Hi all!

So I know we aren't supposed to have any carbonated beverages after our surgeries, but I'm curious as to why carbonation makes us so uncomfortable now.

The reason I am asking is because I'm headed to Chicago this weekend and was lucky enough to get upgraded - I had a total brainfart in first class and asked for a champagne. I took one sip and instantly realized my mistake!

I'm just not clear why carbonation creates such discomfort in our new bodies. Also, does it ever get better? I love diet coke and sparkling wines! [emoji87]

Thanks!

Hi Killian.. Thank you for the video link. Most informative item I've ever seen. I'm sorry I put the emphasis on carbonation. My main point was the calories that accompany most carbonated items. My surgery is 35 years past. Up until this year I hadn't gained one pound. After drinking a sugared 12oz coca cola every day for 18 mos I have put weight back on. Where he states that its the addictive nature of sodas & their sugar content that cause the problem he hit it right on the head. I am in the 10% that has dumping sensation. Still.. After all these years. Anything sweet causes it.. but not cokes. I also dont get that horrible full feeling immediately after taking a sip that I do with any other carbonated beverage. I wish I knew why. When I had my surgery there was absolutely no post surgery info. Nothing about vitamins or what not to eat. Just to eat tiny meals & not drink when I ate. So even all these years later I really appreciated this video. My surgery couldn't have been any more successful. I would've done it again if need be. My problem is strictly because of the sugar content in the cokes & that I have been drinking one a day for 18 mos. My dearest friend just had her surgery in August & she has 2 friends who have just had surgery. I'm going to forward your link to her. Excellent site for information. I appreciate it so much. Thank you

1 hour ago, savannahlee025 said:

Hi Killian.. Thank you for the video link. Most informative item I've ever seen. I'm sorry I put the emphasis on carbonation. My main point was the calories that accompany most carbonated items. My surgery is 35 years past. Up until this year I hadn't gained one pound. After drinking a sugared 12oz coca cola every day for 18 mos I have put weight back on. Where he states that its the addictive nature of sodas & their sugar content that cause the problem he hit it right on the head. I am in the 10% that has dumping sensation. Still.. After all these years. Anything sweet causes it.. but not cokes. I also dont get that horrible full feeling immediately after taking a sip that I do with any other carbonated beverage. I wish I knew why. When I had my surgery there was absolutely no post surgery info. Nothing about Vitamins or what not to eat. Just to eat tiny meals & not drink when I ate. So even all these years later I really appreciated this video. My surgery couldn't have been any more successful. I would've done it again if need be. My problem is strictly because of the sugar content in the cokes & that I have been drinking one a day for 18 mos. My dearest friend just had her surgery in August & she has 2 friends who have just had surgery. I'm going to forward your link to her. Excellent site for information. I appreciate it so much. Thank you

You are most welcome! Pretty cool video right? That Doc puts out good info.

I like his videos as well as Dr. Alvarez at endobariatric.com, he does a weekly YouTube q and a that's good to watch and he'll take questions from anyone.