I have done the atkins diet. I have done the fasting programs. Warrior program. Went 25 hours without food & then eat one time & fast again. So I have some understanding of low carbs or no carbs. I used the keto strips to see if I got into the fat burning process. So I did different programs. Ultimately, I didnt get a consistent weight loss from these programs. Maybe 18 lbs then couldnt sustain the weight loss and or lose any more. I noticed that while on a low carb program or no carb that I kept a dry mouth. Also with the dry mouth was the bad breath because of the dry mouth. It was unpleasant. So, I started to chew gum more change mouthwash to non alcohol. It helped somewhat but more or so to cover up the dry mouth & bad breath. Basically, I found out that dry mouth and bad breath may be what some may deal with when carbs are low. So with the pre & post op program this may become an issue for some. I heard that we cant chew gum. I think that's what I read. I will confirm with the nutritionist. If so, I got to find a replacement because I know this will be a problem for me. Maybe sugarfree mints? IDK. Still wont be the same like chewing in gum. I wonder is this just for 6 months post surgery not to chew gum ? Got to ask my doctor to make sure. If someone knows Im sure I will read it. But will ultimately confirm yes or no when I see my doctor this week. Anyone dealing with dry mouth and or bad breath while on pre or post op program.

Why would gum be a problem? Does everything you eat have to be sugar free?

My breath is better post op! I think all the nasty stuff got cleaned out....even when I was on just liquids no bad breath. As for gum I didn't chew until 1 year after not sure if that was a rule or just didn't want gum. Even now I don't wake up with bad breath.

Why would gum be a problem? Does everything you eat have to be sugar free?

When I start my nutrition class if the nutritionist says no sugar ...then I will follow her and have no sugar no matter what it is. Dont know what she will say but i am preparing myself. Following all the guidelines the nutritionist sets for me is my goal.

CW:319
SD:hopefully in May 2017
GW:135

Some doctors say no gum at all, the risk of swallowing to great for them. And those that allow gum say it must be sugar free, from my experience.

Why would gum be a problem? Does everything you eat have to be sugar free?

We were told no gum because it starts the digestion process -the act of chewing, saliva- which then will make you think you are hungry and/or could cause unnecessary heartburn due to the acids churning in your smaller stomach.