Is it 30 minutes after a meal?

[cfred 2]

How long do most of you wait to drink after a meal?

I stop drinking 30 minutes before and wait 30-45 minutes after a meal before drinking again. I've been reading some people wait 1.5 hours after... HMM, now I'm wondering if I'm drinking to soon.

[marywalker20 0]

I won't get the band for a couple of weeks yet, but at our nutrition meeting they told us that it was crucial that you not eat for 90 minutes following a meal. Hope this helps, and congrats on the 33 lb weight loss. You are doing really great!!!

[WASaBubbleButt 41]

My doc says 2 hours. The longer you wait to drink the longer you stay full.

Also, some folks PB if they drink w/meals.

[FarmerE 0]

Mine told me an 60 to 90 minutes. I think this may just be one of those differences that are like the post-op diet differences.

[juno610 1]

My doc said 45-60 minutes. I agree with FarmerE -- it's just one of those things that is different for everyone. I also agree with the other posters though -- the longer you wait to drink, the longer you'll stay full. Seems logical!

[Teachlady 3]

My doc's rules are not to drink 15 minutes before and 1 hour after a meal. BUT that's MY doc. As with all band issues, each doc and nutritionist is different. Do what YOUR doc says.

[juliegeraci 7]

After I don't have that full feeling I drink. Typicall it is 15 minutes or so.

[uniqueone 0]

I am SO glad it was posted that one stays full longer if they don't drink soon after a meal. I had conveniently blown this tidbit of information off. I was drinking within 30 min. or sooner after my meals and yes, I am sure I was feeling hungry faster than I would if I hadn't. My doc had said an hour or longer after meals; I guess I will follow his instruction!!

[chimboree26 24]

My doc says remember the 30/30 rule. No drinking 30 mins before or 30 mins after. Just follow whatever your doc says.