Can you "overstretch with fluid?"

[whitemountainmagic 0]

Hi Everyone~~

I was just banded one week ago....and I was wondering if you can overstretch your "pouch" on taking in to much Fluid? ? I am drinking alot and do not seem to be suffering any consequences...that concerns me a bit!

Thanks so much!

[Kerimhann 1]

Hi,

With liquids or even soft musshies you can not overstretch your "band". You should be drinking lots of Water and fresh juices btw.

[reverie 49]

No, liquids generally flow right through.

[vlp1968 83]

I believe liquids go right down to you big stomach, so don't worry. I disagree with the post that said to drink fresh juice. Juice has lots of calories and natural sugar. Your much better off eating a piece of fruit- you are getting Fiber that way. Best wishes!

[hokiemama 13]

My surgeon said to drink as much Water and broth as you want during the liquid phase (at least 64oz), with at least 3 Protein Shakes per day. I asked him if the Protein shakes should be measured and only consumer 4 oz at a time. He said "no", drink it all, it will go right through so no need to measure. He does not allow fruit juice on any phase due to calories and sugar.