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Let's Talk Straws....

I understand that they do not want you drinking from a straw because of extra air that can be taken in and could possibly stretch the pouch...

I have been on liquids..well....like forever.....and I am thinking that a straw is just an efficient way to take in Protein shakes and smoothies...and even Soups.

Is this a forever thing? Forever stay away from straws?

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    • 2muchfun
      2muchfun

      That's why God invented burping

    • Thats All Folks
      Thats All Folks

      This is another example of why I wish all doctors would adopt the same Lap Band dietary guidelines and rules. It's so confusing when they all say different things! I was never told I couldn't use s

    • Breezy11
      Breezy11

      I was never told to stay away from straws

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    I was told no straws ever and absolutley no gum... I don't miss either one... I just drink slowly and try not to gulp...

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    some dr's say yes

    some dr's say no

    the one i listen to is my dr and he says no, so no it is

    (same with carbonation)

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    Mine says no as well but I gulp more or when I sip get more air then with the straw.....go figure

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