What does the literature say about having a couple of drinks of whiskey?
sheilamcdonough56
Sep 30, 2022 12:38 pm
ron in mich
Sep 30, 2022 1:09 pm
Hi Sheila, I've not had any problems with the occasional mixed drink or two.
bowsprit
Sep 30, 2022 1:32 pm
Nothing wrong with it except increased output in some cases. Best in moderation. I heard an American doctor say once that they have known for a long time that two or three drinks are good for you, but they don't harp on it knowing that some people will think that if two or three are good, then ten is even better!
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zackpatjunior
Oct 03, 2022 4:40 am
I am careful about eating fresh vegetables such as lettuce and cabbage. They don't really digest and can clog the appliance drain.
stevenledlow98
Oct 03, 2022 4:48 pm
I have been drinking since my surgery 2 years ago. I don't drink every day, but I do drink different types of liquor and have never had any issues.
Braveheart
Dec 03, 2025 10:29 pm
I once had a doctor explain that during the takedown of my Koch pouch, the surgeon removed the section of my intestines that regulates acidity. I may not fully understand the medical details, but I do know that I have difficulty with food or drinks that are too acidic. To manage this, I need to drink baking soda and take fiber to counteract the effects.
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