Can any one tell me why we are suppose to watch the carbonation intake?

I have not really given up my diet Coke an haven't had any problems.

Maybe I should ask if everything is ok if I am not having problems, LOL.

kathy

Every docs rules are different. Mine says carbonation is fine after 12 weeks post-op, but that you probably won't want it as burping can hurt as you get restricted. He also says that carbonation stretching the pouch is a myth...but who knows. I don't drink pop anyway.

I told my doctor that I didn't want to give up my 1-2 Diet Cokes a day because it's my only source of caffeine. He said it could be painful the first couple days because of the carbonation, but left it up to me. I avoided it for 3 days and actually didn't miss it as much as I thought. I think the liquid Vicodin helped me avoid caffeine headaches :thumbup: There is essentially nothing wrong with diet carbonated drinks, they just want to make sure you're getting enough water. I have no problem getting my 64 ounces since the only other thing I drink is my (now) one Diet Coke in the morning.

I've been told a few things about drinking carbination and I must say it cant be too good for you because that month I had unfill and I was able to drink pop without a prob. This week a got a fill and only took about 3 small drinks from my cup before I started PBing all over the place. So for you people that can still drink it you might not be that tight just yet. I will not be drinking any more for a long time. Its weird how just 1cc to make that much of a difference.

Yes, I should mention that I'm only 2 weeks post-op and have not had a fill yet!