It IS worth it. I gave it up a few years back. I was suffering from connective tissue problems for the longest time and decided to give up the aspartame. It truly took months but it made a huge difference.
After a while, I started doubting that it was the aspartame and slowly got back into drinking my diet Coke. After a couple of months the problems returned. After the second and final quit, I was good again about 3 or 4 months later. And still am.
I drink a cocktail made of a splash of orange juice and water, over ice. I drink it through a straw, and I can drink a TON of it.
It's just as good with a splash of cranberry juice instead.
This has made me drink so much water! I like ice, I like straws, and I need a little flavor for excitement, but I like just a little sweetness, not too much like it would be if I drank just juice.
Of course if it's the caffeine you liked and are kicking, that is an entirely different matter. Take Excedrin for the headaches (but only for a couple of days because Excedrin is hard on your stomach).
Can't be good for you so good luck with your withdrawal. I have gone off and on again. I can't really tell the difference. Maybe because I don't drink much of it anyway.
one of the hardest things to do, so glad you are, try chewing something to keep the oral sensation satisfied (like i did when i gave up cigarettes). good luck. and hope you will be doing the art exchange- did you get my e mail?
Good for you. I've never been a soda drinker, thankfully...I wish I liked water, though. I have kidney stones and need to drink copious amounts of the stuff but I don't love it. It's tolerable with a bit of lemon or lime so that's how I get my quota down!
you gotta do it, but make sure you substitute something fizzy, i use sparkling water and pom it is wonderful and almost as good as champagne and pom! : ) best to you!
Diet Coke is a favorite of mine, too. I am not sure I could give it up either. A friend of mine wanted to quit Pepsi so she bought the small cans and had one for the day. She did not want to quit cold turkey, just slowly. Good luck to you. I hope you feel better soon! denise
I think the caffeine may be contributing to a rapid heartbeat. The aspartame is supposed to be bad for your memory and mine isn't what it used to be. And I just read that there is some concern that the caramel coloring in colas may contribute to metabolic problems and weight gain. I'm achy all the time. My heart races too much. I'm 55 and I'm falling apart. I feel old before my time.
So I'm trying to see what I can do about it. I'm trying to eat better as well. I'm an addict though. I've tried to quit before but this time I'm determined to stay off long enough to really see if it makes a difference.
Good girl! Pray through the withdrawls my friend but seriously you'll feel sooooo much better in a few weeks. I used to drink diet pepsi for years but the aspartame wad killing me. Now I'm a tea drinker and there are many wonderful choices that I change up all the time. Your body will thank you!
I'm proud of you mom!
ReplyDeleteGood for you! Water is a much better choice.
ReplyDeleteIt IS worth it. I gave it up a few years back. I was suffering from connective tissue problems for the longest time and decided to give up the aspartame. It truly took months but it made a huge difference.
ReplyDeleteAfter a while, I started doubting that it was the aspartame and slowly got back into drinking my diet Coke. After a couple of months the problems returned. After the second and final quit, I was good again about 3 or 4 months later. And still am.
Good luck. That stuff can not be good for you.
Oh i try it too - it will not be easy!!!!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend, Jade
I drink a cocktail made of a splash of orange juice and water, over ice. I drink it through a straw, and I can drink a TON of it.
ReplyDeleteIt's just as good with a splash of cranberry juice instead.
This has made me drink so much water! I like ice, I like straws, and I need a little flavor for excitement, but I like just a little sweetness, not too much like it would be if I drank just juice.
Of course if it's the caffeine you liked and are kicking, that is an entirely different matter. Take Excedrin for the headaches (but only for a couple of days because Excedrin is hard on your stomach).
Can't be good for you so good luck with your withdrawal. I have gone off and on again. I can't really tell the difference. Maybe because I don't drink much of it anyway.
ReplyDeleteMercy. I keep saying I'm going to do the same, but I'm SO WEAK.
ReplyDeleteHang in there - you're inspiring me...
one of the hardest things to do, so glad you are, try chewing something to keep the oral sensation satisfied (like i did when i gave up cigarettes). good luck. and hope you will be doing the art exchange- did you get my e mail?
ReplyDeleteI used to be an addict, too. But gave it up for tea and water. Hard transition, but well worth it. You GO girl!!
ReplyDeleteGood for you. I've never been a soda drinker, thankfully...I wish I liked water, though. I have kidney stones and need to drink copious amounts of the stuff but I don't love it. It's tolerable with a bit of lemon or lime so that's how I get my quota down!
ReplyDeleteyou gotta do it, but make sure you substitute something fizzy, i use sparkling water and pom it is wonderful and almost as good as champagne and pom! : ) best to you!
ReplyDeleteMost excellent ... drink water .. or have a cup of coffee but avoid carbonated drinks w/faux sweeteners! Did you know they increase your thirst? Yup.
ReplyDeleteDiet Coke is a favorite of mine, too. I am not sure I could give it up either. A friend of mine wanted to quit Pepsi so she bought the small cans and had one for the day. She did not want to quit cold turkey, just slowly. Good luck to you. I hope you feel better soon!
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I only drink one a day, but I'd really miss that one! I applaud you though!! Is it the caffeine you are turning away from?
ReplyDeletei've cut down to one a day...it's tough.
ReplyDeletegood luck with it
I think the caffeine may be contributing to a rapid heartbeat. The aspartame is supposed to be bad for your memory and mine isn't what it used to be. And I just read that there is some concern that the caramel coloring in colas may contribute to metabolic problems and weight gain. I'm achy all the time. My heart races too much. I'm 55 and I'm falling apart. I feel old before my time.
ReplyDeleteSo I'm trying to see what I can do about it. I'm trying to eat better as well. I'm an addict though. I've tried to quit before but this time I'm determined to stay off long enough to really see if it makes a difference.
Good girl! Pray through the withdrawls my friend but seriously you'll feel sooooo much better in a few weeks. I used to drink diet pepsi for years but the aspartame wad killing me. Now I'm a tea drinker and there are many wonderful choices that I change up all the time. Your body will thank you!
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