Has Anyone Had a Drink?

Hi to All: Good news on my end. I am 17 weeks post op and I have lost 123 lbs. I couldn't be happier. I am just wondering if anyone has had any alcohol at this stage. I would like to have an occasional glass of wine or something but I am not sure what the effects will be. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Donna: I've tried one wine cooler, one hard cider and one fruity "malt beverage". The first one got me reeeeallly drunk reeeeaalllly fast; the second one gave me a terrible headache and the third gave me a milder headache. I'm not sure if either reaction was surgery-related, but I never had the problems before. I am very reticent about trying again.

HI bette, ??? for you. Did the carbonation in the wine cooler or malt beverage bother you in any way??? Thanks Gigi

Yes I have tried a couple of different drinks, they really hit you fast! We are real cheap dates, both with the food and the drinks! I started with wine. Every couple of weeks I try somthing different. As I don't drink that often; it has been fine! Everyone is different! Try and see.

I have had a few beverages. I'm never able to finish an entire glass of wine, but it's nice to have the ability to enjoy a few sips. The best thing I did was have coffee with Bailey's (my favorite winter drink). It went down so nicely. It definitely hits you much harder that pre-op. I haven't tried anything with carbonation yet. Kathy F.

Hi Donna! Haven't heard from you in awhile!! heehee I drink wine. I have a TGIF routine where I have a glass or two. I have yet to have anything carbonated and don't intend to. I hear it can stretch the pouch so I don't. I also get buzzed very easily and make sure I drink a pinot grigio since it seems to have less sugar. Although wine is "all natural". Last weekend I had a Vodka Seabreeze which I think has juice in it and it didn't bother me at all. I don't think I have to worry too much since I don't get beyond 2 drinks! Cheapo date that I am. Hope this helps! Cheryl