Pop-o-holic

Bay · Jun 11th, 2008, 10:52 AM

I am addicted to pop. I have been drinking lot's ever since I was 13.

Right now I probably drink a bottle/day..

Mostly Pepsi atm.

But all this suuuugar is gonna ruin my body..:(

What can I do? I need to stop! But it's so yummy..

b3stbuy · Jun 11th, 2008, 11:26 AM

try cutting back 2 a week...so your body wont go on "shock" heheh

and if you do cut back...make sure u dont replace it with sugary drinks :)

ive never been a fan of soda...maybe coz my parents arent fans of it either?

mooks · Jun 11th, 2008, 12:14 PM

I got into the habit of drinking up to 4 cans a day of diet Coke and one day just realised not only is it bad for me but it actually tastes pretty gross! I just stopped drinking it and now stick to Ribena and tea

leothelnss · Jun 11th, 2008, 12:29 PM

I drink soda every day too. 2 weeks before I went to the beach I cut it out and when I went my stomach looked sooo much better. When I came back I got rid of my little soda diet and now I'm back where I was
It's definitely not a good habit to have. I need to drink more water, you should too! ;D

cupcake · Jun 11th, 2008, 12:52 PM

I drink approximately 3-4 cans/servings of diet soda per week, if that. I used to drink a lot more than that when I was a teenager, probably around 2-3 per day, and that was regular soda.

As for the diet vs. regular soda war, I don't think either one is better than the other. Diet has artificial sweeteners, most of which are suspect as it relates to health and safety. Regular soda is loaded full of sugar which is bad for your teeth and raises your blood sugar levels. It's probably best to avoid both of them but I think that you'll probably be fine as long as you don't drink too much of either one -- it's all about moderation with everything.

Bay · Jun 11th, 2008, 12:54 PM

I almost never drink water :( And my tummy gets so bubbly from all the pop

What should I drink instead? I tried juices and stuff..

What about crystal light or fun light? Is that better? But I think I will miss the COLA taste..

cupcake · Jun 11th, 2008, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Bay

I almost never drink water :( And my tummy gets so bubbly from all the pop

What should I drink instead? I tried juices and stuff..

What about crystal light or fun light? Is that better? But I think I will miss the COLA taste..

IMO, water and unsweetened tea are going to be your best bests. Most juice has added sugar - levels that are nearly the same as soda! Crystal Light has artificial sweeteners which means it is the same as drinking diet soda without carbonation.

Just make a promise that you will limit yourself to X number of cans per week. You'll probably appreciate it more if you do that!

redney · Jun 11th, 2008, 01:59 PM

why don't you want to drink water?

it's the best drink for humans. no sugar, no chemicals, no additives (and no calories). it won't upset your stomach, won't add weight...and if you have "cellulite" genes, won't exacerabate it.

holly di · Jun 11th, 2008, 02:15 PM

I have been addicted to Diet Dr Pepper since I was 14 (I am now 24) I was drinking 8 cans a day at least, then after reading how horrible they are I had to put them down....I quit cold turkey, it was hard, I swear I had withdrawls! But I have been free from DDP for 6 months, and I can honestly say that I have never felt better! I drink water and only water!!

ilovepinkhearts · Jun 11th, 2008, 02:17 PM

well just remember that your body gets used to the caffeine and you might have head aches once you lower the amount or stop. i too used to be a big soda drinker...now hubby and i buy maybe a 2 liter every other week...if that. we are drinking more water and more iced tea.

so just start to limit your intake and slowly decrease that amount. you might have to try a few drinks until you are able to find something else that is healthier and tastier to you

artich0ke · Jun 11th, 2008, 05:52 PM

I mostly like soda because of the way it fizzes... It's not much healthier, but I've taken to mixing fruit juice with soda water - it's still sweet, but I feel like it's not s bad for me.

cupcake · Jun 11th, 2008, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by artich0ke

I mostly like soda because of the way it fizzes... It's not much healthier, but I've taken to mixing fruit juice with soda water - it's still sweet, but I feel like it's not s bad for me.

If you're mixing carbonated water with juice that has no added sugar it's a lot healthier!

Jun 11th, 2008, 10:52 AM	#1
Bay Purses are teh shiet Location: Somewhere I dont want to be..	Pop-o-holic I am addicted to pop. I have been drinking lot's ever since I was 13. Right now I probably drink a bottle/day.. Mostly Pepsi atm. But all this suuuugar is gonna ruin my body..:( What can I do? I need to stop! But it's so yummy.. __________________ Lusting for Prada/MiuMiu, Balenciaga and MJ..

Jun 11th, 2008, 11:26 AM	#2
b3stbuy Member Location: land of the 3 stars and the sun	try cutting back 2 a week...so your body wont go on "shock" heheh and if you do cut back...make sure u dont replace it with sugary drinks :) ive never been a fan of soda...maybe coz my parents arent fans of it either? __________________ ~to my dogs, i am perfection personified...and i only hope that i am the person they think me to be ~

Jun 11th, 2008, 12:14 PM	#3
mooks Cool Britannia! Location: On The Thames	I got into the habit of drinking up to 4 cans a day of diet Coke and one day just realised not only is it bad for me but it actually tastes pretty gross! I just stopped drinking it and now stick to Ribena and tea __________________

Jun 11th, 2008, 12:29 PM	#4
leothelnss Loves sales... Location: Burtonsville, MD	I drink soda every day too. 2 weeks before I went to the beach I cut it out and when I went my stomach looked sooo much better. When I came back I got rid of my little soda diet and now I'm back where I was It's definitely not a good habit to have. I need to drink more water, you should too! ;D __________________ I have a nice collection (finally) So I guess it's time for me to get picky & have a wishlist... 1. Hayden Harnett Havana Hobo 2. Linea Pelle Angie 3. Kale Tate 4. Rebecca Minkoff Morning After "It's cool to know nothin'" - Kaiser Chiefs

Jun 11th, 2008, 12:54 PM	#6
Bay Purses are teh shiet Location: Somewhere I dont want to be..	I almost never drink water :( And my tummy gets so bubbly from all the pop What should I drink instead? I tried juices and stuff.. What about crystal light or fun light? Is that better? But I think I will miss the COLA taste.. __________________ Lusting for Prada/MiuMiu, Balenciaga and MJ..

Jun 11th, 2008, 12:52 PM	#5
cupcake has started over. Location: Michigan	I drink approximately 3-4 cans/servings of diet soda per week, if that. I used to drink a lot more than that when I was a teenager, probably around 2-3 per day, and that was regular soda. As for the diet vs. regular soda war, I don't think either one is better than the other. Diet has artificial sweeteners, most of which are suspect as it relates to health and safety. Regular soda is loaded full of sugar which is bad for your teeth and raises your blood sugar levels. It's probably best to avoid both of them but I think that you'll probably be fine as long as you don't drink too much of either one -- it's all about moderation with everything.

Jun 11th, 2008, 01:59 PM	#8
redney Lovin' Life!	why don't you want to drink water? it's the best drink for humans. no sugar, no chemicals, no additives (and no calories). it won't upset your stomach, won't add weight...and if you have "cellulite" genes, won't exacerabate it.

Jun 11th, 2008, 02:15 PM	#9
holly di Member Location: little rock, arkansas	I have been addicted to Diet Dr Pepper since I was 14 (I am now 24) I was drinking 8 cans a day at least, then after reading how horrible they are I had to put them down....I quit cold turkey, it was hard, I swear I had withdrawls! But I have been free from DDP for 6 months, and I can honestly say that I have never felt better! I drink water and only water!! __________________ It's a boy!!!!!!!

Jun 11th, 2008, 02:17 PM	#10
ilovepinkhearts twilight: nov 21st Location: Texas	well just remember that your body gets used to the caffeine and you might have head aches once you lower the amount or stop. i too used to be a big soda drinker...now hubby and i buy maybe a 2 liter every other week...if that. we are drinking more water and more iced tea. so just start to limit your intake and slowly decrease that amount. you might have to try a few drinks until you are able to find something else that is healthier and tastier to you __________________

Jun 11th, 2008, 05:52 PM	#11
artich0ke Member Location: down the Cape	I mostly like soda because of the way it fizzes... It's not much healthier, but I've taken to mixing fruit juice with soda water - it's still sweet, but I feel like it's not s bad for me. __________________ artich0ke