Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Recommended Posts

My surgery is rapidly approaching in 11 days so I am still drink my DIET COKES....When should I stop? Better yet do I have to stop? I have atleast 4 to 5 a day?

PLEASE HELP!!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

that was the hardest thing for me. i stopped 1 month before surgery. i still miss it.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I am afraid you should have stopped long ago. I had kind of the same problem with coffee but like 2 months before my surgery what I did was that I started to lower the amount of coffee I was consuming. It was usually 1-2 Lg coffees a day before that, sometimes more. But 2 months pre op I started buying just a small coffee in the morning and siping on it throughout the day. Sipping instead of drinking it within an hour helped me to have the taste all day and eventually I started noticing that I wasn't finishing it. By the time I had to start my preop diet I wasn't drinking coffee anymore and I didn't feel like I needed it. I know it's kind of a rush to do the sipping experiment but it might help. But still you should definitely stop taking soda. At least my doctor told me I was not going to be able to drink soda or beer ever again.

you can do it! just think of the huge reward that will bring and also the consecuences if you don't.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Well you are right I do see the picture at the end i guess i will be tossing this diet coke here on my desk. The start of a new journey.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

This was my biggest fear! I was addicted to cokes!!! I should have stopped sooner but just couldn't! The night before my preop clear liquid diet started I had a huge coke from McDonald's and that was it!!! The next day I started my preop clears/protein shakes. By the end of day 1 I had a headache that wouldn't go away w Tylenol - day 2 I maxed out my Tylenol and ended up w a Migraine. I finally got it under control w some hydrocodone. Day 3 - small headache and today is day 4 and I'm feeling fine. I don't know how much if the headaches are caused from not being able to eat or the caffeine withdrawal or a combination. If I were u I would start tapering down and get off of the sodas! You can't have them post surgery and they are horrible for u!

Good luck!!! I totally understand!!!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Well you are right I do see the picture at the end i guess i will be tossing this diet coke here on my desk. The start of a new journey.

In my opinion, stop taking something you are addicted to it's really hard I knew that I would most likely get a headache if I didn't have some coffee and that is why I decided to do it gradually. Maybe instead of tossing the whole can just sip on it until night or you could easily be tempeted to open a whole new can later. Make a big effort but don't torture yourself and tomorrow do the same only one can and just a few sips here and there. At least that might avoid the headaches and frustration. :) good luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I was the same way. 4-5 cans a day, easy. Several months ago, I decided to allow myself only 1 a day. Every day I had one and by the 3rd week of doing that, it wasn't a big deal anymore. After about 1.5 months, I gave it up completely.

If I were you, with surgery coming up so quickly. I would wean myself to one a day for the next 2-3 days, then cut it out completely.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Coke was my biggest addiction!!! I stopped drinking them last May and now no longer crave them at all. I knew it had to stop and one night I decided that I was drinking the last soda that I would ever have. I transitioned to Iced tea for a few weeks so that I could at least get some caffiene which helped with not getting headaches from stopping. Once I had surgery I focused on Water and drink iced tea when I want something different. Good luck!!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I gave up caffeinated drinks on 12/26/12. No sodas, coffee, or tea. It was HARD and sometimes it still is. I think about soda when im at a restaraunt with friends or the hubs. For the longest my hubs was kind enough to buy only sodas that I didn't like and he refrained from the dr pepper. I LOVE dr pepper. He is a sweet man. It's possible to give it up though. I'd start now prior to surgery. Good luck.

Sent from my iPhone using VST

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Thanks a lot guys your advice has truly is being helpful.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I gave up my diet cokes too...never bothered me as I never let myself give it thought. i drank two Sonic route 44 's a day. Im two months out from surgery and 40 pounds down. It was a great trade : )

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I had a major diet coke addiction. I started weening off of it a few weeks before surgery. I was afraid that i would crave them uncontrollably after surgery, but i was so terrified of it causing problems in the sleeve that i wouldn't dare try one. I am 4 1/2 months post op now and i still haven't tried. I am afraid i will fall off the wagon if i try one. Or it will hurt. I have only craved it once. And that was at a bar while watching football. I stuck with Water. Pre op.....that would have never happened! I would have had glass after glass.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Like the rest I cut it out a couple months before surgery because I was very afraid of how the cravings would be postop. I drank coke specifically from McDonald's (its the best). I gave it up around Halloween, I was sleeved 12/10/12. If I didn't have the sleeve i would still be drinking it. Definitely cut back now ;-).

My hubby gave up his mt dews since I was going through what I was. I don't know that I would be ok if he was sitting next to me drinking soda lol.

Good luck!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I stopped drinking soda, 6 weeks before my operation. Which is when I started my pre-op Protein Shake diet. And my doctor was very clear! NO MORE SODA! Diet or otherwise ever! The weight I'll lose will be a great trade off! And so far I don't miss it so much. You need to stop cold turkey asap! It will be worth it! You can do it!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • vsg.with.sharon

      Hey everyone!
      I’m new here! Looking for some friends! 🥰
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • LeighaTR

      Four days post surgery. I am sipping as fast as I can and getting NO WHERE near the goal of 60 - 80 grams of protein or the 64 oz of liquids. I just feel FULL. I don't know if it can still be the gas build up (I would think by now that would be gone) but it is a struggle to drink. And so far I have not had the nausea or spasms and don't want to wander into that territory by pushing too hard with liquids. I about passed out today as it was my most "strenuous" day. Went from second story to basement for shower and I was sure I was going to pass out. Looking back on my last few days I have had a total of less than 1000 calories. Am I just not getting enough nourishment in me? Once again a friday where I can't get ahold of the doc until Monday rolls back around so I am hoping maybe someone here has some experience on how to keep energy going. I do have fibromyalgia too and that may be where some added fatigue comes into play. How did you all fair with the goals the week after surgery?
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Doughgurl

      2 days until I fly out to San Diego to have my Bypass Surg. in Tiajuana Mexico. Not gonna lie, the nerves are starting to surface. I don't fear the surgery itself, or the fact that I'm traveling alone, but its the aftermath that I'm stressing about the most, after this 8 week wait. I'm excited to finally be here, but I am really dreading the post surgical chapter. I know its going to be tough, real tough and I think I'm just in my head to much now that the day i here. Wish me luck, Hopefully I'm one of the lucky ones, and everything goes smoothly. Cant wait to give an exciting update,. If there is anyone else have a June bypass or even a recent one, Id love to have someone to compare war stories with. Also, anyone near San Antonio Tx? See ya soon with the future me. 💜
      · 3 replies
      1. Phil Penn

        Good Luck this procedure is well worth it I am down to 249.6 lb please continue with the process..

      2. Selina333

        I'm in Houston so kind of near you and had the sleeve in Dec. Down 61 lbs. Feeling better. Was definitely worth it. I hope the everything is going well for you. Update us when you can!

      3. Doughgurl

        I am back home after my bypass surgery in Tiajuana. I'm post op day 4. Everything went great! I guess I'm one of the lucky ones who have not encountered much pain at all, no nausea thus far and I'm having no problem keeping down broths and water. Thank you for your well wishes. I cant wait to keep up this journey and have a chance at better health and simply better quality of life. I know there will be bumps in the road ahead, and everything won't be peaches and cream, but at least I have a great start so far. 😍

    • LeighaTR

      I am new here today... and only two weeks out from my sleeve surgery on the 23rd. I am amazed I have kept my calories down to 467 today so far... that leaves me almost 750 left for dinner and maybe a snack. This is going to be tough for two weeks... but I have to believe I can do it!
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Doughgurl

      Hey everyone. I'm new here so I thought I should introduce myself. I am 53y/o and am scheduled for Gastric Bypass on June 25th, 2025. I'm located in San Antonio, Texas. I will be having my surgery in Tiajuana Mexico. I've wanted this for years, but I always had insurance where bariatric procedures were excluded. Finally I am able to afford to pay out of pocket.  I can't wait to get started, and I hope I'm prepared for the initial period of "hell". I know what I have signed up for, but I'm sure the good to come will out way the temporary period of discomfort and feelings of regret. I'd love to find people to talk to who have been through the same procedure or experience before. So I look forward to meeting you all. Hope you have a great week!
      · 2 replies
      1. Selina333

        I'm so happy for you! You are about to change your life. I was so glad to get the sleeve done in Dec. I didn't have feelings of regret overall. And I'm down almost 60 lbs. I do feel a little sad at restaurants. I can barely eat half a kid's meal. I get adults meals often because kid ones don't have the same offerings at times. Then I feel obligated to eat on that until it's gone and that can be days. So the restaurant thing isn't great for me. All the rest is fine by me! I love feeling full with very little. I do wish I could drink when eating. And will sip at the end. Just a strong habit to stop. But I'm working on it! You will do fine! Just keep focused on your desire to be different. Not better or worse. But different. I am happy both ways but my low back doesn't like me that heavy. So I listened (also my feet!). LOL! Update us on your journey! I'm not far from you. I'm in Houston. Good luck and I hope it all goes smoothly! Would love to see pics of the town you go to for this. I've never been there. Neat you will be traveling for this! Enjoy the journey. Take it one day at a time. Sometimes a few hours at a time. Follow all recommendations as best you can. 💗

      2. Doughgurl

        Thank you so much for your well wishes. I am hoping that everything goes easy for me as well. We don't eat out much as it is, so it wont be too bad in that department. Thankfully. Also, I hear you regarding your back and feet!! I'd like to add knees to the list. Killing me as we speak! I'm only 5' so the weight has to go. Too short to carry all this weight. Menopause really did a doosey on me. (😶lol) My daughter also lives in Houston. with her Husband and my 5 grand-littles. I grew up in Beaumont, so I know Houston well, I will be sure to keep in touch and update you on my journey. I may need some advice in the future, or just motivation. Thank You so much for reaching out, I was hoping to connect with someone in the community. I really appreciate it. 💜

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×