Does anyone drink them ? I've seen and heard doctors say things on both sides of the spectrum. so I'm curious as to what others do or don't do.

On 11/18/2017 at 10:29 PM, naturallyzee said:

I don't touch them at all. Not because of what anyone says but because I don't want to get back on them. It took me a while to break the habit. I refuse to do it again.


HW 330
SW 292
CW 189.2
GW below 200

This X 100.

Carbonation can make you feel like crap, but this idea that it's going to stretch your stomach back out to its original size is silly. I had a bad diet pop addition prior to surgery, but once I gave it up I haven't wanted to go back. I have no doubts part of the improvement in my overall wellbeing is kicking that from my diet. There are times I miss it, but it's that same feeling I had when I quit smoking years ago. My life is fine without it and despite having an oddball craving from time to time it isn't a big deal anymore.

In regards to carbonation I have had a beer here and there. The carbonation doesn't seem to bother me, but it also takes forever to get even half a glass down. It would be a different story if I tried to drink a beer at the same pace as water. If I drank fast it would make me feel miserable.

I drink carbonated beverages now, no issues but I do so in moderation. Occasionally some seltzer or diet soda depending on my situation. Also I've had Mimosa's twice at brunch. I say do what feels best for you, within your doctors guidelines. For some carbonation might be a big trigger or cause discomfort and for others it might not.

I drink them every once in a while and I only drink maybe half a cup over a long period of time. I also let it flatten out in my mouth, which isn't great for teeth ??‍♀️. I would not suggest drinking it if it was a trigger in the past because of the potential calories and zero nutritional benefits it has.

I drink maybe 1 Diet Coke a week and the occasional soda water. Carbonation is totally fine with me, it just makes me burp. But I’m also fine with straws. Accidentally started using them within 1 week post op.

Carbonation will not stretch your sleeve. In fact, much research says stretching it is a myth, period.