Does anyone else want a glass of wine???

[Florida Joe 7]

Surgery was 2 weeks ago. I have done fine with the pure liquid diet and liquid diet as well. Moving onto the " soft " phase this next week. I was wondering what everyone else's Dr is saying about having a glass of wine in the evening? Mine told me a glass is just fine, however not just yet. I know different Drs have different opinions and just curious what everyone else has been told.

[Sojourner 2,446]

My surgeon advised me to wait a year, and I did.

Alcoholic beverages are empty calories, which as a new Bandster you need to avoid. Also, post banding, less alcohol will have a greater effect on you.

The best approach is to discuss this with your surgeon.

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

I would follow whatever your doctor's instructions are. They all seem to have their own ideas on the topic so it's best to just stick with whatever yours says.

Personally, I stay away from alcohol most of the time because of the calories. If I do indulge once in awhile, I'm just careful to count the calories against my daily allowance.

[♕ajtexas♕ 3,771]

I have had a glass of wine every night since I got the band. Yes it is empty calories but I count them and enjoy my wine.

[slbparaz 7]

Funny that you propose that question... I was banded three weeks ago and the last fee days I have wanted a glass of wine or champaign.

[intelirish 714]

I have had a glass of wine every night since I got the band. Yes it is empty calories but I count them and enjoy my wine.

Amen to that i had my first small glass of wine last night. it was part of my calorie count made sure to walk extra long and i sure enjoyed.. My dr say's while yes it is empty calories that a single glass of wine once in a while will not hurt. When i asked does it matter how "large" the glass is he laughed and told me to use my own judgement....

[mrsto 2,925]

My doctor said it's fine, but not during the first three months. But he cautions on lax eating behavior when drinking. And I think he's right. I know that when I do drink, I usually indulge in things I wouldn't normally have. But that's just me

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

My doctor said it's fine, but not during the first three months. But he cautions on lax eating behavior when drinking. And I think he's right. I know that when I do drink, I usually indulge in things I wouldn't normally have. But that's just me

i want a couple cases of coors light if i am honest.........i intend to enjoy a glass during the holidays

agree with the others....empty calories, but enjoy

[mrsto 2,925]

i want a couple cases of coors light if i am honest.........

Sounds good.......what time should I be there? LOL!

[B-52 7,113]

I had a beer during the day cleaning the garage, the 2 Bloody Mary's when we went out last night for dinner....

You have to know your band, see the big picture, and know yourself.

I never did it within those first few months where I was still getting adjusted to the band, and vice-versa, and I fell into that "Groove" where everything started to happen naturally. Also at that time I leaned not to count, and set free from counting calories and dieting anymore.

[Bama53 214]

My doctor said it's fine, but not during the first three months. But he cautions on lax eating behavior when drinking. And I think he's right. I know that when I do drink, I usually indulge in things I wouldn't normally have. But that's just me

Same for me. Eat more when drinking.

[Bama53 214]

Oh how I miss my Sam Adams on game day!!! But for me personally, think it's best to stay away.