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I was told I had to wait a month. Alcohol has no difference on me now then it did presleeve
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My motivation came as I was recovering from domestic violence in my last relationship. I had to move away from the area and move in with my family after he took everything from me. I’ve spent the last year in therapy and healing. I moved on March 16th 2019. I gained about 70 to 80 pounds in the last year and half of our relationship. I was eating and drinking alcohol for comfort. Part of regaining control of my life and independence has been this process. I’m grateful to be a year out from the madness of past life and grateful for this new journey becoming the woman I know I am, I can be and will be.
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I do'nt have anyone else to talk to....
mli4688 replied to fiveholts714's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I don't know when you posted but I just came across your post and can totally relate to your overwhelming life. Like you, I suffered with disabaling panic attacks. Like you, in a round about way, I have a husband who is disabled and retired on disability. He has many medical and depression issues. Additionally a Mother who is in end stage COPD and thinks she ready to start taking the morphine, a father who is having a total hip replacement next week, 22 year old son who just moved back home after being away at college for 4 years, and, he is quite addicted to alcohol (actually lost his license for 18 months for driving under the influence. Additionally, I work, but the husband, mother and father are all retired. Suffice it to say, not only do I understand, I can totally relate. It has taken me a long time but I am in the beginning stages of trying to unscramble some of this mess. Learning to say no, while not feeling guilty about it, is a big one. First thing, you need to get treatment for the panic attacks. There is medication out there to block the attacks and help you feel more in control. Anyone who is capable of caring for themselves, need to. If life is that stressful, maybe your husband might need to put his graduate studies on hold. He's going to be in a bigger pile of shit if you do have a nervous breakdown. You might suggest to him that he be a little more "proactive" in helping to unscramble the mess. You should check in your community to see if there is any assistance you can get. Maybe you would qualify for fuel, child care, Medicare/Medicaid (depending on your children's "needs"). Figure out what you do have control over; what can you take off your plate, what can you give to someone else; what other resources are out there for you. And, did I mention I too am in the first several months of preparing for a lapband, which is going by the wayside with all these other things going on. Remember, if you don't take care of yourself, you will be of NO help to anyone else. Take care and keep talking with everybody. Marcia -
Alcohol on the pre-op Diet
lotzasunshine replied to mems's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I agree with Riley. If you are close to surgery than I wouln't risk it. When on a pre-op diet for 2 or so weeks, it is meant to shrink the liver. That is why you either go on liquids or no carbs(in my case). Alcohol is made up of a LOT of carbs. -
can you drink alcohol after the surgery
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The alcohol itself does not hurt the band. I believe most surgeons don't want you to consume alcohol because of the calories and the mind set it puts you in to possibly eat many things you would not normally eat.
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Any other April Avengers worried about Erosion or Slippage?
mrspws replied to Alicia99's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
I am worried about erosion. like what foods are not good to eat. I heard pineapple juice and alcohol are not good, im trying to read more online to get better educated, but sometimes you have to search through so much to find the topic u are looking for, my surgery is 4/7/08 -
Ok, so I have a question for all you who have been banded and like to go out. I love going out with friends. I go to bars and parties or where ever we can have a good time. When I go out I do enjoy the occasional drink but am mostly there for the social environment. I am ok with giving up the alcohol, but I was wondering how you felt post-band about going out or if you had any negative/positive experiences with it. All comments and advice are welcomed.
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I don't know how heavily you plan on drinking but you do have to be careful because it is possible for you to get really really drunk to the point where your body would normally get sick to get rid of this alcohol, but your body may not be able to. So, just be careful and you shouldn't have any problems.
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I really havent given up anything, its more about learning to do everything in moderation. You can still go out and enjoy a drink! It would have been harder when I was younger and did want to drink to the point of being drunk, nowadays I rarely do that but the occasional splurge doesnt hurt you. TO be fair though, I'm more into maintenance these days, to actively lose yes, I would cut down on alcohol. But you dont have to give it up forever, just choose wisely and abstain more often than you indulge. Maintenance is a lot easier and you get to enjoy a few more of those things within reason.
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I used alcohol wipes on the areas away from my cuts, then as the tape came off I used lotion with Vitamin E and finally got it all off...I think!
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Have had lots of major cardiac problems so I was excited when my cardiologist said he would support me if I wanted to do the lap band. But I am confused. On the support forum everyone talks about how hard it is. And my question is - is it really any easier than regular Weight Watchers? Because I have failed at that for over 30 years, so if it isn't easier after the banding I don't know if this will work. I don't drink alcohol or wine or milkshakes, and I prefer low fat ice cream, but i do like to eat alot and often. I don't eat fried foods hardly ever- bread is a big problem- I can eat a half a loaf at a sitting. Will banding help with them?
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It's really just a temporary situation. Once you lose your weight, and can tolerate the social aspects and behaviors with food and alcohol, an active social is an extremely realistic goal. I just didn't waste my "honeymoon" with alcohol and social life. I ate out with my friends, but I chose healthier options, and learned that I enjoyed the experience, friendship, fellowship far more than the food. Once I was at goal, I introduced alcohol back into my life. The first few times I drank, it did hit me hard and fast then I sobered up fast. Not a lot of fun, but a few months in, maintaining a good buzz was not difficult. I have a very active social life, and socially drink. Obviously, I haven't in pregnancy, but before pregnancy, I was a social drinker and would tie one on monthly with my girlfriends.
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I have heard some people say they can tolerate it at 3 months. However, alcohol is empty calories so I wouldn't until you are at least at maintenance.
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Explosive BM (sorry eeww factor)
eadreel replied to zeniada's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think my prob was due to the sugar alcohols in the sugar free popsicles (Chrystal Light) I was eating. I stopped eating them and that prob went away. I'm six days post op, not counting surgery day. And I took 2 Tbs Kaopectate and that seemed to help until I figured out it was the popsicles. -
Already a failure
Zane's Mom replied to easymack63's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I'm just going to put it out there. I was just like you. I started Protein bars early out. I never had a problem with them. Never. I just stopped them last week at 4 & 1/2 months. I did nibble on many things and still do. I've tried everything (no alcohol -I don't drink). But sometimes I've been so frustrated feeling so blah I just want to feel comfortable. I haven't denied myself anything I do want. I've had popcorn at the movies, Halloween candy, rice Pasta, breads, casseroles and I've been ok. Not every meal and of course in small amounts. I don't feel like a failure, and I know others out there will respond shocked. If you want to talk more message me. -
This is me thinking about how I sometimes react to alcohol...I never know when it will make me feel queasy which could then possibly lead to getting sick or dry heaves which in turn could lead to somehow damaging the band...but sometimes I don't know when to say when either so I guess everyone is different.
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No alcohol lately but I have taken Motrin for headache. Band seems to be great no vomiting, nausea or any problems. No trouble with acid reflux just confused where this is coming from.....
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I've taught my kids to respond to statments like that with "Yeah?? and??" I told my daughters from an early age that being called fat is only stating the obvious and that they shouldn't get hurt or offended by it. Now, yes it hurts that someone wants to hurt my child by cutting me or her daddy down, but I will NOT let my kids think they have to ashamed of my obesity! My issues show on the outside...via FAT. Who know's what issues "their" parents have...alcohol? drugs? work-a-holic? cheating parents? neglectful parents? etc... I let my kids know "children like that have parents that have bigger problems than me, so we should feel sorry for them." Fortunately, we haven't dealt with a whole lot of it, but it does happen from time to time and perhaps my approach is a little unorthodox, but I want my kids to know that a fat person is a person with the same value as anyone else.
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The only reason they say 6 months is the calorie intake. That being said, alcohol will be okay. Try to stay away from carbonation though. Also, keep in mind you are not eating as much. You may find that you get buzzed more quickly. Good luck.
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I love my friends and family and most are normal weight. "Normal weight" people DO over indulge in food and alcohol during social situations. At this point the sleeve is doing it job and I find the whole display kind of gross. But the company is outstanding. I don't want to left out so I just watch their gluttony.... And kind of feel sorry for them. Food addiction is very different than drug or alcohol addiction. Alcoholics and addicts CAN avoid their trigger substances. Ban alcohol from their homes and avoid bars and social situations with alcohol. We cannot do that with food. You have seen dry weddings but have you ever been to a wedding without food and a big cake? Or a Birthday party, Christmas or any other social situation. Unhealthy food is everywhere. As food addicts we are tormented because we MUST consume our trigger everyday to live. Smokers, addicts and alcoholics it is the opposite.... Not quite fair. We can't expect friends and family to stop living and enjoying social occasions because we can't indulge to the same extent. We need to learn to cope with our inner food demons. I think I am doing that and to lesser extent I can indulge. I do have small quantities if restaurant food especially if they are protein. I had a couple wings and cocktail later in the evening last night. I had a great time with my friends and was satisfied. (FYI I am approved for moderate alcohol consumption).
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My husband is not totally for this
YORKSHIRE GIRL ANGE replied to weightnomore's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Hi there, I'm Angela joining you from the UK. First of all, please let me tell you that I myself am not a very religious person. I do, however, have great respect for the beliefs and chosen religion of others whatever they my be. Who am I to knock whatever comfort people get from their beliefs. I would like to say, surely if God has given the skills and knowledge to perform this surgery to our doctors it was intended to be used. Why should we not take advantage of the help that they can offer to us ? It is very easy for people who have never had serious weight issues to simplfy it by saying stop eating, if only it was so easy !! They must realise that if that was the case there would be no world wide obesity epidemic. I personally have never smoked, taken drugs or had issues with alcohol. My addiction throughout my life has been food. I do, however, have the sense to know that you can't say to an alcohilic for instance " just stop drinking " and the problem will go away. I see this surgery as an amazing tool that will help me to loose the weight and keep it off, but only if I work hard at it. It has not been an easy decision to make, in fact I would say it is the most difficult decision I have ever made in my life and it has taken almost a year for me to make it. Like yourself, I have lost the same 30lbs over and over again only to see it go back on again. I am lucky to have no co-morbidities at all and I hope this surgery can help me stay that way. I know I am not going to wake up thin after the surgery IF ONLY !!! LOL It has taken nearly 52 years for me to arrive at this weight and it isn't going to magically melt away with the surgery ALTHOUGH WOULDN'T THAT BE WONDERFUL !!! LOL I too am due to have my surgery Dec 7th so we will be sleeve sisters. Keep me posted on how you are progressing pre and post op. I have to start a 3 week milk based diet mid Nov, won't that be fun !! LOL Look forward to hearing from you Best wishes Angela. -
Beer with the lapband
♥LovetheNewMe♥ replied to spwlfd035's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
The only beer I can tolerate is Guinness and than I can only tolerate one that takes me about 2 hours to drink. I did not try a beer until after I was over a year post op, yes I know we are not to have carbonation or empty calories but this is life and I do enjoy a drink. I do also have wine and an occasional martini, but I also counted every single calorie I drank. This is my life with lap band and I am not perfect but it is my life and I have chosen to find a way to live with lap band. Is drinking on a regular basis good for weight loss the answer would be no with or without lap band. Alcohol is empty calories and no i am not the lapband police just my personal opnion. -
I can't believe it...he doesn't really care!
Sajijoma posted a topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I had my pre op "life after surgery" class today. My husband didn't want to go with me, because he didn't want to leave our almost 14yr old daughter in charge that long. Even though it felt like an excuse, I went on by myself. When I got home, I tried to tell my husband about the things we went over in class and he didn't want to hear it. I told him he should read the booklet we were given so he'd know what I need help-wise after surgery and he said "why should I read it? You're the one who needs to know!" When I showed the kids the 2oz cup that represents how much mommy's new pouch will hold he just muttered "that's just dumb!" And wouldn't talk about it. He griped because I told him I can't use the protein powder he bought for himself for my post op because of the sugar/sugar alcohol content and he asked why so I told him and told him it's all laid out in the booklet I asked him to read and he just turned around and walked out. I don't understand what's going on! -
There is a calorie-free "social lubricant" that you could use in place of alcohol. Of course, it is not exactly legal in every state, but it isn't hard to find. I have probably said too much...
