diet cokes...what's ur view??

tigersword

Truth, Diet soda is what, 99% water? The body really doesn't notice a difference, it metabolizes the chemicals quite easily (they are just amino acids that the body processes from many food sources all the time anyway,) and uses the rest of the water to hydrate itself.

SarabellPlus3

but I am also very much not on the bandwagon of considering sodas practically just as good as water. I just don't drink that Kool-Aid, water is the best thing to drink.

Well, from a hydration point of view, diet soda IS practically as good as water. Doesn't really matter if you count it or not, you body will.

I didn't qualify "from a hydration point of view," because there's more to my body & health than just the one-line of if I'm hydrated or not, kwim?

For instance, actually, I was once told that Diet sodas didn't cause tooth decay. LOL (first off, that's not true). Our mouths are a part of our body, among everything else.

Andiarena

I used to drink tons of diet coke and I quit, and lost 5 lbs! I have way more energy than I ever did from drinking diet cokes. I am sure in moderation it can't be too bad, but I am trying to stay away from the carbonation and since I have a tendency to not just have one here and there I have just decided to not having any is better for me.

HMonsterX

For instance, actually, I was once told that Diet sodas didn't cause tooth decay. LOL (first off, that's not true). Our mouths are a part of our body, among everything else.

So does pretty much everything with any sugar in, real or fake. Does that mean you don't have anything with sugar in? If you can do that, more power to you! I know i can't. Everything we take in has something wrong with it pretty much, so it's just up to us to weigh up the risks, and if something is worth it. In the absence of any solid proof of diet coke being bad when taken in moderation, i say go ahead.

alyssa92982

They're good with some rum! :happy:

jellybaby84

I have been severely addicited to diet coke for about 7 years (think between 3 - 15 (yes, FIFTEEN!!) cans a day).

It's certainly kept me on track through regular diets, crash diets and eating disorders and has given me something to enjoy without feeling guilty BUT
At my worst I had an irregular heartbeat problem due to caffeine abuse (there may have been caffeine pills involved too though )
I have had caffeine poisoning twice from diet coke (not nice, lots of puking)
My teeth are thin and chipped at the front from all the acid
I am a very poor sleeper (other factors alos involved here but coke didn't help)

Three weeks ago I started eating clean so I had to drink clean too. I have given up diet coke and switched to carbonated water (for some reason I'm just not good with still liquids). It was hell at first but now I feel good. I don't know if it's having health benefits but I like to think my body is looking a bit healthier on the inside.

However, I'm not going to be a 'never touch it' kind of person. I had some last Saturday night when I went out and I will probably have some tonight when I'm out (it's like my alcohol! ). As long as I don't buy it to have in the house or at work/gym/around and about I figure I can have the odd glass in a pub or restaurant without feeling too guilty.

tigersword

but I am also very much not on the bandwagon of considering sodas practically just as good as water. I just don't drink that Kool-Aid, water is the best thing to drink.

Well, from a hydration point of view, diet soda IS practically as good as water. Doesn't really matter if you count it or not, you body will.

I didn't qualify "from a hydration point of view," because there's more to my body & health than just the one-line of if I'm hydrated or not, kwim?

For instance, actually, I was once told that Diet sodas didn't cause tooth decay. LOL (first off, that's not true). Our mouths are a part of our body, among everything else.

Fruit can cause tooth decay. Just saying...

Tiggerrick

They're good with some rum! :happy:

That's what I'M talking about. OH YEAH!!!

gpacheco0768

I've been having about 1 can of diet pepsi every other day for a while now, it definitely takes care of that something "sweet" need, without any danger of adding additional calories, and it's not like this stuff is sitting in your mouth and rotting your teeth, so if you are only have some every now and then, along with whatever (even cake!) it's FINE!!!! It's when you overuse (food/alcohol/drugs/etc.) anything the problems start... My only concern had been when I had "heard" that it fakes your brain into thinking you're having sugar, so it starts craving it, I don't know if that's a proven fact or what, but I don't have a rush of urgency to go eat a snickers bar after I have a diet pepsi/coke... in fact, if I drink it and then eat something sweet, the sweet thing is WAY too much... It's all about moderation.

HMonsterX

My only concern had been when I had "heard" that it fakes your brain into thinking you're having sugar, so it starts craving it, I don't know if that's a proven fact or what,

This is the problem. Most, if not all, of the research into artificial sugars are concluded with "May", "might", etc. It's not fact, it's circumstantial at best. It doesn't make me crave sugar more at all. Most people overcomplicate this. The whole point of everything in moderation is that you don't get cravings as you don't deny yourself anything.

SarabellPlus3

Look, kids, the question was "what's ur [sic] view?" If *you* think Diet Coke=water, more power to you! I don't. I think my view is pretty valid, because it is, after all, water /with/ other chemicals tossed in.



I'm not the Diet soda nay-sayer, I'm really not. I drink a regular Coke or DP when I go out to dinner-- I'm clearly not a water purist. I drink plenty of alcohol, too. But those things aren't water just because I enjoy them. I said I don't view soda as practically the same as water, and I'm really pretty comfortable that that's a realistic view, even if you really like Diet Coke.


edit to add, because it shows the point:

but I am also very much not on the bandwagon of considering sodas practically just as good as water. I just don't drink that Kool-Aid, water is the best thing to drink.

Well, from a hydration point of view, diet soda IS practically as good as water. Doesn't really matter if you count it or not, you body will.

I didn't qualify "from a hydration point of view," because there's more to my body & health than just the one-line of if I'm hydrated or not, kwim?

For instance, actually, I was once told that Diet sodas didn't cause tooth decay. LOL (first off, that's not true). Our mouths are a part of our body, among everything else.

Fruit can cause tooth decay. Just saying...

But see, *water* doesn't.

CMmrsfloyd

I used to *live* off of diet mt dew - like that was the only form of fluids I got unless I was at a restaurant that didn't serve it, in which case I'd get either diet coke or sweet tea. I have always disliked water. When I started on this weightloss journey, I cut it out cold turkey for an entire month. Going from drinking 2 liters (or more) a day to only having 2 x 20 oz bottles the entire month (a couple of days that I had headaches, I let myself have one b/c the caffeine helps) was a huge change. I did it b/c I knew that for me, having it all the time also seemed to make me crave sweets (you know, stuff that actually has calories LOL). So I dropped it to help get my cravings under control. After I got through a month of realizing I didn't 'have' to have it all the time, I now allow myself to have one or two a day. Normally in the morning - I don't usually like coffee so that's my caffeine splurge. I didn't like being addicted to it before - I mean if I ran out of it and couldn't make it to the store, I was in a panic b/c I knew I'd get a migraine if I didn't get the amount of caffeine my body was used to getting. Anyway, when I dropped it, I tried drinking plain water and it was still awful, so I flavor it with packets that are sweetened with Stevia - I like the flavor better than the others that I tried. I shoot for 4-5 x 16 oz bottles of water (flavored) per day, on top of my one or two diet mt dews. I don't see anything wrong with having some diet soda here and there. Obviously there was something wrong with the amount I was drinking before, for it to affect my body that way. But now I can have one or two one day and none the next and it's not a problem. I think different people could react differently - for me I felt it caused a lot of sweets cravings but I'm sure there are plenty of people that probably don't notice that at all. I feel like cutting back has really helped me personally, but I truly enjoy it too much to give it up completely.

4thehardman

I love a diet coke, nothing better to wah down a big mac and large fries!!!

Joking aside, I'm trying to eat clean so avoiding it for now. I have noticed I crave lass sweet things now though but not sure if it is linked.

Expatgirl

The acid Ph level in sodas diet or regular is hell on your teeth especially if you are sipping them all day. It keeps the incorrect ph level in your mouth and allows bacteria. Make sure you drink water or brush after sodas. Don't sip all day.

JacksMom12

I have read the studies stating that diet soda can lead to sugar spikes and cravings. From what I understand and believe is that it is true for some people. In some people it causes this, and in some it does not. Best bet? drink one. If it triggers a sudden craving due to sugar spikes or whatever scientifically causes it... then best to avoid them. If not, than drink them. Like anything else.... not everything will work for everyone, it's about finding what DOES work for you. Sometimes a diet dr. pepper or diet root beer kills my sugar craving, leaving me satisfied and not reaching for the snickers. But hey, different strokes for different folks.

GretchenReine

someone commented on one of my posts about diet cokes and them not being good for, what's your view and are you for or against?

I'm totally against it. Diet Coke is completely evil and must be destroyed!

Now let me get back to my Diet coke already in progress! Cheers!!!

GretchenReine

I love a diet coke, nothing better to wah down a big mac and large fries!!!

Joking aside, I'm trying to eat clean so avoiding it for now. I have noticed I crave lass sweet things now though but not sure if it is linked.

You are the best! I just adore you!!! Are you taking lunch orders now???

Fieldsy

I love diet pepsi or coke...especially with my jack

ninerbuff

Diet Pepsi tastes better!!

Segrande

I drink them every now and then. I think as long as you're not drinking them excessively (like several litres in a day), it's perfectly fine. Everything in moderation! (:

ninerbuff

Well, from a hydration point of view, diet soda IS practically as good as water. Doesn't really matter if you count it or not, you body will.

I didn't qualify "from a hydration point of view," because there's more to my body & health than just the one-line of if I'm hydrated or not, kwim?

For instance, actually, I was once told that Diet sodas didn't cause tooth decay. LOL (first off, that's not true). Our mouths are a part of our body, among everything else.
[/quote]Any dentist will tell you that tooth decay comes from any sugars (real or fake) and improper hygiene to combat it. If you're dental hygiene is good it's not an issue. Drinking a minimum of 2 diet sodas a day, I've never had my dentist tell me my teeth are bad. Of course I do go every 6 months and I regularly floss and brush 2 times a day.

catwrangler

Totally for...

I used to be dead set against soda pop in general, but it's been a godsend to me.... I love the different flavors, they help satisfy cravings without adding calories and the weight loss I've achieved more than offsets any possible health risks associated with pop.

Also, for my own experience, drinking a half can of pop BEFORE I eat, makes me feel fuller faster and I don't miss the larger portions

ditto :drinker: choose your poison :laugh:

Bakins929

i drink a diet dr. pepper, diet cocke or fresca about twice a week. 99% of my liquid is water. I think if done in moderation, anything is OK.

Ummm... Diet COKE. :laugh:

reneeileen

Diet Coke is the nector of the Gods!! I LOVE IT!

I could not agree more.

I've read several articles that put diet soda on blast and I'm only synthesizing what I've read so this is obviously just my opinion. It seems like the main problem is that people play mind games with themselves about diet soda and categorize it as healthy. I know it isn't healthy. I know that the chemicals in it aren't good for my calcium uptake, blah, blah, blah. I'm not trying to kid myself that it's a good habit but my 3-4 Coke Zeros a week make me happy. Very, very happy.

fionarama

I read something that it causes cravings, as the body registers the sweet taste and then feels cheated when it doesn't get the matching uplift in blood sugar level. I think this may be true to a certain extent but over all if you like coke its a good substitute, I definitely get a craving for it - its definitely quite addictive, nothing else will do when I want a diet coke! I can still hear the snap of a can being opened and crave a diet coke!

_tiifyjo_

I would just have to say that anything in moderation is fine. The majority of your liquids should be water. But during my weight loss journey I quite often start my morning off with 8oz of diet soda, use it to take my vitamins (hate the vitamin taste) and give me a little boost to get going. If I liked coffee without all the sugar and flavor then I would just drink that, but I think overall diet coke is fine, in moderation.

HMonsterX

Diet cocke

Best...typo...evah!

LorinaLynn

Love diet soda. Diet Dew, Diet Dr Pepper, and Max especially.

I mostly drink water (with Crystal Light), but I have diet soda every day. I don't drink coffee, but I love caffeine.

mslh84

I'm against anything that has aspartame in it.

CoachMelissaDi

I love my one diet coke a week. Thats all I have and that is one of my rewards. I see no harm in it every once in a while. I LOVE water and drink a ton of it to keep my skin pretty!