Can you drink after having a gastric bypass?
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Check out \nhttp://www.obesityhelp.com\n\nI have read from many patients that sometimes they get the dumping syndrome when drinking alcohol that has lots of sugar in it (mixed drinks)...and they get drunk very fast...like after one or two drinks....\n\nPlease remember that most surgeons do not want you to drink anything at all while eating....they suggest that you drink before eating and after....drinking anything at all will cause you to feel full and you will not want to eat...I would talk to your surgeon to see what he/she recommends
416682
ignore the answer above, your body cells will not lyse after a drink as they imply.  these drinks are supposed to be isotonic with body cells but in reality they are little more use than water, there are a number of lawsuits going on in england to force these manufacturers to change the way they advertise these products.  the idea was that by mimicking the solute concs in a cell then the uptake of the drink would be more rapid, in reality the body deals with these drinks in pretty much the same way as it does with other foods.  the only reason that they needed a basic working knowledge of homeostasis was so that they could pretend it was some kind of super drink and sell more units, its an advertising gimmick, nothing more
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I just had the surgery December 12th 2005 and I was 4'9" 220 pounds . So far I have lost 54 pounds so I'm at 166 right now and still losing . I havn't had any comlications and never have been sick . I feel great ! The reason a person loses so much is because the stomach is reduced a lot smaller than normal . I get about 500 or less calories a day . 1/2 of the calories being from one protein drink . I take vitamins daily . I am not hungry like I would be on a regular diet before so that really helps in losing weight too . A lot of people say people like myself have take the easy way out . Easy way out haha they have got to be kidding . There is a lot a person can not have after this surgery not that I'm complaining but this is not like a regular diet where you can stop the diet and start eater sugary foods again . So knowing that I can't have things also helps with me losing the weight . I have no regrets about this surgery . I'm working my way to get between 100-115 pounds and I am so determined to do so . Tell your sister good luck !\n\nAngel
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Yes.  The protien and sugar (lactose) will help recovery.  As the other poster suggested, fat is an issue.  But choose lowfat or nonfat milk and that problem is reduced.\n\nThe article cited below suggests chocolate milk might be an even better choice!\n\nI like water best, myself.
358883
Yep, in the future either do not drink or drink a minimum of 4 liters of water prior to going out drinking. Then just before drinking take 400mg of ibuprophen. Continue to drink water throughout the night. Then when you get home or just before you pass out drink another 8 ounces (240 mL). I have never had a hangover using this method.
110447
Because when you have gastric by pass you cant just think just by doing that, you will lose weight. You have to eat right and still exercise in order for it to work. If you do nothing and still eat like you did before the surgery then your stomach will stretch back out and it wont work. Thats why.
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I have had gastric bypass surgery, I would be happy to talk to you about it and answer any questions you have, you can shoot me an e-mail if ya like or IM me on yahoo.  Its a big decision for anyone.  I can honestly say that its the best decision I ever made for my health
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If you are Diabetic and you insist on consuming alcohol keep the following guidelines in mind:\n-- Never drink on an empty stomach. Alcohol on an empty stomach can cause a low blood sugar reaction in a diabetic. \n-- Food with the drink! \n-- Avoid mixers / mixed drinks / flavored liquors that contain loads of sugar. Choose light beers, white wine, diet drink (as a mixer).\n-- Drink only when your Diabetes is in good control (check your BG to make sure) and only when your health care team says it is OK.\n\nMost people think that alcohol actually raises blood sugar levels, but in fact it doesn't. Alcohol isn't metabolized into glucose and therefore can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Be sure to follow the guidelines above if you drink. The best advice for the diabetic drinker is DON'T DRINK! Sorry!
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Weight loss does occur in some people after any surgery, but this is incidental (except after gastric bypass and the like).  Removal of the gall bladder in and of itself has no such intended effect.  One of the common sympotms of a diseased or obstructed gall bladder is a flare up of discomfort after eating fatty foods.  One may argue, that the removal of the GB may actualy allow a person to eat MORE fat!
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You'll want to wait until the baby is older.  You'll be in the hospital for a few days and very sore from surgery afterward.\n\nKeep in mind that bariatric surgery isn't a cure all.  At the Kimkins Diet site we have members who had surgery and still remained overweight because they didn't change their food choices.\n\nIn addition, you'll find it difficult to eat many foods.  They don't fit through the new small stomach opening.  \n\nWhat you WILL be able to eat is plenty of high calorie food that turns liquid and passes right through like mashed potatoes, gravy, sugar cereal, milk, soda, cheesecake, pastries, rice, beer, milkshakes, candy, rum, wine and vodka.
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aramse.the function of the gallbladder is to concentrate your bile and nothing else. bile is produced by liver and the water content is almost 95-96% when it is released from liver. it then comes into our gallbladder just to have some water absorbed and then the water content diminishes down to 87-88%. that's all. rest of all the contents of the bile which is necessary to keep up ur important body functions are retained as previous. so there should not be any problem. but be careful with fatty foods especially in the parties. it may produce some gastric discomfort as the bile is not so concentrated to digest the fatty foods properly. apart from this there is no problem.\nprobably u r recently going to have cholecystectomy.don't worry, u will be as well after the operation as u were before.
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no, you cannot eat, drink of swallow testosterone.  Testosterone is a steroid and needs to get into your blood stream to function.  The reason you use a patch, gel, or cream is because it can diffuse through the skin and get into the blood.  If you tried to eat it, it would have to go through the walls of your stomach to get into the blood (like alcohol), but the problem is that the stomach acid and other gastric juices break down steroids because they are made out of cholesterol and fat, so if you ate it or drank it the body would treat it like any other fat and break it down, thus defeating its purpose.  The thing about steroids is that it doesn't matter where you put them.  You can put it on your foot, under your sock or shoe and it will work just as well as if you put it on your arm or shoulder or chest.  Just find a place where it won't fall off.  I have heard people have success with putting it on their waist so that the belt keeps it tight and in place.  Of course, you can also switch to the gel or cream like other people have already said.
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Yes!  Your brain doesn't differentiate between hunger and thirst so a lot of times, those hunger pangs can be stifled by rehydrating and you won't intake calories that your body doesn't actually need.  Most people operate continually dehydrated.  If you got all the water you need -6 to 8 glasses a day- your body would have a lot easier time functioning (including increased metabolic function).  Also, drinking more water won't just help you lose weight -- it'll help you lose inches.  If your body is used to not getting enough water, it stores all that it can.  If you're giving it all it needs, you'll have less water retention!
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Here's some links that will help you find your answer. :)\n\nI had gastric bypass surgery in April 2005.  I started out at 268, now I’m 180 and holding, after  1 year and 7 months.  These links will help you in many ways to make a decision if this is for you or  not.  I vote yes, because it made such a difference in my life. I was taking 8 pills a day, and after my surgery, I lost my diabetes.  The way they do the surgery, takes your diabetes away.  I no longer have to take glucophage, and I no longer  have high Cholesterol or high blood pressure.  I’m down to 2 pills a day.  I went from a  size 26-28 to a 16-18.\nMost people struggle with paying for  the surgery.  Go to this site, it is a great support system for you, because it’s only people who have had gastric bypass.  Every insurance program has been rated, and you’ll get tips on how to deal with your insurance company, as well as, surgery tips, food tips, and just support. http://www.obesityhelp.com/\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass/HQ01465\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass-diet/WT00007\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass-surgery/AN01378\nVitamins I take…  you have to be very faithful about taking them after surgery, because you can become very sick if you don’t.  There were recommended by my surgeon and nutritionist.\nhttp://www.walgreens.com/store/product.jsp?CATID=301120&navAction=jump&navCount=0&id=prod403359\nThere is a very good web site by a guy named Basil White.  He’s a govt. worker and a comedian.  He walks you through everything. Very interesting. He had the surgery and did well.\nhttp://www.basilwhite.com/gastric/\nSome other helpful links…\nhttp://dir.yahoo.com/Health/Diseases_and_Conditions/Obesity/Gastric_Bypass_Surgery/\nhttp://www.stapleclub.com/general_info.htm\nhttp://www.locateadoc.com/articles.cfm/1454/1337\nhttp://www.dhmc.org/webpage.cfm?site_id=2&org_id=28&morg_id=0&sec_id=0&gsec_id=35507&item_id=35508\nhttp://www.mygastricbypass.com/\nhttp://www.gwdocs.com/health/eHA-eHA_Content_C-Generic_Content_Page_Template_1131123706877.html\nGood luck with your surgery and new life!
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Gastric Bypass?\n\nDiet and exercise...nah! Too much work, definitely bypass.
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Gastric bypass: Is this weight-loss surgery for you?\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass/HQ01465\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass-diet/WT00007\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/gastric-bypass-surgery/AN01378\n\nI had gastric bypass surgery in April 2005.  I started out at 268, now I’m 180 and holding, after  1 year and 7 months.  These links will help you in many ways to make a decision if this is for you or not.  I vote yes, because it made such a difference in my life. I was taking 8 pills a day, and after my surgery, I lost my diabetes.  The way they do the surgery, takes your diabetes away.  I no longer have to take glucophage, and I no longer have high Cholesterol or high blood pressure.  I’m down to 2 pills a day.  I went from a size 26-28 to a 16-18.\nMost people struggle with paying for the surgery.  Go to this site, it is a great support system for you, because it’s only people who have had gastric bypass.  Every insurance program has been rated, and you’ll get tips on how to deal with your insurance company, as well as, surgery tips, food tips, and just support. http://www.obesityhelp.com/\nThere is a very good web site by a guy named Basil White.  He’s a govt. worker and a comedian.  He walks you through everything. Very interesting. He had the surgery and did well.\nhttp://www.basilwhite.com/gastric/\nSome other helpful links…\nhttp://dir.yahoo.com/Health/Diseases_and_Conditions/Obesity/Gastric_Bypass_Surgery/\n\nhttp://www.stapleclub.com/general_info.htm\nhttp://www.locateadoc.com/articles.cfm/1454/1337\nhttp://www.dhmc.org/webpage.cfm?site_id=2&org_id=28&morg_id=0&sec_id=0&gsec_id=35507&item_id=35508\nhttp://www.mygastricbypass.com/\nhttp://www.gwdocs.com/health/eHA-eHA_Content_C-Generic_Content_Page_Template_1131123706877.html\nGood luck with your surgery and new life!
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yes and no.  There reaches a point where your body will start retaining the little bit of water you do take in.  Weight watchers, of which I am a member, recommends that you drink 8 glasses (8oz each) of water in order to be healthy and help to stop from being hungry.  Although I wouldn't drink anything before a weigh-in, I do believe in keeping well hydrated.