Soda And Carbonated Beverages

[sleever427 9]

Does anyone drink carbonated beverages and if so, what limitations do you set for yourself?

[Butterthebean 8,146]

I don't personally drink them, but I know some sleevers do. Most prefer to let them get a little flat as the carbonation can be upsetting to our smaller sleeves. At least that's what I've heard. I've had no more than 2-3 sips of Rootbeer since being sleeved. It was a tough thing to give up but actually I haven't missed it. Wish I could say the same for chocolate.

[Beach Lover 1,084]

I am just about 6 months post op and have not had 1 carbonated drink yet. I have craved them from time to time but never drank one.

[sleever427 9]

It's just that I'm from Wisconsin and would like to occasionally indulge in a slightly carbonated beer every so often. No big deal, but I know surgeons differing opinions about it.

[Idlewood4 93]

My surgeon says no, and a few in my support group who tried regretted it. Those a year or so out, said they can have in small amounts, but surgeon says bad idea cause carbonation can stretch the pouch.

[Under1star 19]

I was also told that carbonation from soda's will also stretch out your vertical sleeve! This pouch can expand if your not careful! I love my diet soda's so much and I know I will have to say good bye ;0( I have to make this surgery right but I do agree what one guy said about having it flat.... that beats the purpose for me cause I love the bubbles and even soda stream is a big no no!

[bobheist 85]

You can buy the diet SodaStream syrups and just mix them with regular Water -- it's not the same as carbonated soda but it tastes good and quells the cravings a bit.

[follmerpa 35]

I gave up diet coke two weeks ago. I thought it was going to be tough but I guess I set my mind to it and I haven't looked back. I know I couldn't drink it after surgery.

[sleever427 9]

I'm sure when it comes down to it I will be too afraid to risk stretching my pouch. Just a couple last minute jitters:

[bobheist 85]

I gave up diet coke two weeks ago. I thought it was going to be tough but I guess I set my mind to it and I haven't looked back. I know I couldn't drink it after surgery.

It's been over a year since I've had carbonated beverages, caffeine, or alcohol. It turned out to be much easier than I ever would have guessed.

[Arts137 1,811]

Carbonated drinks not on the program so I stopped pre-sleeve and have not had any. Surprisingly, I do NOT miss them.