[AmberLS]

Ok so anyone who's read 100% knows I fell off the OP wagon Friday, I didn't eat off plan but I went out with friends, I ended up having a few drinks and here's what I will say, I drank vodka and water with a splash of cranberry. I didn't get any more or less drunk than I did pre IP. Of course we are all different human beings. I haven't always been heavy, but I have always been a "drinker" I've always had a high tolerance for alcohol. I did have 2 glasses of water for every one drink, and the drinks were over the course of a night from 6pm-1am. I didn't have a hang over the next day but I don't usually. I did have a good time, I could have had the same good time without the alcohol. I am not condoning drinking I am saying what we need to remember is that we know our own bodies best. Do I recommend drinking while on OP, NO because we're not supposed to, we're on a diet! But I won't scare someone either. Use common sense.

[65X65]

Originally Posted by schenectady

I am not going to weigh in on the scientific part of this - I know that I have just decided this is one thing I will give up while trying to focus on regaining my health. It is just easier that way for me.

Often we encounter occasions where it seems really hard or unemotional or something to not drink, particularly in a social situation, at a family celebration, or whatever. For me, I need to pass it up as it becomes just one more excuse to justify something that I cannot ultimately handle in keeping OP.

My brother, visiting from the East Coast, recently gave me and my husband an incredible bottle of champagne that he wanted us to try. He is quite a wine lover. I thanked him profusely and asked him if we could save it until we finish our new house and use it to christen the house. By then, I should be on maintenance and most of it will spill when I whack it into the house - everyone can have tiny sips as part of the celebration.

He was not insulted and liked the idea. I dodged the bullet of potentially insulting my brother and his gift - I could have just explained but in this particular situation, I DID want to save it.

Some may think that the issue of not eating or drinking should be faced honestly and upfront but I think whatever works is what I will do. But I think that it probably is best if we keep in mind a reply and a strategy when confronted with alcohol as I just do not think it is the wisest thing to do.

It is important to remember you owe NO ONE an explanation of what you are doing. I sure do agree with Schenectedy, it is a good idea to have a strategy and some words in your head to handle situations as they arise that will take the focus where you want it. If you want to discuss...fine..but so many find that is not what they want and often is the last straw socially, and would prefer to not discuss this very personal decision.

If some one quit drinking because they had an alcohol problem...who would dare tread there with questions? It absolutely blows my mind what people will ask if they think you are "on a diet"!

And Schnectedy...congrats on your son's endorsement of how great you look!!!

[Lolo70]

Please don't whack an expensive bottle of champagne into a house. Use a cheap one and savor the good one. Champagne does not make you fat, cake with icing does. A good quality bottle is art and should be enjoyed in the company of good friends.

[jo4applerose]

Originally Posted by drd1961

My thoughts on alcohol or anything else someone may desire while in P1-P3 is that you should wait. This program is hard, expensive, but works. Why would you want to undo the work that you have done for one night of drinks. Once you are on maintenance, this type of thing can be worked into your plan, but right now, just enjoy the company, and looking good with the weight you have already lost.

Nicely said! Drinking is not an option and basically not even a choice....not if you are looking to lose weight.