Do any of you vets completely ignore this rule?

[LipstickLady 25,682]

....So, you didn't read the title of the post?

But yes, you are correct. Your research is much more valuable than my actual experiences. Please, by all means, continue to counter my successes with your superior knowledge.....

Did you just say "Bless your heart" but in a different way?

Well, I am from the south...

[4MRB4PHOTO 3,899]

....So, you didn't read the title of the post?

But yes, you are correct. Your research is much more valuable than my actual experiences. Please, by all means, continue to counter my successes with your superior knowledge.....

Did you just say "Bless your heart" but in a different way?

Well, I am from the south...

How far South? Does your husband and you share the same parents?

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[LipstickLady 25,682]

How far South? Does your husband and you share the same parents?

No, we "doesn't".

[4MRB4PHOTO 3,899]

@LL:

I don't; my mother and the mailman have different parents.

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[Alex Brecher 10,486]

@@tenseintexas,

Good question! Those coke cravings can be pretty intense, and it’s hard to stay away!

At 9 weeks out, there’s a good chance you wouldn’t be able to have coke comfortably. As the others have said, you might get bloated, gassy, uncomfortably full, or nauseous, or you could get diarrhea. There’s no telling how long those effects will last; there is a chance it could be months or years before you can comfortably have soft drinks no matter how badly you want them.

If you are able to drink some coke comfortably, it’s a good idea to stay aware of some of the potential problems it could lead to. While a lot of surgeons believe that the sleeve cannot be stretched, drinking carbonated beverages could still lead to getting used to being overfull, and that defeats the purpose of the sleeve for helping you monitor fullness.

You would also want to be super aware of links between soda drinking (even diet soda) and weight gain, plus the potential for drinking coke being a gateway for slipping back into old habits. In general, it's best to do what the surgeon says!

Along with those reasons for avoiding soft drinks and other carbonated drinks, there is the concern about sugar substitutes in diet drinks. Even though diet drinks are calorie-free, drinking them can actually lead to weight gain. Some evidence shows that artificial sweeteners trick your body into thinking you’re going to eat sugar. Later, you crave it and are more likely to eat more high-calorie sugary foods. Plus, your blood sugar levels can get out of whack.

Good luck with your choice and the rest of your WLS journey!

[tenseintexas 182]

Thanks @alexbrecher ! I am discouraged because food still just doesn't feel good and drinking is what I mostly do. I know I shouldn't drink them but I have had a few sips and unfortunately it went down perfectly. I am going to keep on trying hard

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[Butterflywarrior 241]

Well, idk..I agree and I disagree so if you all wish, how about we agree to disagree?

I have surgery Monday, and I really don't need this kinda stress around so I put up my white flag and surrender!

[Babbs 14,680]

Well, idk..I agree and I disagree so if you all wish, how about we agree to disagree?

I have surgery Monday, and I really don't need this kinda stress around so I put up my white flag and surrender!

Good luck with your surgery.

[carlaw 82]

I know I will never drink carbonated drinks again! I hate diet drink so I would want regular Coke Or root beer! I would be happy with some of that "not your grandfather's root beer alcoholic beverage"! I took a sip of it and it is delicious. I was addicted to real Coke! I was told at my bariatric Center never to indulge in carbonated beverages again. But this did not hurt my feelings!

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[OzRoo 1,492]

@@Butterflywarrior

All the best for Monday. Wishing you a great result and smooth recovery.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Well, idk..I agree and I disagree so if you all wish, how about we agree to disagree?

I have surgery Monday, and I really don't need this kinda stress around so I put up my white flag and surrender!

"Whit flag"? "Surrender"? Dramatic much?

Girl, if you let someone's recount of their actual experience stress you out before you've even started, you're in for a long haul when post surgical hormones start surging.

I wish you well.

[carlaw 82]

I do not like bickering. This is America, free-speech is still allowed. I certainly do not care for bullying. We have all been bullied for being overweight at some point. Everyone should respect each other's opinions good or bad right or wrong. Be kind to one another as this has been a golden rule for a very long time! We are all blessed to have the opportunity to have the surgery. There are so many others still waiting for this gift. I have been wanting it for at least 15 to 20 years and was finally blessed with the gift. Happy losing everyone! For once I'm glad to be a loser!

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[Butterflywarrior 241]

Well, idk..I agree and I disagree so if you all wish, how about we agree to disagree?

I have surgery Monday, and I really don't need this kinda stress around so I put up my white flag and surrender!

"Whit flag"? "Surrender"? Dramatic much?

Girl, if you let someone's recount of their actual experience stress you out before you've even started, you're in for a long haul when post surgical hormones start surging.

I wish you well.

why am I not surprised to receive one more snide remark from you?

So you really wish me well or was that sarcasm too?

I mean I was taking dramatic license in waving the white flag...I was trying to be a little funny..like let bygones be bygones?

But if course you had to take that and rip it up to just cause I have a different opinion from you

And no, as a ptsd survivor, this is not "all" it takes to stress me out however, bc of my anxious nature, not that you care, it doesn't take much to put me on edge and since I have surgery around the corner, I was just stating that....

I was only trying to make peace and I had hoped that would be kindly accepted, not poked at..

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[LipstickLady 25,682]

Well, idk..I agree and I disagree so if you all wish, how about we agree to disagree?

I have surgery Monday, and I really don't need this kinda stress around so I put up my white flag and surrender!

"Whit flag"? "Surrender"? Dramatic much?

Girl, if you let someone's recount of their actual experience stress you out before you've even started, you're in for a long haul when post surgical hormones start surging.

I wish you well.

why am I not surprised to receive one more snide remark from you?

So you really wish me well or was that sarcasm too?

I mean I was taking dramatic license in waving the white flag...I was trying to be a little funny..like let bygones be bygones?

But if course you had to take that and rip it up to just cause I have a different opinion from you

And no, as a ptsd survivor, this is not "all" it takes to stress me out however, bc of my anxious nature, not that you care, it doesn't take much to put me on edge and since I have surgery around the corner, I was just stating that....

I was only trying to make peace and I had hoped that would be kindly accepted, not poked at..

Why am I not surprised that I am not allowed to wish you well without being accused of sarcasm? You've twisted my words from the very beginning of this thread and you will until you have the very last word. So, have at it. I have no desire to take that away from you.

Are you familiar with how to block people? Go up to your name in the top right corner, click manage ignore preferences and add my name. You won't see another one of my posts unless you look for it. I have a feeling that simple action will relieve a lot of your stress.

Again. I sincerely wish you well.