOU USED A STRAW!

Edited May 18, 201610 yr by 4MRB4PHOTO

I waited until 8 months post-op, simply because alcohol gave me tummy issues BEFORE the sleeve and I was worried about reflux/nausea.

In the end, I skipped the champagne but had quite a few mixed drinks. Despite my weight change, my tolerance remained the same, and it still took quite a few drinks to get me to that happy place where I voluntarily danced at a wedding (my friends have the video evidence to prove it). I felt fine, but given the amount of empty calories, it's going to be a "at awkward weddings only" or "endure family on the holidays" deal.

There's no point in having one or two drinks, since I don't feel any sort of change/difference until I'm four shots in (Yeah, I'm *that* girl). So I just avoid on the whole, knowing it is still an option for special celebrations.

I would try an avoid it. At first, when I still had some weight to lose, it was okay. Once I got quite thin it affected me hugely. I blacked out a few times even cut my face once. The tolerance continues to go down over time. Also it will lead to weight regain. I would keep it moderate and always with food.