Energy drinks with the lap band?

[gMommy 4]

Hi Everyone,

I have been struggling all day to stay awake at work. I have a desk job so I am usually sittng most of the day. I am on my second cup of coffe. I haven't really had an any in 2 weeks.

I know if I eat Snacks I will be able to stay awake for aleast an hour. But, I don't want to do that.

Has anybody tired those 5 hour energy drinks? I haven't. Will it help me stay awake?

[Papillon Princess 13]

Check with your surgeon on if it's allowed. My surgeon doesn't allow any form of stimulants (energy drinks, caffeine, "natural" remedies, etc) as they said these can also "stimulate" the appetite. So you may want to consider working through it if possible. I see you recently had your surgery so your body may very well still be adapting and you could experience some fatigue. Make sure you're taking your Vitamins

[Jenn1214 120]

Are you getting enough Water? You could be dehydrated...I know I had that problem before surgery and felt better once I started drinking the recommended amount.

[gMommy 4]

Being dehydrated can lead to being sleepy? Hmm, that is a new one to me. I've had a hard time getting in as much Fluid as I normally drink. I used to just chug down Water. Now I have to do just a couple of sips at a time. I noticed in the past 4 days that I am able to take in bigger sips. But, I am so worried about stretching out my pouch, that I am still taking the sips one or two at a time.

Has anybody stretched out their pouches from drinking too much, too fast?