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Title: Do you drink Soda
Post by: metsrock69 on February 06, 2020, 04:30:27 pm
As of the the first week of january I have stopped drinking soda. Now I just drink water, coffee, and milk on occasion. I also drink beer but not a lot
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Post by: Nancy5 on February 06, 2020, 04:43:56 pm
I drink soda but not often.  I drink, at night watching tv, either water or ice tea.
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Post by: DEBMZ6 on February 06, 2020, 04:46:32 pm
Yes, I drink soda but I have cut down on the amount that I drink. Now I drink 1 can compared to 3 cans a day.
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Post by: gwilson31 on February 06, 2020, 05:17:16 pm
Every now and then I have a glass of Pepsi as a treat after I finish housework.  Other than that I just drink water.
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Post by: nmbrown863 on February 06, 2020, 06:37:25 pm
I drink some but not a lot. A soda a few times a week. I used to drink nothing but water and coffee.
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Post by: seesawing on February 06, 2020, 08:17:27 pm
I typically drink water with lemon year round.  It is amazing how cleansing it really is.  Your body is hydrated and the lemon cleanses the palate.  Eventually you won't have any cravings for sodas.  Having that habit enables me to 'cheat' every so often even though I find most of these beverages too sweet now.  I won't drink the diet {think 'chemicals'} drinks at all, but I will go to ginger ale or Coke (regular, Cherry, Vanilla, etc.) or root beer. :highfive:
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Post by: tjshorty on February 06, 2020, 09:21:40 pm
Yes.  I am working on stopping that bad habit along with giving up caffeine.    Not looking forward to that headache that comes with giving up caffeine and soda.   
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Post by: timvolley on February 06, 2020, 09:37:03 pm
I drink a lot of pop instead of coffee
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Post by: dreamyxo on February 06, 2020, 11:17:35 pm
No.  I might have soda once a year.
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Post by: gaylasue on February 07, 2020, 04:33:07 am
I quit drinking soda several years ago.  I loved Vanilla Coke and would drink several a day.  Very occasionally I will get a root beer if we are at a restaurant but usually water since they don't charge for that...  I sip on sweet tea all day now.
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Post by: NRAJOE on February 07, 2020, 04:54:14 am
Every once in awhile a Mtn Dew or Vernors Ginger Ale....but mostly coffee and water.
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Post by: mrsmere on February 07, 2020, 06:24:53 am
No, I stopped a few months ago.  Water is my favorite drink.
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Post by: PGS28 on February 07, 2020, 08:54:39 am
We've been a no soda household since December 2017.
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Post by: PGS28 on February 07, 2020, 08:55:18 am
We have Sam's soda water, which taste just like soda, but we even have that very sparingly.  We mostly have fruit juice and water. 
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Post by: PGS28 on February 07, 2020, 08:55:53 am
That's admirable and quite a sacrifice for your health, congrats!

Yes, I drink soda but I have cut down on the amount that I drink. Now I drink 1 can compared to 3 cans a day.
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Post by: PGS28 on February 07, 2020, 08:56:41 am
You're right; lemon water is very cleansing and hydrating.  And the lemon kills bacteria and has fat fighting abilities.

I typically drink water with lemon year round.  It is amazing how cleansing it really is.  Your body is hydrated and the lemon cleanses the palate.  Eventually you won't have any cravings for sodas.  Having that habit enables me to 'cheat' every so often even though I find most of these beverages too sweet now.  I won't drink the diet {think 'chemicals'} drinks at all, but I will go to ginger ale or Coke (regular, Cherry, Vanilla, etc.) or root beer. :highfive:
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Post by: nannycoe1 on February 07, 2020, 10:26:13 am
diet or no sugar but not daily
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Post by: judylucas on February 07, 2020, 11:33:20 am
I never drink any
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Post by: debidoo on February 07, 2020, 01:45:45 pm
I only drink soda with real sugar in it no HFCS but I rarely even drink that -  to satisfy my fizzy craving I drink Perrier water....which oddly I used to hate and now I love it.
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Post by: cathy37 on February 07, 2020, 02:32:24 pm
Unfortunately I do drink soda every day.  I love my Dr. Pepper and can't seem to give it up.  I keep some beside me and sip on it all day.
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Post by: stevensm4 on February 07, 2020, 02:57:37 pm
Everyone now and then but that's mostly because I learned it's not good for you and if do have some, it will cause me a little pain afterward.
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Post by: braggin on February 07, 2020, 03:24:55 pm
I drink diet soda on occasion but not regularly. My dentist says diet soda is really bad for my teeth. I don't know why she says this though, whether the soda eats away at enamel or whether it causes cavities or what. I think I will ask her this the next time I see her.
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Post by: heypeg on February 07, 2020, 03:39:57 pm
I do drink it but a lot less than I used to.,
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Post by: gtdoss on February 07, 2020, 04:25:06 pm
Yes, I'm for the most part off sodas. I might have one soda once a week, but sometimes I don't even drink that much. I used to drink a lot of soda, but a few years ago I got myself into the habit of drinking mostly water. I might have a cup of coffee or tea a day, but sometimes all I drink in a day is water.  :peace: :heart:
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Post by: mrisha on February 07, 2020, 06:17:54 pm
I may drink some  soda 2x a year.  Too much sugar in all of them.
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Post by: dsosnowski06 on February 07, 2020, 08:41:43 pm
I do a couple of times a week but mostly coffee and water.  But love a good fountain soda
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Post by: sdenimandlace1 on February 08, 2020, 03:30:59 am
I quit drinking soda 10 years ago, we drink  sparkling water now.
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Post by: killers2 on February 08, 2020, 05:05:10 am
I tried to quit sugary sodas.  I used to love them though.  Dr Pepper and Mr. Pibb.
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Post by: TheAmericanCanadian on February 14, 2020, 02:05:48 pm
Once in a while. If I do, it's orange.
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Post by: claudegrizzle on February 14, 2020, 04:38:10 pm
Just occasionally, I used to drink soda a lot more. It is indeed bad for your health. I do drink sparkling juice drinks like izze however. If I do drink soda, it’s usually either root beer or something caffeinated like Coca Cola.
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Post by: jkhanson on February 14, 2020, 06:12:56 pm
As of the the first week of january I have stopped drinking soda. Now I just drink water, coffee, and milk on occasion. I also drink beer but not a lot

AS of June 1, 2019, I stopped drinking soda.  It was easier than I thought.  I had tried other times and I didn't succeed.  I don't know what changed, but I'm glad it did.  Water is my main beverage.
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Post by: Kimdud22 on February 14, 2020, 06:14:36 pm
Not too much. On occasion with food but mostly prefer sweet tea or water and for my caffeine an iced coffee.
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Post by: claudegrizzle on February 15, 2020, 02:46:11 am
I stopped drinking soda in 2014. I normally only drink filtered water, and organic decaf green tea. I also drink lemon or lime water no sugar added. On special occasions we do get sparkling plain or flavored beverages. My husband and daughter still drink soda but only occasionally. None of us drink any alcohol. We occasionally use wine to cook with.
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Post by: nannycoe1 on February 15, 2020, 05:31:33 am
I might have a sip now and then, mostly I stick with water and juice.
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Post by: alice44 on February 15, 2020, 08:25:17 am
Pretty much only when we eat at  fast food restaurants.  ANd then I often just have water. 
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Post by: darkxtsuna on February 17, 2020, 03:31:48 am
Been drinking soda for awhile now cause of Chinese new year and we overbought it during a huge family dinner.
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Post by: Hoss40 on February 17, 2020, 06:26:53 am
yup, I drink soda but, I'm gonna have to quit because of my diabetes
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Post by: bretay on February 17, 2020, 07:51:09 am
i did drink diet dr pepper...but i am on medicine for my migraines...i am on topmax...and you cant drink anything but water...anything with carbonation has a metallic taste and is nasty...and i do miss my glass of dt dr pepper...i drink milos no calorie from time to time but mostly all water...i do use some of the flavor packets to flavor it from time to time..its been 4 weeks without a soft drink...
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Post by: debidoo on February 17, 2020, 11:54:32 am
I rarely drink soda but I do like it a lot but only the kind with real sugar - they call it mexican coke and it comes in a glass bottle.  In fact I drank one last night but can't remember the last time before that I had one.
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Post by: mardukblood2009 on February 17, 2020, 10:17:45 pm
I use to drink it all the time but I had to stop because of tooth decay. My favorite is Coke though.
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Post by: damunchman on February 18, 2020, 04:53:05 pm
i dont really drink soda. evey great while i will for the tickle. i drink powerade and iced tea
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Post by: linderlizzie on February 19, 2020, 11:00:04 am
I drink diet soda on occasion but not regularly. My dentist says diet soda is really bad for my teeth. I don't know why she says this though, whether the soda eats away at enamel or whether it causes cavities or what. I think I will ask her this the next time I see her.

FYI: "Diet sodas and other sugar-free drinks are usually highly acidic, which weakens the enamel on your teeth and makes them more susceptible to cavities and dental erosion. The level of phosphoric acid, citric acid, and/or tartaric acid is usually high in sugar-free drinks so it's best to avoid them." Per DiazOrhodontics.com
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Post by: BUBBLEGUMBEN10 on February 19, 2020, 11:32:28 am
Yeah, i still drink it.
Although,hopefully later on this year
 I can drink more healthier things like fruit juice in it's place.
Water just doesn't always taste that good.
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Post by: autumnsparklemom on February 20, 2020, 04:05:03 pm
Since I do not drink coffee I normally drink a diet soda in the mornings...
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Post by: BEENICE on February 22, 2020, 05:44:34 pm
Why yes Madam I do? What's it to you? Let's have a party!
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Post by: fjaz1 on February 22, 2020, 06:55:21 pm
I drink soda through a straw lol, and maybe you might something stronger to drown your sorrows you 49er loser lol :highfive: 8)
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Post by: rghvac69 on February 22, 2020, 07:12:11 pm
I'll drink a soda once in awhile, but most often its iced tea and water.
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Post by: nickylanena on February 23, 2020, 12:21:56 am
I've started drinking sodas occasionally since we have them in the office.
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Post by: surveygrabber on February 23, 2020, 01:29:59 am
I mostly drink 7-up, sprite, fresco, and sierra mist. Sometimes I'll drink squrit, shasta, sunkist, and fanta.
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Post by: rob110 on February 23, 2020, 04:10:40 am
Very rarely, I'm a water drinker.
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Post by: mamatygress on February 23, 2020, 10:32:28 am
I drink Diet Pepsi once or twice a week.  I've heard all the negative stuff about soda and sweeteners.  Everything in moderation is my motto.
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Post by: king4cash on February 23, 2020, 11:52:22 am
Soda's are a just as addictive as nicotine in coffee....bad stuff
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Post by: ancmetro on February 23, 2020, 12:39:08 pm

    The problem with soda is "too many dangerous chemicals": Sugar. high fructose corn syrup,
artificial colors/flavors...and more. I drink SoBe, at least I get some vitamins and minerals I
need in my diet.
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Post by: pstovall on February 23, 2020, 01:09:54 pm
When I was growing up, I never heard of a "cold drink" being called "soda."  The drink was called by it's name.  It was either a "Coke," "Pepsi," "RC Cola," "Seven-Up," "Sprite," or "Nehi Orange," etc.  So I find it really hard to call these drinks "soda."  Having said that, I will confess I like the taste, but gave them up years ago, because I'd rather save my calories for other treats.  Water is much better for me and saves me all kinds of calories.
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Post by: seesawing on February 24, 2020, 10:23:10 pm
I just want to give a "mention" to the zero-calorie sparkling waters available.  I'm drinking one now {Waterloo - Lemon, naturally flavored}, coming out of Austin, TX.  These sparkling beverages offer many different flavor combinations and are so refreshing -- San Pellegrino, LaCroix, Sparkling Ice, Glaceau Fruit Water, Cascade Ice and others line the shelves with choices.
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Post by: nickylanena on February 24, 2020, 11:43:18 pm
Yes, I drink soda but I have cut down on the amount that I drink. Now I drink 1 can compared to 3 cans a day.

My best friend from high school would drink about 6 cans/bottles of Mountain Dew a day and I was worried about his health. I'm glad to hear you're down from 3 to 1!
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Post by: autumnsparklemom on February 27, 2020, 04:01:09 pm
I drink usually a diet soda in the mornings.
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Post by: Harmabe on February 27, 2020, 04:03:47 pm
Sometimes
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Post by: BUBBLEGUMBEN10 on February 27, 2020, 05:50:47 pm
I drink soda through a straw lol, and maybe you might something stronger to drown your sorrows you 49er loser lol :highfive: 8)
you think you're so cool when you're not.   :o :P :highfive: 8)
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Post by: tantricia44 on February 27, 2020, 08:57:28 pm
I drink only diet soda, sometimes I drink sugary sodas but I make it half with water & half the sugary soda!
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Post by: tantricia44 on February 27, 2020, 09:00:01 pm
As of the the first week of january I have stopped drinking soda. Now I just drink water, coffee, and milk on occasion. I also drink beer but not a lot

[/quote] So, since you've quit drinking soda, how does it feel health wise after stopping?
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Post by: pectacon on February 28, 2020, 09:01:17 am
I do but not as much as I used to. When I was a kid I would have a coke with nearly every dinner. These days I have water instead and save the coke for a semi special occasion.. like pizza :p
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Post by: plennis on February 28, 2020, 09:23:01 am
Maybe once a month, I use to have a cola drink in my hand all the time.  I quit and now it tastes funny almost burns my mouth to drink. 
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Post by: ghunter on February 28, 2020, 10:07:40 am
I love sodas. but try not to drink them.
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Post by: santa7 on February 28, 2020, 08:27:30 pm
Yes.  Love Coca Cola.  I drink way too much of it.  Try to slow down but always two or three cokes a day!
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Post by: catchow on February 28, 2020, 08:52:01 pm
I dont drink it like I once did, I like to have one every couple of week tho :) I prefer coke, but will drink anything else but pepsi
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Post by: minioncookies on February 29, 2020, 11:23:07 pm
I used to down pepsi like it was water. I could get a 24 pack and have it gone in one day back in the day. Now I've stepped back some but i still do drink soda from time to time
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Post by: vg7405 on March 01, 2020, 03:37:24 am
I haven't drank soda in quite a long time (by choice due to wanting to live a healthier lifestyle). However, unfortunately, I broke the "soda-free streak" a few days ago. Here's to hoping I can re-start the streak very soon. :)
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Post by: ccandpam on March 01, 2020, 05:11:24 am
I very rarely drink Soda, but if I do, I only drink Dr. Pepper or Mr. Pibb. These are the only two Sodas that I like. I mostly drink Water.
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Post by: beatsdrop on March 01, 2020, 10:23:09 am
Not typically. I'll drink root beer every now and again, though.
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Post by: mrisha on March 01, 2020, 11:39:16 am
I don't drink soda and or pop.  A long time ago I would but not anymore.
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Post by: braggin on March 01, 2020, 02:23:05 pm
Yes, I drink soda but only diet or zero calorie sodas and only about once or twice a week at most. My dentist has been telling me that diet sodas are bad for my teeth so I have been trying to cut down on them.