The other night I had alcohol for the first time since my surgery (very little, yes I'm allowed per my surgeon, no I'm not an alcoholic)

And realized I had no idea what the hell to drink. Most drinks have carbonation and extra/excess sugar or are mixed with **** I don't need.

What are the best options for a post sleeve patient to drink responsibly?

I really don't drink often enough to where it'll be a huge issue, but I figure any opportunity to improve is always a good one.

I'm sure there's old threads on this, but I mostly just found ones centered on when/how much rather than drink selection

Best option = none.

If you don't drink and it's not important to you....maybe just abstain.

If it is something you enjoy and don't want to give up....here's some advice from google:

The best form of alcohol, from a calorie perspective, are the classic spirits. We’re talking about tequila, rum, vodka, whiskey, and gin. One ounce of any of those classic spirits contains around 64 calories, most of which come from the alcohol content.

So, maybe a small margarita, or any of these spirits mixed with low calorie diet juices?

Good luck.

I am a year post op as of dec 6th. I had a few glasses of moscato last week at a party and was fine. I am able to tolerate carbonation so thats my choice. I would definitely stay away from beer and watch out for mixed drinks. You may get buzzed very quickly then sober up a half hour later since your body metabolizes quick now. Anyways have fun and enjoy the holidays

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i drink so infrequently (2-3/yr) that I order what I want and don't worry about the calories. The mixers are where most of the calories are.

You could try vodka lemonade. If you use crystal lite that would cut calories.

The best option is none. What you're really asking is what the second best option is. While others suggest hard liquor due to less calories, hard liquor obviously has more alcohol than anything else. Consider a glass of still wine. Good luck!

Vodka or Wine..not saying is the best, but is my choice when I go out or have events at work.. 1-2 drinks a night & Water in between. I also make sure I workout an extra 1/2 hr to compensare extra calories..not too concern abour suggars.. Since my levels are 59-65 and I got zero sugars in my diets or carbs

Edited December 27, 20178 yr by Back2fit