Alochol

[Annecz]

Hello,

I'm six months into remission with a very restrictive diet. I have a big event coming and would like to better understand what occassional alcohol may be considered safest. I've had some preservative-free/organic red wine without issue, but that's never available in restaurants. Some postings have suggested distilled spirits are safest, but it's not clear what's best to add to those--juices, sodas, carbination, etc. I've been avoiding. I've read some people are good with champagne or Prosecco, but again those are carbonated. Any suggestions would be so appreciated.

Thank you,
Anne

[Gabes-Apg]

some spirits are distilled on grains so best to avoid these!

for spirits that are not distilled on grains having soda water or tonic water is a good option
I would avoid juice or carbonated drinks due to the preservatives/colourings they would contain

with ALL wines/champagnes there is no one safe variant. it depends on the manufacture process and types of preservatives they use.
(it can also depend on what they store/age the wine during manufacture)

in my early stages of healing I wasn't able to tolerate Australian made champagne/sparkling but could consume French made with no issues

if there is no safe option at a venue - I dont drink alcohol. not worth risking a flare.

[Marcia K]

Hello. I rarely drink alcohol, but I can tolerate white wine. I've had Moscato & Pinot Grigio without any issues. Never more than a small amount, though.

[Annecz]

Thank you Gabes and Marcia for your responses. I'll tread carefully with any potential alcohol. I am curious that soda water or tonic water was mentioned as possibly using with distrilled spirits; but since they're carbonated, would they not pose a potential issue?

Thank you,
Anne

[tex]

Hello Anne,

I see that no one answered your carbonation question. I'm not sure this is everyone's experience, but in my case, when my MC was active, gas buildup was a constant problem, and carbonated drinks just made it worse. After I was in remission, carbonated drinks didn't normally cause problems.

Tex

[Marcia K]

Hi, Anne. I agree with Tex. I've had club soda, but not until I was in remission for a few years. It didn't bother me then. I don't drink it often, but if I'm around people who are having alcohol, I'll have a club soda.

[Marcia K]

Hi, Anne. I agree with Tex. I've had club soda, but not until I was in remission for a few years. It didn't bother me then. I don't drink it often, but if I'm around people who are having alcohol, I'll have a club soda.

[Annecz]

Thank you Tex and Marcia. I appreciate your answering the carbonation question. Sounds like I need to wait a bit longer before trying a bit of soda water.

Anne

[Marcia K]

You're welcome, Anne. It is difficult to figure out what works for you. It takes time, but you'll soon be a pro.