Drinking

[lorraine#11 79]

Had my sleeve done 12 29 2018...I have lost 50 pounds, however I am going on a cruise in a few weeks...are we allowed to drink and if so what am I allowed?

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[GradyCat 3,697]

Yes, alcohol is okay, but be aware that you'll get drunker a lot quicker, so you'll want to limit the quantity. Also, remember that alcohol has calories, so watch it.

[lorraine#11 79]

So what kind do you recommend?

[med28thmed 118]

I recommend drinking already before you get on the boat so you'll know what to expect. I had one michelob ultra light 2 weeks ago, and I was pretty drunk.

Have fun and be safe.

[rs 1,473]

I'm 9 mos post surgery and I've had alcohol on (several) occasion(s) [emoji57]
I haven't noticed that I get drunk any faster but maybe I just have a high tolerance. With my smaller stomach I can't take in as many ounces as before so I have to order doubles to get a similar effect. My drink of choice is vodka based, such as with cranberry juice or grapefruit juice. Ordering a double cuts down the amount of juice which reduces the high calories and carbs. Remember everyone's body is different. I agree with@med28thmed to test some drinking before the cruise. Enjoy!

[CyndieRI 251]

I occasionally have vodka and I mix it with grape Crystal Light. It’s really good - and no sugar! I order vodka and Water (not soda water) and bring little Crystal Light packages with me to mix in. Good luck!!

[Frustr8 7,886]

Wonder how either vodka or tequila would be with that Wild strawberry from Crystal Light or the Equate equivalent? Maybe a more Bariatric MARGARITA? 🍷🍹

[lorraine#11 79]

I occasionally have vodka and I mix it with grape Crystal Light. It’s really good - and no sugar! I order vodka and Water (not soda water) and bring little Crystal Light packages with me to mix in. Good luck!!

Thank you...I am gonna order vodka and water and take my crystal light with me!!

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[brittanyatwalsh 48]

@lorraine#11 how did it go???

[lorraine#11 79]

I didnt get drunk...and I had fun

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[70worm 2]

My wife gets drunk super fast and can drink as much as her "friends " can pour down her throat . She's now an alcoholic because of the surgery and after losing 160 pounds she's starting to gain weight because of the drinking .