Alcohol

[skinnybitchgoals 49]

I'm 3 months post op. I'm at a stall. Lately I've been socializing a lot and I've been drinking alcohol. I have like 2-3 drinks, rarely any carbonation.

Is this ok? I feel fine. I don't get sick.

Anyone wanna share their thoughts?

[JamieLogical 8,727]

I was told it's fine to drink occasionally, but to be careful about drinking too much or too often. You say you've been socializing "a lot". How frequently is that?

[woo woo 872]

It could be the extra cals from the drinks.

Try cutting them out for a few weeks and see if the weight starts dropping again.

[Tauruslady5 154]

HI.

Three words: LOTS OF SUGAR. Sugar breaks down into what? FAT...... This could be why you are not losing weight. Carbs and Sugars = NOT GOOD>

Sorry to be blunt.

Annamarie.

[AvaFern 3,516]

Medically it's fine to drink in moderation after the sleeve, however just remember to count those calories. When I socialize, I'm not a big drinker but I do tend to snack more, so don't forget to add in the handful of chips, or the bite of wings, or all of the other things we mindlessly consume when we are drinking and having fun with friends. Also, I am a fan of girly drinks, so while the shot of tequila in the margarita isn't a ton of calories, all the sugar in the mix is not really the greatest thing for a diet. When I did drink more frequently I found that I weighed more than when I didn't....but technically as long as you're accounting for all of the empty calories, then enjoy drinking dinner occassionally, lol.

[CowgirlJane 14,260]

Okay, my tummy couldn't handle booze so soon after surgery. I tried a few sips of red wine about 4-5 months post op and it burned...

I waited till I was at goal in all honesty but I had alot to lose and felt that sense of urgency to take advantage of the "honeymoon" period to get to goal.

Now, when i go out, if I drink it is typically a vodka/soda/lime. Yes, some carbonation, but the mixer doesn't have sugar carbs in it. I also have it in a tall tall glass so it lasts me a long time - I have one drink usually.

Then, I chose to go to places that have GOOD apps, not deep fried, but things like shrimp skewers, or other "clean food". I eat it bascially as my dinner, and NOT chips or fries.

[Sunnybaby 95]

I have gone out twice in the last year and drank. We were told it was a bad idea because the drinks are super high in calories and sugar. When I drank I got drunk fast and sobered up fast but the calories weren't worth it to me.

[Sherry W 23]

I have gone out twice in the last year and drank. We were told it was a bad idea because the drinks are super high in calories and sugar. When I drank I got drunk fast and sobered up fast but the calories weren't worth it to me.

I drink Vodka and I am almost at 3 months. I consider the Calories in my Daily food Plan. Sugar is a worry if you are using Mixers. My tummy tolerates Alcohol much better than food, and it is more enjoyable.

[JamieLogical 8,727]

I got drunk fast and sobered up fast but the calories weren't worth it to me.

That's been my experience with alcohol post-op as well. I get buzzed/drunk from way less alcohol now than I did pre-sleeve, but I also sober up super quick.

[LSF 264]

I haven't had alcohol yet but I use the Crystal Light liquid now with Water. When I do plan to have a drink, I want to try Vodka w/ ice water and I'll squirt some of my Crystal Light liquid for flavor. I want to stay away from the sugary drinks