Drinking pop that is. It's really bothering my stomach. I have been drinking diet soda because it seemed less harsh on me than regular, but even diet is taking it's toll now.
I'll miss you Dr. Pepper.
Down here in Texas you can buy Dr. Pepper made with real cane sugar (extra cost.) In the U.S., virtually all soda pop is made with corn syrup, not sugar. That's why a Coke made in different countries taste so much better, they are made with sugar. I usually buy Mexican soda pop, which is always made with pure cane sugar. I don't know if that would be better for your tummy, but you might give it a try.Originally Posted by luvmycat1
Drinking pop that is. It's really bothering my stomach. I have been drinking diet soda because it seemed less harsh on me than regular, but even diet is taking it's toll now.I'll miss you Dr. Pepper.
Hmmm, thanks for the idea.Originally Posted by Persi & Alley
Down here in Texas you can buy Dr. Pepper made with real cane sugar (extra cost.) In the U.S., virtually all soda pop is made with corn syrup, not sugar. That's why a Coke made in different countries taste so much better, they are made with sugar. I usually buy Mexican soda pop, which is always made with pure cane sugar. I don't know if that would be better for your tummy, but you might give it a try.
Pepsi is a big no-no for me. The high acid content is heck on my stomach. Just a few sips cause pain and major heartburn.Originally Posted by bnwalker2
I really need to stop drinking Pepsi... I drink waaaaaayyyy too much and it is affecting my stomach. I agree with trying the Mexican Coca Cola though, they sell it at our local Kroger's and it's really very good!
That's about a 4 day supply for me.Originally Posted by Brandi
I go through about 48 bottles of water a week thoughId drink tap water but here it is terrible!!
Yeah, unfortunately I smoke. I knew it didn't help matters but I didn't know it was because it numbed a flap. Yes, I've had stuff come up on me while bending over. YUCK I think it's more the carbination in pop that bothers me and not the caffeine. Caffeine free sodas bug me too. It shouldn't be hard to stop because I don't even really want soda, it's bothering me that bad.Originally Posted by strange_wings
luvmycat1 - You smoke too, don't you?
There is a little flap at the top of your stomach, both nicotine and caffeine numb this. When that happens it cannot keep the contents of your stomach in your stomach as well as it's supposed to.
Anyone ever lean over after drinking a pop and had it come back up? Not fun...
So for those that have heartburn problems, just cutting out caffeine may not help. If you smoke you may have to give that up too. Fatty foods also keep food in your stomach for longer, which could irritate things.
Sounds like a little bit of everything. Try some Prilosec for a couple weeks and either cut down on the pop and/or smoking, or choose what you want to give up. Avoid aggravating foods - spicy, onions, greasy/fatty, and drink more water if you can. That should settle your stomach and heartburn down, providing you with some relief.Originally Posted by luvmycat1
Yeah, unfortunately I smoke. I knew it didn't help matters but I didn't know it was because it numbed a flap. Yes, I've had stuff come up on me while bending over. YUCK I think it's more the carbination in pop that bothers me and not the caffeine. Caffeine free sodas bug me too. It shouldn't be hard to stop because I don't even really want soda, it's bothering me that bad.
Originally Posted by luvmycat1
Drinking pop that is. It's really bothering my stomach. I have been drinking diet soda because it seemed less harsh on me than regular, but even diet is taking it's toll now.I'll miss you Dr. Pepper.
I took Protonix for awhile last year and was doing good. Now all my stomach trouble is back. It doesn't help that I have anxiety either.Originally Posted by Brandi
Something else that is absolutely incredible for heartburn is Protonix I have GERDS and since I have been on Protonix I can eat pretty much whatever I want which is great...I can drink orange juice something I havent been able to drink in years!! It is expensive if you dont have insurance though about 130 without insurance but very well worth it...most doctors will give you a months worth of samples for it.