Question:
is it ok to have a glass of wine or two?

I've heard yes and I've heard no. I know I shouldn't because it's empty calories, has sugar and that a small amount of alcohol will have a big effect, but is there any medical reason not to? I don't want to do any damage.    — jerzeygirl71 (posted on June 1, 2002)

June 1, 2002
I must addmit. I drink a glass of wine every now and then. I am 9 1/2 mo post-opp. I have lost 112 pounds. I has never hurt me. I think the key to any thing is moderation. Yes, be careful it takes very little to make you feel the effects. Sorry I don't have any medical facts. Just experience.
   — Gail R.

June 9, 2002
i heard it is ok. ofcourse besides it is empty calories, but medically, it really shouldn't hurt you. My surgeon and head RN both told me this is okay. The RN had a gastric bypass and occassionally has some wine with dinner when she is out, so you don't have to deprive yourself! I wouldn't do more than one glass though, because i think one glass can make us quite drunk! :)
   — Lezlie Y.

June 9, 2002
Besides the empty calories, the post-op instructions that I got from my surgeon said <i>"After gastric bypass surgery, alcohol can be dangerous. It is absorbed much more quickly after surgery and will reach much higher levels in the blood, which flows into the liver. You will experience a greater degree of intoxication on very little alcohol because of rapid absorption. The simple rule is" never more than 2 drinks in a 24 hr period- and only on special occasions.</i> Hope that helps.
   — Sharon Neva