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Celebrating a special occasion and going out to the club with friends.... I want to toast with a real drink..... Those that have ha dribks, what are you drinking that wont make you dump?
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Going out to eat after the Sleeve
Bufflehead replied to css95's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
Check with your surgeon's team, there are many different approaches. I'm not allowed alcohol until I'm off soft foods and on to "real" foods, which for me is 6 months post-op. Even then it is discouraged. But I know other people's surgeons allow alcohol much earlier. Your surgeon should have a detailed plan for you though. -
Effects of Protein Shakes
1SlimSistah2 replied to miss_cee85's topic in PRE-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hey everyone, If you read the list of Atkins products, Malitol is an ingredient that is a sugar alcohol which oftentimes causes bloating, gas, & in some folk, diarrhea. I loved Dr. Atkins candy bars and boy as soon as I ate one, it was a wrap...lol Hope this helps. -
We are asked to wait at least 6 months. Two reasons: (1) avoud alcohol's irritating effects on your new stomach, and (2) avoid transferring your 'addiction' from food to alcohol. That said, 'one' won't kill you.
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Hey guess, i am out of town so can't ask my Bariatric team. How long after surgery did you guys wait to have a drink?? I want one drink just to relax... Just curious??
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Going out to eat after the Sleeve
scarbedazzles replied to css95's topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
I'm a newbie so don't hang me from the highest tree.....what about alcohol? I'm not much of a drinker, but it would be terrible to drink if I'm not supposed to. (I'm talking about once on full foods) -
8 week stall has become rapid gain. HELP!
No game replied to ChefEm624's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I just noticed that you started at a 31 BMI and already down to a 27! At such a low BMI it might take a little more work to get it off.. At this point not only is alcohol bad for you, it's empty calories, push your protein and water and exercise and things will go fine. -
8 week stall has become rapid gain. HELP!
jenlen replied to ChefEm624's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Please be very careful with the alcohol. I know everyone's doc and nut give out different guidelines but I am pretty certain that this early on alcohol can put us at risk for ulcers. I know all to well the call of our forbidden temptations but we really must take care our stomachs and heed the warnings (heartburn, discomfort, etc) -
Do Sleevers Absorb Alcohol Faster?
castiel replied to JentryB2020's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Definitely. I used to have to drink a lot to get drunk, and now because of my sleeve I don't think about the fact that I've lost weight. I've gotten dangerously drunk on two occasions post-op. The worst part is that the liquid goes through you so fast, that when your body is trying to make you throw up from too much, there's nothing for you to throw up because your tummy is so small. You feel miserable. Pace yourself if you plan on drinking. I found with me, sometimes, the alcohol can hit you harder later. Hence why I need to pace myself very cautiously. Everyone is different. -
8 week stall has become rapid gain. HELP!
Pixie Dust replied to ChefEm624's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
I'm not going to crucify you....only you can do that to yourself! But I would say, that the alcohol is packing on pounds. It has a lot of calories. So partake in what you want to but try to keep it real & expect a weight gain....once you stop, I'd think that the weight would fall back off? I wasn't a drinker from the get-go so my problem will be pasta, not booze. :-( Good luck to you! It's hard to get into a new routine....I know. Just to not be tempted with what my family has been eating for dinner, I don't sit at the table with them right now till I get it all under control. -
Why being fat may not be your fault!
Sharpie replied to GuyMontag's topic in LAP-BAND Surgery Forums
my family has some obesity.. and diabetes, heart disease, etc. but I made the decision not to follow suit.. Alcoholism has shown to be genetic.. If you know that is a possibility you have to make the decision to not drink .. I think obesity is much the same... environment however plays a role as well. If your mama fries food and makes fattening food your whole life and tells you to clean your plate.. you will have a tendency to get fat... -
Do Sleevers Absorb Alcohol Faster?
Fiddleman replied to JentryB2020's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
One drink is usually enough for me. Two just makes me a little sick and adds no benefit in buzz factor. Started drinking again at 6 months or so and have on average two drinks a month. Really just had them when out with wife for dinner or on weekend chilling out with bro. I had my last drink about 2 months ago, just don't have the desire any longer because it does not really offer any health benefits ( at least for the hard drinks I had like Long Island or even fine white wine). I don't know, I just lost the desire for it. Maybe it will come back, maybe it will not. It was kind of a waste to get buzzed for like 2 minutes only. I want to eat and drink foods that are going to contribute to optimal health. Unfortunately, alcohol is not one of them. Just my opinion. -
Mine came of by my 2nd shower with a soapy washcloth. I needed a little rubbing alcohol to get the residual adhesive off.
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Hi there I'm a nurse and iodine is a toughy. Use rubbing alcohol for an initial scrub but than soap/water will do the rest. Mind you, iodine stains readily and is hard to remove. It will be absorbed and will diminish with time, but it does take time. Unfortunate that the med team didn't wipe the initial gunk off post surgery for you. Large iodine doses screws with the thyroid so it's common practice for nurses to take as much off as possible.
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Over indulged yesterday, acid-y tummy today
Teachamy replied to dansgem's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Our center said no alcohol (ever) after surgery. It is crazy how different post-op messages are from do. to doc.! I am still pre-op, but I wanted to tell you that you are only human! I am glad you got the chance to enjoy your evening with a glass of wine! Have you ever tried peppermint tea? I even like it iced, and I find it helps when my stomach isn't feeling well. Also, "Gas-X" sells a product that disolves on thr tongue. They are minty and have always helped with an acid tummy for me. Best. Amy -
JULY 2013 BAND BUDDIES
sprinkle715 replied to sprinkle715's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I think I finally made a ticker and am I had to go on the site. Hope you all have a wonderful day and we all reach personal goals. I also had hiccups and they were annoying but they go away once more air leaves your body. I look and feel much better. I cleaned the gross sticky tape off..thanks Aviva for letting me know to use some alcohol. I also weighed myself and I think I am down another 2 lbs but again its on a different scale so I am not counting it. I am going to tutor today. summer school is closed on Fridays. I am sure ill come home exhausted but that's okay with me because my body is doing a fantastic job with healing! enjoy your morning everyone! -
Do Sleevers Absorb Alcohol Faster?
bettyb71 replied to JentryB2020's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
My hubby and I were sleeved, he is not a drinker, i am a social drinker. He said that in his last class with the NUT someone said that they took 1 sip of wine and had to be helped home. The NUT also said that you have a higher risk of addiction when you are sleeved. i told him it that the research I did said that was because people trade one addiction (food) for another and i really don't think that will be me! I just REALLY would like a nice margarita dammit, LOL. Any suggestions would be welcome....anyone know anyone that turned into an alcoholic after the sleeve?? -
Attention ! Australian Sleevers
lessismore67 replied to Lavea's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Yes Liss and aussiegirl, I will join you. I commit to: continue the zero alcohol intake that I have been on for the last month;not 'sneak' in the easy foods like chocolate and ice cream while on puree (haven't succumbed yet but have been tempted-curse you Cadbury and Sara Lee- lol!); meet my daily 60g Protein intake; drink more fluids following the rules; not weigh myself daily and freak myself out; and start to stretch my arthritic joints regularly. Don't want to put a weight loss goal if that is ok as I am going to be a slow loser. -
Attention ! Australian Sleevers
Aussiegirl replied to Lavea's topic in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums
Sure Liss I will join you. I may make mine 8kgs in 10 weeks (tho I think I may have an upper hand on that, as the surgery will remove about 5 kgs of skin). So in the next 5 weeks (pre-surgery) I will: - Exercise atleast 5 times a week (been hard lately as have been working really long hours) - Eat atleast one piece of fruit a day - I will have 2 days a week that I dont eat meat (to try get my nutrients up and best be able to recover from my plastics surgery) - Separate to the work outs will do 10 minutes of ab/core workouts a day (so that am even less likely to need muscle tightening) - Give up alcohol post 31/7 til post 1/9 -
I got my surgery date! YAHOO! August 26.....so excited!
TBodmer71 posted a topic in Tell Your Weight Loss Surgery Story
It has been a long journey so far. My obesity started in the 6th grade. I was 5'8" tall and weighed nearly 200lbs. Through most of my teens I was highly active so I was able to control my weight through exercise. Soon after graduating High School, I got married and had my son. By the time I was 23 I was 225lbs and heading for divorce court. Although my divorce was a great weight loss tool. I lost 70lbs plus the additional 160lbs of dead beat husband. My weight fluctuated greatly in my 20's. In any given year I could be 135lbs (too thin) all the way up to 235lbs (obese). I was with a really great man for 7 years. We were going through a rough patch in our relationship and we separated. But we were trying to work things out. He even went so far as to go to counselling and even got his 30 day coin at AA (I have always been a non-drinker, he was an alcoholic). The day after he got his 30 day coin he committed suicide. I was devastated. That was 13 years ago. I have since gotten even heavier. Although I am now remarried to a wonderful, loving, supportive husband, I have really packed on the pounds in the last 7 years. My highest weight has been just shy of the 300# mark. I started looking into weight loss surgery last November. I broached the subject with my PCP in November during my yearly physical. She referred me to the Bariatric Team at Dartmouth-Hitchcock. I went to the intro meeting in Dec. Then 1 PCP appointment to chart my diet and exercise every month. I have also attended the monthly Bariatric meetings. Plus a psych eval. Now I am getting down to the wire. In the past 10 days I have met with the nutritionist, the physicians Assistant, and the surgeon. I've also had an upper gi, and an abdominal ultrasound. Here comes the exciting part. They called me today with my surgery date! Woohooo, yippee, yahoo! August 26th at 7:30 am. I do have to do the 2 week stage 2 diet, which will start August 12th. But, I've got the can-do attitude. Bye-the-way...... I have been walking a minimum of 8000 steps a day, some days topping off at 12,000 to 14,000. I have already lost 23lbs since November I got rid of my size 24 jeans and most of my 3x shirts My huge size 10 granny panties are thrown out. Spanx are my new best friend I cleaned out my closets and realized I still have clothes ranging is sizes down to size 18. I now wear size 20 or 22 jeans My boobs haven't deflated yet, but the girth of my bras are getting too loose (thankfully the cups still run-nith over) -
trading one disorder for a new one?
Kellyj574 replied to DeezJeanz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
This point is very valid! when I was Pre op my surgeon and his team really dug deep in this topic. They really stressed that the sleeve is a TOOL and it will HELP you achieve your goals. Not do it for you. I however had it stuck in my head "yahoo I'm gonna be skinny! I'm gonna shop in a normal store" yada yada. at this point I am only 6 months Post Op, but let me tell you, yes the sleeve does wonders, but unless you really change your life and adapt to all the aspects of what it entails, you most likely will re gain your weight back. I'm not saying that I've been an angel with the sleeve. I still enjoy a beer every now and again and I still love sweets. But you will learn moderation. I am also a mindless eater, I eat when I'm bored, I eat when I'm happy, i like to sit with a bowl of pretzels while I read. But I've made the decision that I don't want to weigh 300lbs the rest of my life. unfortunately with the sleeve you cant "have your cake and eat it too" All that being said, I would highly recommend seeing a therapist of some sort and talk to someone about your vices. (I've even heard of some gals from another support group that go sit in on weight watchers meetings just to be accountable on a regular basis for what they put in their mouths, any little thing can help!) honestly we do have an eating disorder, and if you don't change the way you live, you will find something else like shopping, alcoholism, sex addict, hoarding... (NOT saying that it WILL happen, just saying were a little more prone to replace one bad habit with another). To sleeve or not to sleeve, that is the question, If this is the main concern I'd say there are resources that you can utilize so this isn't an issue. It was the BEST decision I've ever made. Best of luck with your journey, and your decision making. Its so worth it, especially with all of the resources we have at our fingertips! -
trading one disorder for a new one?
MichiganChic replied to DeezJeanz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
It's a known fact that there can be transfer addictions. Some people turn to alcohol, some turn to shopping. That doesn't mean it happens to everyone, but it's good to know its a risk. As far as obsessing over how much to eat, I'm not sure it's an addiction for all (could be for some, I suppose), but I think it's more about trying to get this right. There are rules we all need to live by with the sleeve, and in order to be successful, we have to change our ways. The sleeve will NOT change them for us. It takes a lot of energy and thought to do that, so it is a major topic of conversation, and you'll read here because this is where we come for support about changing our ways. I know that I will need to count calories and measure my food forever, or I will not keep the weight off. If it takes "obsession" for me to get there, I'm good with that. I hated being fat more than I knew, and I like being (almost) thin more than I ever dreamt possible. You might feel differently once you are post op. There are people here who say they don't want to ever be on a "diet" again, so they don't weight and measure, but I do believe they are mindful and purposeful in their eating habits. We are all unique, and have to find our own way. Not sure if that answers your question, but I wish you luck! -
trading one disorder for a new one?
Jen35 replied to DeezJeanz's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
I am 2 months post op and I have been seeing a therapist for 7 months. I really recommend this because I have an eating disorder. Food is my drug and I use it to avoid the emotional pain of my past. Realizing this was the first step, now I use that information (along with my sleeve) to make better choices. Being aware of my problem and working with an experienced therapist keeps me on track so far. I am also worried about picking up another addiction (like alcohol) so I'm very careful about those other vices. -
JULY 2013 BAND BUDDIES
aviva1979 replied to sprinkle715's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
A little rubbing alcohol will take the adhesive goo off. -
Many of the things we get addicted to the answer is to just elminate them all togehter, obviously with food we can't do that... I've quite smoking (haven't had a smoke in probably 30 years, can't even remember when I last smoked). I got way too close with drinking, but was able to turn that one around without eliminating it, then again I haven't had anything alcoholic since well before my surgery. Food so far in my early stages of this process has been easy to manage, I'm still only in my second month, so I have a long, long way to go. People are here to help and support you, but you are the only one that can truley help yourself. You have to fight the cravings, find healthy alternatives, and keep moving in the direction YOU want to go. It is YOUR choice. Then again I'm an old fart, what do I know...making bad choices is what got me here, that is about all I know.
