jen1016 Posted February 11, 2014 #1 Share Posted February 11, 2014 I know this is going to seem like a crazy question, but does anyone know where I can find the nutritional information on the frozen drinks served on the ships? I had gastric bypass surgery a few months ago and I am prepared for eating and what my choices will be for the week, but I am trying to decide if I want to try having a virgin frozen drink, like a Miami Vice or something like that. Thanks, Jen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy cruzin Posted February 11, 2014 #2 Share Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) I know this is going to seem like a crazy question, but does anyone know where I can find the nutritional information on the frozen drinks served on the ships? I had gastric bypass surgery a few months ago and I am prepared for eating and what my choices will be for the week, but I am trying to decide if I want to try having a virgin frozen drink, like a Miami Vice or something like that. Thanks, Jen I don't....but maybe if you call the Special Needs department they would have that info. Try this: http://m.carnival.com/legal/guests-special-requirements.aspx Pretty sure the dietary section applies to your question. :) Sent from my phone - using the Cruise Critic forums app Edited February 11, 2014 by happy cruzin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jen1016 Posted February 11, 2014 Author #3 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Thanks. I did google it and check out recipes, so they do seem quite high in calories. I may just have to get one of my friend's to order one and have a few sips of theirs! LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mysticks1 Posted February 11, 2014 #4 Share Posted February 11, 2014 This site might give you an idea of what is in them. You can put in different drinks into their search field. I put Frozen Margarita in it. http://www.fatsecret.com/calories-nutrition/search?q=Frozen+margarita+ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockbock Posted February 11, 2014 #5 Share Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) This site might give you an idea of what is in them. You can put in different drinks into their search field. I put Frozen Margarita in it. http://www.fatsecret.com/calories-nutrition/search?q=Frozen+margarita+ Sites like this are so misleading and get people into trouble with their diets. There is NO WAY that ANY frozen alcoholic beverage on a Carnival cruise is +/- 200 calories. Probably closer to 3 times that amount. Edited February 11, 2014 by rockbock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gypsydrifting Posted February 11, 2014 #6 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Most frozen drinks, regardless of where they are from, are your worst possible choice. If you want to try it, have a bit of someone elses. Sent from my VS870 4G using Xparent Pink Tapatalk 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mysticks1 Posted February 11, 2014 #7 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Sites like this are so misleading and get people into trouble with their diets. There is NO WAY that ANY frozen alcoholic beverage on a Carnival cruise is +/- 200 calories. Probably closer to 3 times that amount. I didn't say the information there was a drink from any cruise. It states where those numbers are coming from be it a drink from a specific restaurant, etc. A lot of the drinks listed there even give the calories to you by the ounce so that you can do your own math. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
awhcruiser Posted February 11, 2014 #8 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Sugar and empty calories. Best to stay away from those sugary drinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artemus Posted February 11, 2014 #9 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Most (if not all) of the frozen drinks are tee-totally loaded with sugar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jen1016 Posted February 11, 2014 Author #10 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Thanks for everyone's responses! I wasn't sure how the frozen drinks were made, if it was a mix or some kind of fruit juices etc. I will definitely stay away :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hattack Posted February 11, 2014 #11 Share Posted February 11, 2014 You might check with your hospital's dietitian for suggestions on what you can drink....print out the receipe and bring a few copies with you on your cruise...make friends with a few bartenders in different locations of the ship who will make up your very own drink of the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Wanna_Cruize Posted February 11, 2014 #12 Share Posted February 11, 2014 You might check with your hospital's dietitian for suggestions on what you can drink....print out the receipe and bring a few copies with you on your cruise...make friends with a few bartenders in different locations of the ship who will make up your very own drink of the day Stay away from the frozen boat drinks, they are loaded with sugar & calories. Just have a 'Skinny Pirate" - Captain Morgan & Diet Coke. Although, since they aren't carrying Capt. Morgan anymore, I guess it will be that other spiced rum. Or Vodka & sparkling water & a splash of one of the Crystal-Lite mixes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueteam Posted February 11, 2014 #13 Share Posted February 11, 2014 Sugar and empty calories. Best to stay away from those sugary drinks. I'm halfway grateful for your kind advice, and halfway furious at you for trying to ruin my vacation! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 cruzen Posted February 11, 2014 #14 Share Posted February 11, 2014 I'm halfway grateful for your kind advice, and halfway furious at you for trying to ruin my vacation! :) :D not happening for me...I'll gladly give up dessert at lunch and have me a frozen drink anytime! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funinthesun1964 Posted February 12, 2014 #15 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I'm halfway grateful for your kind advice, and halfway furious at you for trying to ruin my vacation! :) Ha, I was just thinking the same thing. I will be on the Freedom next Saturday, and was really looking forward to a Funship Special. Now I feel totally guilty about all the sugar and calories :o:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dettlja Posted February 12, 2014 #16 Share Posted February 12, 2014 My husband and I have both had gastric bypass. We dont worry about counting calories and we both enjoy occasional alcoholic beverages. But, that being said, anything with lots of sugar like frozen drinks and ice cream is cause for major gastric upset. If you do decide to get a frozen drink, virgin or not, take it slow and make sure it isnt going to make you sick. I can usually tell within just a sip or two if something is going to agree with me or not. But, I'm 5+ years out so I know my stomach pretty well by now. Enjoy your cruise! We find the mdr portions perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueteam Posted February 12, 2014 #17 Share Posted February 12, 2014 Ha, I was just thinking the same thing. I will be on the Freedom next Saturday, and was really looking forward to a Funship Special. Now I feel totally guilty about all the sugar and calories :o:eek: Last cruise I went straight to the fitness center after embarkation and weighed. Then weighed again the last morning. Gained 11 lbs in 7 days! Hoping to beat my record next week. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jen1016 Posted February 12, 2014 Author #18 Share Posted February 12, 2014 My husband and I have both had gastric bypass. We dont worry about counting calories and we both enjoy occasional alcoholic beverages. But, that being said, anything with lots of sugar like frozen drinks and ice cream is cause for major gastric upset. If you do decide to get a frozen drink, virgin or not, take it slow and make sure it isnt going to make you sick. I can usually tell within just a sip or two if something is going to agree with me or not. But, I'm 5+ years out so I know my stomach pretty well by now. Enjoy your cruise! We find the mdr portions perfect! Thanks ... I have had tried a few things here at home, with more sugar in it and so far, I have done okay. But, I am sure it's not something I want to test on the ship!! I am going to try drink here at home this weekend and see how that goes ... and perhaps will just stick with rum and some crystal light or something like that, if I want to have something! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funinthesun1964 Posted February 12, 2014 #19 Share Posted February 12, 2014 (edited) Last cruise I went straight to the fitness center after embarkation and weighed. Then weighed again the last morning. Gained 11 lbs in 7 days! Hoping to beat my record next week. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk :eek: I don't weigh myself regularly, but really don't think I gain all that much. I think the reason is, I am so much more active than I usually am (I have a desk job) and on a cruise, I am always walking somewhere, climbing stairs, roaming the halls. ETA: but now that I think about it, I have gained weight gradually since 2009, when I started cruising, lol. It was very gradual though. Yes, those fruity drinks on the lido are to blame. Edited February 12, 2014 by funinthesun1964 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riclop Posted February 12, 2014 #20 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I know this is going to seem like a crazy question, but does anyone know where I can find the nutritional information on the frozen drinks served on the ships? I had gastric bypass surgery a few months ago and I am prepared for eating and what my choices will be for the week, but I am trying to decide if I want to try having a virgin frozen drink, like a Miami Vice or something like that. Thanks, Jen Plenty of sugar and carbs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pack My Bags Posted February 14, 2014 #21 Share Posted February 14, 2014 (edited) The frozen drink machine is the "island oasis." Perhaps that site has more info on the product used. Or they go by the same name. You can always order that drink without alcohol to save some calories if you wish. Also I think the Miami vice has been rebranded to a "lava flow" if I'm Correct! LoL! Edited February 14, 2014 by Pack My Bags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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