Scott83 1 Posted June 12, 2016 I had vsg surgery 5 weeks ago and have a trip to the races coming up, any ideas on alcoholic beverages that are not carbonated for me to drink? Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobey 177 Posted June 12, 2016 Wine and cocktails without a soft drink mixer maybe, I don't know as I'm only 6 days out but I used to work in a bar Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KindaFamiliar 3,867 Posted June 12, 2016 Is this a serious question or a trolling? It can't be serious... Surely.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jobey 177 Posted June 12, 2016 I didn't even think about trolling, what a blonde duh lol Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scott83 1 Posted June 12, 2016 Why would it be trolling? Simple enough question Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ButterflySeoul 98 Posted June 12, 2016 Because if you truly are 5 weeks out, then it should probably be still pretty fresh in your mind that alcohol is not only just not a good idea, but genuinely a pretty bad idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Christinamo7 4,042 Posted June 12, 2016 you do realize that alcohol is straight up carbs, right? and not complex ones. while I do plan to have wine and whiskey on occasion - *IF* my body tolerates it - no way am I going to do so until months and months later. and transfer addiction is a real thing. but, what does your program say about alcohol? some allow it some don't but I've never seen a plan allow for it that soon. what can you drink that is non alcoholic but would fit with your plan and not make you feel like you are standing out in the crowd? might be a better game plan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ibedebi 5 Posted June 13, 2016 I've had a couple of skinny margaritas. Definitely felt the alcohol burn going down. Don't think an occasional drink is going to cause you to lose control of your diet. I'm 8 weeks out btw. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sophie74656 1,572 Posted June 13, 2016 what does your program say about alcohol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scotchjade 59 Posted June 13, 2016 My Nurse Practitioner allows for non carbonated alcohol at the one month mark, in moderation. As I am not a drinker, it is a non-issue for me, but yes, some programs allow for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scott83 1 Posted June 13, 2016 Yes my bariatric team allow it too but there's certain people on this forum that think they no more than my professional team, just look at a few of the comments above, they must have a degree in weight loss surgery the way they start pointing the finger, simple question and alls I want is a few ideas for non fizzy drinks and you get morons telling me I shouldn't be doing it, it won't be excessive drinking just 1 or 2 to be sociable Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Clarevoyant 347 Posted June 13, 2016 My plan allows for alcohol after one month. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4MRB4PHOTO 3,900 Posted June 13, 2016 If you really want to stir up the hornets nest, say you will drink it through a straw. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tssiemer1 549 Posted June 13, 2016 I can use straws... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rydersmama 804 Posted June 14, 2016 When I've had the odd drink I've had crystal light ice tea mixed with Water and white rum. Tastes pretty good Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites