Questions for Alcohol Drinkers ONLY!

[BestDayEver 418]

I waited two months and I didn't detect any difference in how I metabolized liquor. I felt like I got less of a buzz after surgery which seems to differ from most other people on this forum. There really isn't a lot of room for beer so I can only have a few ounces anyway. For now, I'd rather get my calories and carbs from food and that's just my preference. I just don't seem to enjoy alcohol as much I used to. In the past I could drink a whole bottle of champagne by myself . . Good times lol.

[lizcan 77]

3 months

No

No

No

I used to drink a bottle of wine over a week and now have a glass or two a week

[Cape Crooner 589]

Another question...actually a thought. It pertains to drinking while eating. I am already sensitive to when the valve at the bottom of my stomach is opening and closing. When I have thin puréed Soup, it goes right down. Cottage cheese gets tight after 2 ounces.

So, fast toward to dinner out and wine. It would seem to me that sipping wine (less than 2 ounces) along with solid food would not be enough liquid to open the stomach valve.

Anyone have and thoughts or experience with this?

[bikrchk 1,313]

1. 4 months

2. No.

3. No.

4. No.

[rnsamantha 352]

I waited three months and occasionally (once every 1-2 weeks) have a glass of wine. I used to be able to drink a whole bottle in an evening, now I buy the little 4 packs of 4oz bottles and can finish 1. No complications, no problems with addiction. I haven't even gotten tipsy off my 1 glass, but it makes me full so I don't continue to drink more.

[rp1980 116]

I waited five months. No to all the other questions. I mainly drink wine, but I will have a cocktail on occasion. I get tipsy off 1-2 glasses of red wine, but not liquor. I've only had a few sips of beer. I loved beer pre surgery but I don't have the same taste for it right now. I drink about once a week, but it'll be the first thing to go if I see my weight stall.

[jaxmom1974 53]

So, I'm first to say that I love my cocktails!!! I'm only 4 1/2 months out so I haven't started drinking yet, but my NUT told me that one 4oz glass of wine can slow your metabolism for up to 24hrs. That scared me straight! So, I'm not a alcohol hater, that little tidbit made me reconsider taking a drink! Lol

[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

So, I'm first to say that I love my cocktails!!! I'm only 4 1/2 months out so I haven't started drinking yet, but my NUT told me that one 4oz glass of wine can slow your metabolism for up to 24hrs. That scared me straight! So, I'm not a alcohol hater, that little tidbit made me reconsider taking a drink! Lol

I had never heard that before.

But after some quick google-fu, and although this truism is repeated a lot online, apparently there's no clear-cut relationship between alcohol and obesity / metabolism / weight gain or loss. In fact, the relationship sounds fairly nuanced, depending on how much you drink, how often you drink, how obese / active you are, etc.:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alcohol_and_weight

One of the research findings includes this one: "Alcohol also appears to increase metabolic rate significantly, thus causing more calories to be burned rather than stored in the body as fat (Klesges et al., 1994)"

[clueless952002 5]

I'm glad this was brought up in this way. It's hard for non drinkers to relate. I haven't been sleeved yet but it's good to hear I may not have to swear off alcohol forever. I live in a state where recreational marijuana is legal. Has anyone had any edibles post sleeve?

[ttdish 315]

This is by far the best thread I've seen on alcohol on here. I appreciate that there aren't any nasty comments (yet). Following....

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[pimmar 30]

Agree with Trish

[LVGhostgirl 84]

1- I waited about

6 - 8 weeks

2- I have had no medical issues at all. And alcohol do not effect my surgery.

3- I have not gained any weight attributed to alcohol, I'm down 75 lbs. And still loosing!!

4- I'm not an alcoholic! And have not developed alcoholism.. lol I'm not addicted.

I enjoy spirits. And I drink coffee too!

[LadyK44 263]

Okay I am not saying follow my example and for others this is what I did my body my way!

1. 3 months and yes that is one on the longest time I gone without a drink. No I'm not alcoholic and I only drink at times! Vodka, Rum, Brandy, ect! I would say do the research and decide for yourself!

2. No

3. No

4. No

I don't drink every day or every week! I am sleeved and I am carful not to consume too much!

Edited October 26, 2015 by LadyK44

[Cape Crooner 589]

Thanks for all your responses (both here and via PM).

Although I'm months away from venturing into social drinking waters, I'm thinking about how I'll proceed when that day comes.

I have been enjoying (greatly) a spicy Virgin Mary around "Cocktail Hour" and I'm thinking that when I'm ready to give alcohol a test drive, I'll start by adding a little vodka and seeing how it goes (I'm thinking a half shot or so).

Any bloody mary drinkers out there try this this approach?

[linzdiane 10]

Good questions!

How long did I wait? About 3-4 weeks. Wanted to make sure I was getting my full 64 oz of liquids first before any alcohol. For fear of dehydration!

Any complications? I'm a big wine drinker and most of the time the acidity gives me major reflux or heart burn. Liquor I haven't noticed a problem. Don't mix with sugary stuff, high sugar can cause some "dumping" effects. Still can't handle carbonation, champagne, or beer, one sip can be painful.

Weight gain? None, still loosing and I'm 6 months out. Drink much less than prior to surgery. Sip much slower.

Addiction? I can stop whenever. It doesn't go down as fast and easy as it use too.