TankTop
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Post by TankTop on Jul 31, 2014 0:43:17 GMT
So, how are you all doing?
I am doing great! Even with the stress of starting a new school year! My teaching partner was inspired and gave up soda as well!
how is everyone doing?
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Post by KikiPea on Jul 31, 2014 1:05:06 GMT
Day 17 here! I had a 6 mo. check up for my BP and cholesterol today. I told her about my accidental DC ban and she was ECSTATIC! She was very happy with my BP numbers over the last month and that I have been having light-headedness. That was her sign that I was ready to be taken off my BP meds! So, we are doing a 2 week trial to see how my numbers do. If they go up a little, she will put me back on the lowest dose possible. Here's hoping it doesn't come to that. This isn't DC related, but I may also get to come off of my cholesterol meds! (That's more weight loss and eating habit related) It was just a great Dr. day.  |
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Post by TankTop on Jul 31, 2014 1:13:45 GMT
That is awesome KikiPea! I know that is what you have been working towards!
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Post by nepean on Jul 31, 2014 1:30:33 GMT
Well done KikiPea that is awesome! I am having a rough week; my FIL is dying, my DH, and youngest DS are with FIL in Australia. I am here in the US with DD and other DS. We all couldn't fly home due to finances, but I am so thankful DH is there with his Dad. But we are all so sad  I want a vanilla coke, for comfort, but I know I don't want the side issues that I have fought so hard to be free from. Right now I am nearing 85 days of no Coca~Cola. |
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Post by dazeepetals on Jul 31, 2014 1:30:44 GMT
Pop free still here! This weekend I had a sip of my DH's Dr Pepper....ugh way too sweet now. Up until Monday I was still having a small glass of unsweetened tea each morning. Monday I didn't have tea. Tuesday I was going to not have tea, but started to get a headache so I had a very small glass. Today I went tea free again and started to get a headache in the evening. I feel better now with some ibuprofen in place. I'm not sure if I'll try to go another day without tea or have a small cup every other day for a week then quit completely. I'm still fully committed to being off all caffeine so that's my ultimate goal.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Jul 31, 2014 4:43:24 GMT
I'm happy to hear all of the good news. I am proud of you all.
Nepean, sorry to hear about your father-in-law. Sending you hugs and positive vibes.
Good day for me today. Feeling good about my progress.
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Post by grammy2emmasophia on Aug 2, 2014 20:19:46 GMT
KikiPea, that is awesome! I am so happy for you  I am happy to say that I am still doing great without the soda. My vice was regular Coke not diet. I am now beginning to notice that my pants are loose! A lot less carbs will mean a little less of me! I have been drinking water and flavored seltzer. Not craving the soda at all. I am walking everyday and overall feel great! Kathy |
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Post by YooHoot on Aug 2, 2014 20:28:37 GMT
I didn't join up with you guys BUT I've been reading your threads. It's been 2 weeks And I've been limiting my Diet Cokes to 1 a day. Can't tell any huge changes yet but not as bloated and sweets cravings aren't as bad. La Croix sparkling water is awesome!
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Post by cycworker on Aug 2, 2014 20:34:39 GMT
I am doing ok. I had some a few times this week just because it was the easiest thing to access while up at the hospital visiting my uncle. I think I had one Weds, Thurs & Friday. But the big gain for me is that I didn't buy a six pack or 12/24 pack in the store.. I just grabbed a single to go. And I didn't open it right away, as I normally would. The craving is gone... the ones I've had I didn't even enjoy.
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Post by eastcoastpea on Aug 2, 2014 20:40:31 GMT
I'm already over my self-imposed limit for the day. Trying to keep two different pitchers of Crystal Light and a pitcher of filtered water in the fridge at all times to help. But, all of these extra kids hanging out the last few days makes it hard to keep up with it. TankTop, KikiPea and all others, thanks for continuing to post to show that it is doable and for your support.
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Post by cycworker on Aug 2, 2014 20:46:45 GMT
What is interesting for me is that I am not liking my usual Goodhost iced tea all of a sudden. It's too sweet. But I'm not loving plain water yet, either. My doctor said she was fine with me using the Crystal Light singles, or those other water flavoring things. Eventually I'll switch over to real fruit, but sometimes I want something fast. There is a brand called Mio that has a lemon flavour I quite like.
My other thing is that water must be VERY cold for me to enjoy it. I can't get the tap water cold enough... or at least I'm too cheap/environmentally conscious to run the tap long enough to get it as super cold as I prefer. I tend to put my bottled water in the freezer for a half hour.
In fact, now that I finished my Iced Capp, I should go put another water in the freezer now.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 2, 2014 20:50:19 GMT
Still hanging in there. No real cravings anymore. I feel a lot better, and generally sleep much better, too. I've been able to cut out almost all the tea/lemonade combo, and now just have a glass occasionally. Thanks for all the virtual support-it was much easier to quit knowing that I had others trying with me! I still haven't convinced DH to give up the DP, but I'm hopeful that me sticking to my guns will inspire him. I'm proud of all us that did this  |
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Post by Monica* on Aug 3, 2014 1:17:54 GMT
Still hanging in there! I like that I'm really not thinking about it too much anymore. It's nice to be relieved of the mental burden in addition to the physical burden of the addiction.
I am drinking one iced tea in the morning, but trying to stick to water the rest of the day. I'm amazed at all of us!!!
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Post by TankTop on Aug 3, 2014 2:31:02 GMT
I am drinking one iced tea in the morning, but trying to stick to water the rest of the day. I'm amazed at all of us!!! I am too! I go go back to school on Monday. I am curious what will happen then. I have stocked my neighbors fridge with water bottles, so I feel prepared. However, I hope I stay strong when the stress hits. I have no cravings for Diet Coke. In fact, dh brought one home for himself the other day and I did not even sneak a drink. No desire. Sure wish i had this much willpower over candy. Lol! |
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Post by Regina Phalange on Aug 3, 2014 2:55:45 GMT
Today is officialy two months for me! I don't even miss it, really. I've gotten used to water and seltzer if I need some fizz.
I haven't read all of the posts but I hope everyone is doing well too! |
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Post by SnoopyFan on Aug 3, 2014 3:01:06 GMT
There was a can of Dr. Pepper in my fridge that tempted me for days. I finally gave in yesterday. I was so looking forward to drinking it! I took a big long sip and honestly it didn't taste very good. I took a few more sips, decided that I really wasn't enjoying it, and dumped the rest in the sink. I think I'll stick with my water!!
I'm not seeing better numbers on the scale, but I am finding that I'm not craving sweets as much as I did before. I'm going to start Couch to 5K next week.
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Post by misadventurous on Aug 3, 2014 3:07:59 GMT
Just want to chime in and say 'good job!' to everyone who's doing this. I stopped drinking soda (diet Coke & diet Dr Pepper were my sodas of choice) about 6 months ago. The first few weeks were difficult but now it never even occurs to me to want one. Well done, everyone!
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Post by MissChris on Aug 3, 2014 6:11:59 GMT
I'm so proud of all of you!! October 8th will be 3 years for me. I must admit that I miss the "thought" of getting a fountain diet coke, but don't miss the actual drink at all. Keep up the good work and know that you are a healthier person without it!!
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I want a vanilla coke, for comfort, but I know I don't want the side issues that I have fought so hard to be free from. Right now I am nearing 85 days of no Coca~Cola.
I am happy to say that I am still doing great without the soda. My vice was regular Coke not diet. I am now beginning to notice that my pants are loose! A lot less carbs will mean a little less of me! I have been drinking water and flavored seltzer. Not craving the soda at all. I am walking everyday and overall feel great! 
