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Can you drink alcohol with a lap band?

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Yes: A lap band will restrict the volume of food you can eat, resulting in feeling full with less food. Liquid calories in the form of alcohol, shakes, lattes, etc can easily offset the decreased caloric intake and minimize weight loss.

Answered 8/24/2013

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Dr. Andrew Hoffman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

It's Possible...: Not that it is advised in any large amounts. Consider reading the following site: http://www.Malleysurgical.Com/news/lap-band-and-alcohol-can-you-drink-after-lap-band-surgery.Html.

Answered 6/5/2013

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