Yes.

You might be better off with a cup of broth, though, or if you really want something cold, a glass of ice water with a splash of lemon juice or lime juice.

I had Diet Coke pretty regularly when I first started. Probably a can every other day...
I've lost my taste for it over time. Now I love LaCroix unsweetened sodas. Thought they were gross back then. Funny how the taste preferences can change.
Now if I decide to have a Diet Coke, I literally add water to it. lol

Lots of people claim diet soda will stall them or give them cravings. My personal experience is that I handle it well. I drink a lot of coke zero (like one a day at least, sometimes several) and I lost 102 lbs eating LCHF and bp/cholesterol/blood glucose etc. all improved just fine with no cravings. If it works for you, go for it. If it causes you problems, stop drinking it. I'm sure water is a better option, but I like to balance the best option with enjoying life sometimes.

It's zero carb!

If you're craving it, go for it. I have diet soda occasionally, but do like to limit artificial sweeteners for the most part.

dietbepsi wrote: »

I'm obsessed with flavored seltzer water. (Especially in a beautiful wine glass) not sweet, smells amazing...and oh so bubbly

Oooooh. That does make it more special! Love it!

No diet soda for me. I do have seltzer water or other bubbly water, but that's it for carbonation. Mostly stick to tea and water. I do find that diet soda starts my carb cravings. I'm in such a good place with zero interest for sugars or carbs, I don't want to risk it with anything with fake sugars or sugar substitutes like Stevia. I've come to enjoy most things with just the savory taste.

I'm a big fan of sparkling water when I get a craving. I'll open up a can of dt. coke but I have 2 sips and throw it out every time. IT's just too sweet for me now. I do however get random huge cravings for a Quick Trip Dt. Dr. Pepper sometimes (it's a gas station where I live) but it's rare.

Sunny_Bunny_ wrote: »

I bet you would like LaCroix. Same idea but no sweetener is added. None at all. I love it!

I love the LaCroix!! I have (Mostly) cut sodas out of my diet and those are my go to for when i need something that isn't water (I don't like tea so that really limits my water alternatives!!)

Diet soda for me is a trigger that makes me want to drink a six pack, lol. I usually stick to water but have a Sparkling Ice, usually once a day. It's fuzzy and super sweet and doesn't make me want to swim in Coke. With that being said, I think it's totally a personal choice. Some people don't consume artificial sweeteners and some do and each have their reasons for doing so. So try a diet soda, see how your body reacts.

Wine can have anywhere from 3-15 carbs per 4 oz depending.... have vodka ( ;

I've never been a soda fan, but I do enjoy sparkling water with a lime wedge. And that's what I drink when I'm out too. I'm a cocktail girl so it's easier to just avoid alcohol all together or I'd be guzzling sugar all night long. Maybe one day I can be fun again lol.

The carbonation gets to me every time I try to sneak soda. But you have better alternatives. I was recently turned onto DIET Oceanspray - 2 carbs per cup and there's plenty of flavors. And its reasonably priced. I haven't tried StCroix just cuz of the costs but heard many drink it.

I gave them up many years ago after deciding they weren't good for me. I have been drinking water, and unsweetened tea, ever since. I do drink coffee now but didn't develop the habit until after becoming keto. I did consume frappucinos with sugar free flavored syrup (thinking this was making it acceptable back then!! Lol!) before keto, but not regular coffee. I tried to add the sf coffee syrup back into my diet, with disastrous results, last summer! Was a huge mistake, for me! I have avoided all sweeteners since then!

It's great to be in the place, nutritionally, to be able to recognise what these substances actually do (and was doing) to us! Making it easier to see the need to eliminate them! I'm happy for you to be there too!