Looks Like Alticus Has To Give Up Carbonated Beverages

[Alticus]

I've been drinking carbonated beverages for so long but recently within the last year or so they've been ripping my stomach to shreds. I even tried drinking less but it still burns. No more Mug root beer. This is going to suck big time. Apple juice and citrus based juices also burn. Looks like tap water for Alti now.

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[The Prowler]

This might be a bigger problem than you realize.

You should get it checked out.

 

[Alticus]

This might be a bigger problem than you realize.

You should get it checked out.

Hey Prowler,

Good advice man. I'm considering making a phone appointment with my doctor about it. Don't want to play around with my stomach. Not at my age.

 

[Lily]

Hey Prowler,

Good advice man. I'm considering making a phone appointment with my doctor about it. Don't want to play around with my stomach. Not at my age.

He actually said something worthwhile for a change. You should definitely have your doctor look into this problem.

 

[Garraty_47]

I third the getting it checked sentiment for the same reason I see foregoing sodas as a totally good thing for you.

I gave up sodas the year (1982/3?) I worked at Lakeside Amusement Park and got a good look at the canisters that held the syrups for making fountain sodas. Judging by all of the caution and hazard symbols (headlined by a big ass 'CORROSIVE' warning) one might think the stuff had been shipped straight from Fukushima.

That stuff's poison and if the sugar doesn't getcha the acidity will.

 

[Alticus]

I'll definitely call the doctor. I'm not one of those "Tough Guys" who feel invincible and don't bother seeing one only to later on end up in the hospital because the problem wasn't addressed when it should've been.

 

[realgrimm]

Eat some Gaviscon if it's acidic , I am one of those don't go to doctor "tough guys" but even I know you don't mess with ulcers and acid reflux that shit can lead to bile and that'll burn hole in your stomach lining..

 

[Alticus]

Eat some Gaviscon if it's acidic , I am one of those don't go to doctor "tough guys" but even I know you don't mess with ulcers and acid reflux that shit can lead to bile and that'll burn hole in your stomach lining..

I never even thought of Gaviscon. I'll give it a try.

 

[Moonpie]

My bil went through this and had lots of testing. He had to stop drinking beer (he's an alcoholic) been clean now a year. He still drinks Pepsi here and there but doing much better. Maybe just start getting the Mia and flavor your water to help if water isn't something you're used to drinking. Crystal light is good too. I hope you start to feel better.

 

[Seamajor]

In this climate, I could never give up beer

 

[Alticus]

My bil went through this and had lots of testing. He had to stop drinking beer (he's an alcoholic) been clean now a year. He still drinks Pepsi here and there but doing much better. Maybe just start getting the Mia and flavor your water to help if water isn't something you're used to drinking. Crystal light is good too. I hope you start to feel better.

Gratz to your bil for keeping sober for a year. That's one hell of an achievement! Thank you for your kind words Moon.

 

[Garraty_47]

I never even thought of Gaviscon. I'll give it a try.

You should still get checked out to make sure you're not putting a bandaid on something that requires stitches.

 

[Alticus]

You should still get checked out to make sure you're not putting a bandaid on something that requires stitches.

Oh I will man, believe me.

 

[RANCIDMILKO ™ ®©]

One thing I noticed in the US is that the food there is a lot harsher on the body than the stuff we eat here in Brazoo. I know Brazilians that drive 100 miles to do their grocery shopping in supermarkets that carry Brazilian food because they notice the difference in their health.

 

[Moonpie]

You should still get checked out to make sure you're not putting a bandaid on something that requires stitches.

Agreed!!

 

[cw_]

Try substituting Perrier for soda! Carbonation without the crap.

 

[Alticus]

Try substituting Perrier for soda! Carbonation without the crap.

Hmmmm..haven't had that in a while.

 

[RANCIDMILKO ™ ®©]

Soda in the US and Canada is sweetened with HFCS

They should use sugarcane sugar instead

 

[cw_]

HRCS = very very bad ;,( I avoid it. My preferred sweeteners are honey, maple syrup, fruit, or refuse to use.

 

[RANCIDMILKO ™ ®©]

Try substituting Perrier for soda! Carbonation without the crap.

LOL can't stand plain carbonated water

I squeeze an orange or a lemon in it to make it bearable

 

[cw_]

That is best. Perrier has those varieties too.
Sometimes I put a bit of cranberry juice in.

 

[RANCIDMILKO ™ ®©]

That is best. Perrier has those varieties too.
Sometimes I put a bit of cranberry juice in.

I like Canada Dry.

 

[Alticus]

LOL can't stand plain carbonated water

I squeeze an orange or a lemon in it to make it bearable

Perrier is French for club soda. :P