Question:
Is grapefruit juice okay to drink in the morning post op RNY?

I was just wondering if grapefruit juice is okay to drink in the morning post-op RNY? Is there too much natural sugars or calories for us?    — Allison T. (posted on August 4, 2002)

August 4, 2002
I tend to think that GF juuice is too high in sugars, even the unsweetened ones. Check the label and if you can drink the 4 oz and get single digit sugar g, it might be OK. The only thing I'd worry about is the acid. Are you talking first thing, on empty? Ask your doc about that one. When I read your question, my pouch HURT! Ow.
   — vitalady

August 4, 2002
I could successfully eat grapefruits (never tried straight "grapefruit juice") starting about 2 months post-op. YUMM!!!
   — Terissa R.

August 4, 2002
I have really been craving grapefruit and I put alot of artifical sugar on it. The sweeter the better. And I can't seem to get enough of anything that is grapefruit flavor. Weird as although I've never hated grapefruit, but neither was I very fond of it pre op. You are around 4 months post op (I think). Sure seems like it would be safe. So far I've never had a problem with sugars in fruit. So just try alittle at first to be sure. Seems like a healthy way to start the day.
   — Danmark

August 4, 2002
once your healed up good it shouldnt be a problem except the calories in juices can slow the loss.<P> Better to eat real grapefruit, its somehat filling and yummy with splendsa. I had some tonight. Be warned the small jars bottles of some juices have lots of added sugar and thus more calories. cCitrus before a couple months isnt a good idea the acid can be tough on your new tummy.
   — bob-haller