If you have concerns over the caffeine amount in coffee's and tea, here's a link from the Mayo Clinic. It's brief, but might be of interest to you. Hope ya like it!

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caffeine/AN01211

Working full time and being a single mom to a 7 1/2 month old who doesnt sleep through the night.. I would not survive without my coffee!

Lets think about this carbonation "myth". If you're drinking a liquid that happens to be carbonated it should pass through the band into your lower stomach where there should be room for the bubbles to dissipate. If your band is tight, it might take longer to pass through and make you uncomfortable for a few minutes. That said, you can burp and relieve the pressure. This is the way my doctor explained it to me...it's more about comfort than the danger of eroding your band by causing excess pressure on the stomach. This was based on drinking one carbonated drink, not a six pack.

My nutritionist told me to open the bottle, pour into a glass and let it sit for a few minutes to allow some carbonation to escape, but again, she stressed that its more for comfort than safety.

I have a favorite sparking wine I drink on occasion and I drink Perrier from time to time. Haven't had any issues with either. I also drink diet ginger ale or 7-up in a mixed drink occasionally.

I think we have to remember that we're all adults and able to make informed decisions without getting so wrapped up in the "rules". Caffeine, carbonation, sugar, carbs etc are all things that should be consumed in moderation, WLS or no WLS.

Just my .02

Than you so much, finaly someone who understands what I was trying to say but said it much better

Like I said earlier, each to their own. I never did low carbs, never did calorie counting, never once had a Protein shake to supplement my diet so I am all for people taking responsibility for what goes into their mouths.

If someone asks me a question, I give them my opinion and what they do with it is up to them. That people are here talking about their experience is a generous thing, and I think we forget that. But one thing I've learnt as a long-time bander is that only you can decide how you want to live your life long term. I don't get offended if someone disagrees with me, why would I? I'm not invested in anyone else's success but my own.

Live and let live, I say! No one needs to defend their choices to anyone else. This place is ideally about getting information about things you're not sure of, but there will be conflicting advice and in the end, you decide which you will follow.