Drinking

[moppet 19]

Has anyone started drinking alcohol yet? I know we are not supposed to. But I'm curious how everyone deals with social events. Is there a go to 'safe' recommended drink? Will I really never have a pint of beer again??

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[danyelleb 386]

I can't remember how far post op I was, but I want to say it was 6 months or later. I recall being a very cheap drunk. Lol. One drink was all I needed. I did find that I cycled quickly (i.e. Drink, buzz, perfectly fine and ready to drink again). I'm not a big drinker, so I really don't drink. Maybe I'll have a drink or two every three months or so. No beer or big margaritas- no room.

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[moppet 19]

Thank you!

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[IJustWant2BeALoser 38]

My Surgeon was realistic, he said if I'm going to drink, stick to liquor. Beer is way too heavy for a new tummy

[Sophie74656 1,572]

I was told that we couldn't have any for three months. Since then I've had some wine and some beer, but I'm not much of a drinker. Most likely yes, you will never have a pint of beer again, only because it won't fit in you. You would probably be able to have a few sips before feeling full.

nothing against the poster but I find it interesting how much people worry about alcohol. don't drink much so it's not a big deal for me but I find it interesting to see people worrying about not being able to have a beer again. I would think that loosing weight and becoming healthy is more important than some alcohol.

I felt similar about not being able to binge at a buffet, but I keep telling myself that it's a small price to pay for loosing all the weight

[snokb04 60]

We were told not for a year and then not more than one or two. I just went to a social event where the drinks were wine, liquor and mixers (carbonation). I took my own drinks (Water and some diet v-8 splash) because I asked about this from the hostess beforehand. I've never been one to feel like I have to drink even if it was all my friends and me at a bar so my friends are used to me sometimes not drinking. Once my year is up, I will if I want.

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Edited May 10, 2016 by snokb04

[beggingtobehealthy 97]

My surgeon said to try to stick to vodka so I get creative and do vodka Water and mio. But since I can't drink much at once I can never finish the drink

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[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

Search this site for alcohol. You'll find more opinions than you can possibly believe!