I understand that I am not to have sugar and drink sweet tea. However, if I'm drinking 1/2 sweet and 1/2 unsweet tea, where's the harm? I need honest opinions bc that's the only thing I can keep down !

I'm not sleeved, but I would imagine that sugar would bring back cravings. Today, it's half and half...then it's milkshakes. You worked hard and put your body through a lot. I encourage you to stay focused.

I brew my own tea and use splenda to sweeten it. Usually 1 packet of splenda to every 16oz of tea since I dont like it too sweet. you might give that a try.

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If you've just had surgery, I think the half and half is fine because you have to stay hydrated.

How far post-op are you?

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I have a wicked intolerance for artificial sweeteners. I always have. I have learned that artificial sweeteners are sweeter than sugar by 600 times. I have learned how I can tolerate them. I dilute by half or more than half. I don't like sweets to begin with. I'm ok with the diluted portions. I am happy with it. As long as the water has a slight flavor, I am cool with it. It's a learning process. One day at a time.

I'm 2 weeks post op. I can't get down even half the amount of fluids required

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I agree hydration is key at this stage. And I absolutely hate artificial sweeteners. Good luck

I drink sweet tea and gave from the beginning. That and water is all I usually drink for a beverage. I have cut down and started drinking more unsweet. I have tried all kinds if artificial sweeteners but they are yuck! I gave up carbonated drinks so the sweet tea is ine day at a time. Good Luck!!!

When i was in the hospital they gave me hot tea, with two regular sugar packets

if you cant get anything else down then I would say go for it. I loved the crystal light water flavors they have. I dont do anything but splenda and regular sugar or honey now. you will be fine!

Have you tried Truvia? It taste just like sugar and it's natural.

I have never heard of truvia but I will look into that! Thanks for all the replies! I love this support group

I'm 2 weeks post op and I've lost 24 lbs so far

I understand that I am not to have sugar and drink sweet tea. However, if I'm drinking 1/2 sweet and 1/2 unsweet tea, where's the harm? I need honest opinions bc that's the only thing I can keep down !

I had sweet tea during the first week due to my struggles with other beverages. By week two I could not stand the taste of it, things changed just that quickly for me. If you are truly struggling, I say do whatever is necessary to stay hydrated. You can always get back on track when things become easier for you.

Don't feel bad. My guilty pleasure is half unsweetened tea half lemonade! I've lost 22 lbs since surgery 2 weeks ago.

Eating or drinking anything with more than a few grams of sugar per serving is a poor idea.