My First Doctor's Appointment

[SicEmBaylor]

So, I had my first doctor's appointment ever. I found out I have the diabetes pretty bad. My blood sugar was 430 and my HGBAIC was 18% which is evidently pretty high. I weigh 85 lbs now, so I've lost some weight.

I was hoping that I could be treated with just medication, but my doctor prescribed two different insulin injections. The injection "guns" are actually pretty cool though...they remind me sort of a hypo-spray from Star Trek.

My cholesterol is also slightly elevated, but that's probably the diabetes.

Anyway, this sucks. The injections don't bother me, but having to cut out the sugar and watch my carb intake is going to be really really hard since 99% of my diet is beef, chicken, and pastas/carbs + tons of sugary goodness.

I was a little nervous going to the doctor for the first time, but I did alright. The bastard didn't give me a lollipop after it was over though. =(

[StoopTroup]

They give out stickers usually

[royalfan5]

Be sure to ask for the sugar free lollipop then.

[Okla-homey]

85 pounds? Sheesh. You are a wreck. You'll be lucky to make it to 30. And if so, you'll be blind by then unless you watch your diabetes.

[Veritas]

Sorry to hear about the diabetes but I have to ask...the first time you've been to the doctor...ever? As in, ever ever?

[Lott's Bandana]

Actually, the first thing I thought was, "I'm glad he went to the dayum doctor."

I wanted something funnier than that, but no.

Take care of yourself man.

[SicEmBaylor]

Sorry to hear about the diabetes but I have to ask...the first time you've been to the doctor...ever? As in, ever ever?

Yeah, other than specialists or a few hospital visits. My dad always treated me, but since he can't anymore I finally broke down and made an appointment. I've been losing too much weight and as Homey alluded to, my vision is terrible and I've had horrible nerve pain through my legs and the occasional sharp pain in my heart. It finally scared me enough that I decided I needed to get myself looked at.

My doctor was fairly amusing. He didn't say or do anything particularly amusing, but he looked and talked a bit like Andy Kauffman.

My only complaint is that he's an M.D. not a D.O. Still, he seems fairly competent.

[StoopTroup]

85 pounds? Sheesh. You are a wreck. You'll be lucky to make it to 30. And if so, you'll be blind by then unless you watch your diabetes.

Yeah but he's really hard to hit with a paintball which makes him valuable. :D

[SicEmBaylor]

Be sure to ask for the sugar free lollipop then.

lol, touche.

[Leroy Lizard]

Anyway, this sucks. The injections don't bother me, but having to cut out the sugar and watch my carb intake is going to be really really hard since 99% of my diet was beef, chicken, and pastas/carbs + tons of sugary goodness.

FIFY.

In all seriousness, you need to change your entire attitude about food. Food is that which you eat to keep from getting hungry. Nothing more. Center your enjoyment around other things. Food that is off-diet is poison. Pure and simple.

And watch out for the enablers. Moms are typically bad about this. If someone offers you something off-diet, come uncorked. Make 'em cry. You can apologize later, but they need to understand that bad food is unacceptable.

Forever.

[olevetonahill]

Wow my young friend Ya better take better care of you. Yer BS being that high, you are subject to Going blind AND losing a leg er 2
Hell I was worried about mine hittin over 225 tonight but thats cause I over dosed the sugar when It about bottomed out earlier.
You def, need to Eat a better diet of food and do exercise. 85 Lbs ya need to put some rocks in yer pockets in case the dayum wind starts blowing

Good luck My friend and keep us informed

[Eielson]

I'm sorry to hear this. My sister was diagnosed within this last year. She's doing just fine now, and it doesn't even seem to affect her much anymore since she's moved on to a pump. You'll get the hang of counting carbs after a few months. My sister can accurately guess how many carbs are in just about anything she eats. Honestly, she eats more sweets than I do. She probably shouldn't, but she just basically has to shoot up and deal with possible variances in blood sugar that may cause some crankiness. You'll learn what you can handle and what you can't. It's probably bad for her, but too much sugar is bad for anybody. The sugary drinks are probably the biggest issue, but there are some pretty good drinks that are artificially sweetened. They aren't as good as the real deal, but you'll get used to it. Good luck!

[StoopTroup]

BTW....Siccy Baby....I'm glad you found a Doctor that you like. That's the first step. Listen to him and you'll work it out. Like Vet and others are saying....diabetes is no laughing matter. Work on finding a niche you can live with.

[olevetonahill]

Ya know its bad shat when it makes me have to cut way back on my drankin :mad:

[picasso]

You need to load up on eggs. Drink some protein for a supplement.

I'm sorry for your diagnosis but you can gain weight. Have you thought about hiring a nutristionist or finding a plan online?

[Leroy Lizard]

Diet sodas are bad for diabetes as well.

You just need to treat the diabetes diet as marching orders and never deviate. It is probably easier to maintain a no-tolerance diet than a "reasonable" diet.

I assume you had a typo with your weight. Is it 185?

[SicEmBaylor]

Ya know its bad shat when it makes me have to cut way back on my drankin :mad:

The good news is they did a full round of blood work and my liver and kidneys are in great shape, so bottoms up! :D

[SicEmBaylor]

Diet sodas are bad for diabetes as well.

You just need to treat the diabetes diet as marching orders and never deviate. It is probably easier to maintain a no-tolerance diet than a "reasonable" diet.

I assume you had a typo with your weight. Is it 185?

No. 85lbs. I'm 5'4" and 85 lbs.

[SicEmBaylor]

You need to load up on eggs. Drink some protein for a supplement.

I'm sorry for your diagnosis but you can gain weight. Have you thought about hiring a nutristionist or finding a plan online?

I found a few online a couple of weeks ago to help gain weight, but they entail eating a lot of carbs which rules them out. Protein shouldn't be an issue for me...hell most of my diet is protein.

I think I need lots of good old fashioned fat. Alternatively, I'm going to find a plastic surgeon and see if he can inject me with some of the fat from his lipo patients. :D

[olevetonahill]

The good news is they did a full round of blood work and my liver and kidneys are in great shape, so bottoms up! :D

Naw , The Sugar in the Booze ****s ya up also .

Why ya think I aint postin durnk as much any more :eek:

[SicEmBaylor]

Naw , The Sugar in the Booze ****s ya up also .

Why ya think I aint postin durnk as much any more :eek:

Well, ****.

[delhalew]

Jeez Sic 'em, PLEASE get your diet right.

[CrimsonKel]

I feel like my cage is being rattled.

[StoopTroup]

It's possible someone is messin' with your cage....

http://cdn.fd.uproxx.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/nic-cage-birdhair.jpg

[Leroy Lizard]

Naw , The Sugar in the Booze ****s ya up also .

Why ya think I aint postin durnk as much any more :eek:

You're not?

[jiminy]

I was diagnosed 3 months ago... My b/s was 370 and hg was 12%, so I get to try Metformin and diet/exercise first. I weighed 290 when I started and am down to 260 so far just cutting out sugar and eating better. If you just can't go without sweet drinks, try Koolaid made with Splenda. It's not completely carb-free, but pretty low. Also, Diet A&W root beer is the best diet soda, followed by Diet Dr Pepper. But drink them from the can, they're better that way. Best of luck to you, hopefully you are now on the right path to good health, though it sucks to be forced into it.

[SicEmBaylor]

I was diagnosed 3 months ago... My b/s was 370 and hg was 12%, so I get to try Metformin and diet/exercise first. I weighed 290 when I started and am down to 260 so far just cutting out sugar and eating better. If you just can't go without sweet drinks, try Koolaid made with Splenda. It's not completely carb-free, but pretty low. Also, Diet A&W root beer is the best diet soda, followed by Diet Dr Pepper. But drink them from the can, they're better that way. Best of luck to you, hopefully you are now on the right path to good health, though it sucks to be forced into it.

I have such a problem with the pop. I remember drinking at least 6 cans a day when I was still in Elementary. My breakfast always consisted of two Mt. Dews before school. I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.

I absolutely can't stand diet drinks. They taste like ****. The best I've had is probably Coke Zero, but that's lipstick on a pig. I've never tried the diet A&W, but I'll give it a shot.

The Kool-Aid with Splenda actually sounds like a really really good idea. I'll give that a shot.

[OhU1]

Take care Sic Em, if you are not exaggerating a bit this is nothing to f* around with. I'm lucky not to have diabetes myself. I am 6 ft and drifted up to 270 pounds at age 45. I'm running 5 miles a day 3-4 days a week and I'm feeling good.

If you actually weigh 85 pounds you should be able to start a running program and you'll be able to fly. If you quit drinking soda and eat high quality food I would be willing to wager you'll be a man in control of your own destiny 6 months to a year from now.

[olevetonahill]

I have such a problem with the pop. I remember drinking at least 6 cans a day when I was still in Elementary. My breakfast always consisted of two Mt. Dews before school. I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.

I absolutely can't stand diet drinks. They taste like ****. The best I've had is probably Coke Zero, but that's lipstick on a pig. I've never tried the diet A&W, but I'll give it a shot.

The Kool-Aid with Splenda actually sounds like a really really good idea. I'll give that a shot.

I would say thats yer biggest prob right there
Dayum just drink water and quit all the damn sodas. Yer livivng off the sugars in the sodas and Not FOOD calories
Dayum Boy start eating Good stuff and leave the soda pops alone

[mgsooner]

Eat for substinence, not for enjoyment. That's a big problem that a lot of pepole have, they feel like every meal or the majority of their meals has to be a pleasurable experience. Don't get me wrong, I don't eat piles of gravel, but I also don't look at food as one of my great pleasures in life. Oh and plan your meals in advance. Make sure you plan healthy meals and make sure you get everything prepped that you need to prep before you head off to work/school/wherever so it's ready to go when you get home. This eliminates the temptation to just order pizza or grab fast food because you don't have anything ready to cook.

[picasso]

I have such a problem with the pop. I remember drinking at least 6 cans a day when I was still in Elementary. My breakfast always consisted of two Mt. Dews before school. I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.

I absolutely can't stand diet drinks. They taste like ****. The best I've had is probably Coke Zero, but that's lipstick on a pig. I've never tried the diet A&W, but I'll give it a shot.

The Kool-Aid with Splenda actually sounds like a really really good idea. I'll give that a shot.

Good lord man, diabetic or not nobody should drink that much soda pop. Pure poison and kiss those chompers goodbye.

[SanJoaquinSooner]

I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.

vet is right. This is suicide. Stop it. you are poisoning yourself. Not too different from a drug addict, except it's legal.

[olevetonahill]

Hell sic , Ima say you drink more soda pop in a dayum day than I have drank in the last 15 years ;)

[SicEmBaylor]

Eat for substinence, not for enjoyment. That's a big problem that a lot of pepole have, they feel like every meal or the majority of their meals has to be a pleasurable experience. Don't get me wrong, I don't eat piles of gravel, but I also don't look at food as one of my great pleasures in life. Oh and plan your meals in advance. Make sure you plan healthy meals and make sure you get everything prepped that you need to prep before you head off to work/school/wherever so it's ready to go when you get home. This eliminates the temptation to just order pizza or grab fast food because you don't have anything ready to cook.

See, I've never eaten for enjoyment. I've struggled with food and weight my entire life, but my problem is forcing myself to eat and trying to gain weight. I've never enjoyed eating and I've never been able to gain weight.

I was hypoglaucemic (sic) for most of my life which runs in my family so that combined with all the sugar I eat is probably what caused the diabetes, but it definitely doesn't come from eating too much. I eat very little.

[A Sooner in Texas]

Sic, you may not eat for enjoyment, but you are truly addicted to the sodas. Your body is most certainly not taking in the nutrition it needs because you're filling up on that ****. You likely not only are severely diabetic, but probably also malnourished.
The fact that you weigh only 85 lbs., your eyesight is bad and you are having nerve pain scares the hell out of me. You may not die for a while, but you're in serious danger of going blind and/or losing a limb or two.
PLEASE....take care of yourself! You're far too young and far too intelligent not to do so.

[delhalew]

I have such a problem with the pop. I remember drinking at least 6 cans a day when I was still in Elementary. My breakfast always consisted of two Mt. Dews before school. I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.

I absolutely can't stand diet drinks. They taste like ****. The best I've had is probably Coke Zero, but that's lipstick on a pig. I've never tried the diet A&W, but I'll give it a shot.

The Kool-Aid with Splenda actually sounds like a really really good idea. I'll give that a shot.

**** me, Frosty!! Stop!! I've never heard of an adult doing this.

Check the label on the SOBE zero calorie Life Waters. I drink those. They taste fine to me. ***I don't know the details of a diabetic diet*** Look closely to see that they don't have something else you shouldn't have.

Even if you can drink those, only drink one day. Humans need water to live! You are no dummy. You know better.

[yermom]

See, I've never eaten for enjoyment. I've struggled with food and weight my entire life, but my problem is forcing myself to eat and trying to gain weight. I've never enjoyed eating and I've never been able to gain weight.

I was hypoglaucemic (sic) for most of my life which runs in my family so that combined with all the sugar I eat is probably what caused the diabetes, but it definitely doesn't come from eating too much. I eat very little.

once you can actually process the sugar in your bloodstream, i doubt gaining weight will be an issue

i'd read up on this. are we talking Type I? i know there have been a lot of advances for this in the last few years.

i grew up around Adult Onset Type I Diabetes so i've kinda watched the tech come along. if you have questions i can probably find you some info or point you in the right directions.

[yankee]

. I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.



sorry for your situation, but WTF are/were you thinking???

[yermom]

excessive thirst is an early warning sign

not drinking water probably doesn't help things

[Ctina]

Your dad treated you? Is he a doc?

Hypoglycemia is low blood sugar and with that much soda, that's hard to do. You probably were yo-yoing from dumping that much sugar in your system and your pancreas had to work overtime to deal with it. Then you had too much insulin and it took too much sugar out of your blood and your balance got out of whack.


Please educate yourself about diabetes thoroughly. If you're lost about what diet to pick, just start off with South Beach. It won't be exactly where you should end up but it's a start. Don't just eat bacon and think that's fine. Low-fat meats, veggies and whole grains are what it's about. (Now if I could just practice what I preach! I'm not diabetic, just fluffy.) If you have type-2, it can be potentially controlled with diet alone. Even with insulin, no diabetic can just eat whatever they want to.

[Breadburner]

Are you really a guy...???

[oumartin]

RIP Frosty

[1890MilesToNorman]

No. 85lbs. I'm 5'4" and 85 lbs.

Sic'em, that's not good. I'm 5'4" 145 lbs and that's about my perfect weight. I'm about double your age so you need to fatten up if'n you can. Good luck my friend!

Edited: I was 162 pounds until Sunny did that weight loss thingy long time ago, them bastages inspired me to get back to ideal weight. You need a weight gain support group er sumptin.

[SunnySooner]

Ugh, SicEM, I hate to hear this news, you are way too young for crap like this. Please take care of yourself, read everything you can get your hands on. I'm sure there are all kinds of support groups/message boards for diabetics, and you could probably learn a lot from folks who have been dealing with these issues for a long time.

I'll say a little prayer for you! Keep us updated.

[The]

Yahoo! has the answers. (http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20101029010736AA7msvA)

And holy ****ing ****, 85 lbs? not kilos?

[royalfan5]

Seriously though, you have to put on your big boy pants and deal with it. It doesn't matter what you like to do, it's going to matter what you have to do.

[Jello Biafra]

Yahoo! has the answers. (http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20101029010736AA7msvA)

And holy ****ing ****, 85 lbs? not kilos?

yeh no shiite...i was bigger than him when i was 8

[olevetonahill]

Sic, Hey bro. If ya aint gonna quit those soda pops . let me know where to send the flowers ok ?

[texaspokieokie]

i was diagnosed with "type 2" in summer of 08. immediately, i quit putting sugar or salt (blood pressure a little hi) on any food. NONE

also, i quit drinking reg sody pop.

i watched my diet pretty well for a while & i try to walk about 2 miles (40 minutes for me) per day.

i have gotten to where i eat mostly whatever i want, but not too much of it.
my blood sugar never gets over 180 (3 or 4 times around 220, but not
lately). also it's never below 90. my count normally runs from 110 to 140.
i think the exercise & meds are taking care of me.

i don't recommend anyone doing what i do, what works for me might be really
bad for others.

i had a friend go blind (legally) & he got to where he (of course) couldn't
drive.he died about 5 yrs ago, don't know exact cause,but diabetes didn't help.

everybody knows of someone who has lost limbs to diabetes. anyway,i'm very much afraid of these consequences.i check my BS twice a day.

SicEM, be very careful !!!

[My Opinion Matters]

Is the thread where we post our height and weight?

[The]

Is the thread where we post our height and weight?

7.5".

[My Opinion Matters]

7.5".

Jello evacuates his bowels with specimens larger than you. Or whatever.

[The]

Jello evacuates his bowels with specimens larger than you. Or whatever.

I'm not a fatty.

[My Opinion Matters]

I'm not a fatty.

Well you're certainly not big-boned either.

[The]

Well you're certainly not big-boned either.

Thanks, MOM!

[Oldnslo]

Holy crap, Sic! Take care of yo'sef. Eat your veggies.

... and I am big boned. Certainly. In a great way.

[Jello Biafra]

I'm not a fatty.

but you like em fat. both types.

[2121Sooner]

Anorexia is a bad thing ......

[OULenexaman]

are you bigger than a 6th grader??

[SicEmBaylor]

Your dad treated you? Is he a doc?

Nah, just a guy with an internet connection and a bookmark to WebMD. ;)

Yes, he is/was a doctor.

[SicEmBaylor]

Sic'em, that's not good. I'm 5'4" 145 lbs and that's about my perfect weight. I'm about double your age so you need to fatten up if'n you can. Good luck my friend!

Edited: I was 162 pounds until Sunny did that weight loss thingy long time ago, them bastages inspired me to get back to ideal weight. You need a weight gain support group er sumptin.

The heaviest I've ever been is 145, and I have never in my life felt better than I did when I was that weight. 125-130 probably would have been better, but I wish I could get up into that range again.

[OutlandTrophy]

try eating instead of drinking 20 cans of coke a day!

[badger]

So SickoBaylor (sorry, couldn't resist), could you tell that you had diabetes? Any warning signs that you wanted checked?

You have me worried now, because it's a family disease for me and fortunately haven't not been feeling diabetic... but then again, I don't know what it feels like to be diabetic

[texaspokieokie]

i had no symptoms.


maybe blurry vision.

[2121Sooner]

You said your dad used to treat you but you just now found out you had diabetes and were this sick.


Your dad must be the ****tiest doctor ever........

[soonerchk]

I have such a problem with the pop. I remember drinking at least 6 cans a day when I was still in Elementary. My breakfast always consisted of two Mt. Dews before school. I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.

I absolutely can't stand diet drinks. They taste like ****. The best I've had is probably Coke Zero, but that's lipstick on a pig. I've never tried the diet A&W, but I'll give it a shot.

The Kool-Aid with Splenda actually sounds like a really really good idea. I'll give that a shot.


Dear Tebow, that's a big bunch of sugar. And you didn't gain weight?

Diet sprite and diet rootbeer are both pretty tasty but they are both caffeine free. If you need the caffeine kick, try ice tea or sugar free coffee drinks.

Do what the doctor says and get it under control or you will have parts amputated and then die anyway. Not pretty, but unfortunately true.

[SteelClip49]

Since I have known you on here....

You met a girl who ended up being an acid freak.

You lost your scooter and it finally was found.

Now this? Dude, start going to Subway and Eat Fresh. Eat healthy and maintain a lifestyle that will allow you to eat well and exercise. Limit yourself to maybe 1 or 2 sodas a week. Vitamin Water and Low Cal Gatorades are good as well but only when doing activity. Drink plenty of water mainly with your foods.

Get your sh*t together and live to at least see Baylor win a bowl game in your lifetime. Get well soon.

[yermom]

isn't Vitamin Water basically Kool-Aid?

[The]

You met a girl who ended up being an acid freak.



Oh hells yeah, I LOVES me some Trip Trim.

[My Opinion Matters]

Sic Em is self-destructive like a rock star but without the drugs, girls, and musical talent.

[The]

Sic Em is self-destructive like a rock star but without the drugs, girls, or musical talent.

Learn to English.

[badger]

Get your sh*t together and live to at least see Baylor win a bowl game in your lifetime.

So you want him to live till tonight huh ;)

And go Baylor. And get well SicEm :)

[My Opinion Matters]

Learn to English.

It's better for both of us when you proofread them.

[The]

It's better for both of us when you proofread them.

I'm beginning to wonder if TU was right about youin's being 4th grade drop outs...

[My Opinion Matters]

I'm beginning to wonder if TU was right about youin's being 4th grade drop outs...

I'm beginning to wonder WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR FACE.

[3rdgensooner]

I'm beginning to wonder WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR FACE.He's a huffer.

[The]

I'm beginning to wonder WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR FACE.

He promised Episode III would be ready before New Years.

I've been doing nothing but eating pizza rolls for weeks now...

[Ctina]

You said your dad used to treat you but you just now found out you had diabetes and were this sick.


Your dad must be the ****tiest doctor ever........

This!

How could he see you were that skinny, doing nothing but drink soda, and not think to run any blood work or advise you to cut out the sugar and eat some real damn food? Yikes.

[2121Sooner]

Dr. SicemBaylor

http://www.lifesitenews.com/ldn/images/2007b/Jack_Kevorkian.jpg

[The]

Dr. SicemBaylor

http://www.lifesitenews.com/ldn/images/2007b/Jack_Kevorkian.jpg

HOLY **** JUST GOT REAL.

[Jello Biafra]

HOLY **** JUST GOT REAL.

yeh. we got the gist....

[olevetonahill]

Just a word here for all of you who may not know.
Sics dad almost died a coupla years ago, and was sick before that, Hes spent time in a rehab. Now that would mean to me that he has not been able to treat or even know much about whats going on with Sic.
So it be nice if Yall back off his dad.

Sic seems to have gone down hill just in the last year that I know of.
Yea he deserves shat for not taking better care of himself, But he needs encouragement more.

Now Yall can go ahead and be jackasses towards his dad or you can take the high road,

[oumartin]

So, How is SicEm's dad? I bet Frosty is run down from taking care of his dad. That can be hard on you when a loved one is suffering and needs your assistance. Hopefully the family will gather around Frosty like they did his father. It's times like these when you need your family. Good luck Frosty.

[2121Sooner]

Just a word here for all of you who may not know.
Sics dad almost died a coupla years ago, and was sick before that, Hes spent time in a rehab. Now that would mean to me that he has not been able to treat or even know much about whats going on with Sic.
So it be nice if Yall back off his dad.

Sic seems to have gone down hill just in the last year that I know of.
Yea he deserves shat for not taking better care of himself, But he needs encouragement more.

Now Yall can go ahead and be jackasses towards his dad or you can take the high road,



Seems like a guy with his sense of humor would love a little bit of humor in his life and he gets that here. If I have offended Sic then I am sure he would be the first to hatespek me or PM me.

If he didnt like people busting his balls and razzing him he probably wouldnt post the stuff he does here.

But to make olevet happy I am sending some internet prayers your way. You should send some to your football team, cause they need it right now too.

[olevetonahill]

Dude I pointed out that Sic deserved gettin a hard time . I also was pointing out the Fact that his DAD dont !:pop:

[2121Sooner]

Dude I pointed out that Sic deserved gettin a hard time . I also was pointing out the Fact that his DAD dont !:pop:


What about Chk's dad?


Can we make fun of him?

[soonerchk]

You can, but if you happen to get smited, don't come crying to me.

[Ctina]

That's unfortunate, but it's all part of life. I'm not saying his dad kicked puppies, just that being a doctor, he could/should have taught his kid better regarding health habits. I hope he gets his sugar under control.


Regarding chk's dad, what all is involved in this smiting? I'd like to know what I may be in for.

[Jello Biafra]

That's unfortunate, but it's all part of life. I'm not saying his dad kicked puppies, just that being a doctor, he could/should have taught his kid better regarding health habits. I hope he gets his sugar under control.


Regarding chk's dad, what all is involved in this smiting? I'd like to know what I may be in for.

well, for all we know, his dad DID teach him how to take care of himself he just didnt listen. I have one of those kids....in fact, i specifically got him into wreslting because hes going to have to defend himself in prison./

[oumartin]

I have one of those kids....in fact, i specifically got him into wreslting because hes going to have to defend himself in prison./




Gonna work for the D.O.C is he? ;)

[olevetonahill]

Gonna work for the D.O.C is he? ;)

Prolly in an Under cover type deal ;)

[soonerchk]

That's unfortunate, but it's all part of life. I'm not saying his dad kicked puppies, just that being a doctor, he could/should have taught his kid better regarding health habits. I hope he gets his sugar under control.


Regarding chk's dad, what all is involved in this smiting? I'd like to know what I may be in for.

Well since he's dead, he has magical powers. 2121 will probably never be able to get it up again and will also hit his other head on things all the time. You would probably never be able to clog again.

Again, you can say what you want, but I will not be held responsible for the resulting consequences.:eek:

[The]

Again, you can say what you want, but I will not be held responsible for the resulting consequences.:eek:

The Hell you say.

[SicEmBaylor]

That's unfortunate, but it's all part of life. I'm not saying his dad kicked puppies, just that being a doctor, he could/should have taught his kid better regarding health habits. I hope he gets his sugar under control.


Regarding chk's dad, what all is involved in this smiting? I'd like to know what I may be in for.

This has all happened since my dad became ill. He had no idea that I had diabetes.

He did teach me better habits -- I chose not to follow his advice. He always tried to get me to stop drinking so much pop and eat healthier, but my parents were always the type to explain the right and proper thing to do and then leave it to me to decide whether to follow it. They were very hands-off types. Plus, my parents themselves didn't exactly have great eating habits.

But, yes, he explained plenty and I plenty well ignored it.

[SicEmBaylor]

Things are already looking up. I swear that I already feel slightly less sluggish after just a few days. I've cut WAAAAY down on the sugars. I did end up having a couple of regular Pepsis yesterday, but 2 of them is down from the 18-22 that I usually have.

Whoever said that Diet Dr. Pepper was the best -- they were right. I don't really like Dr. Pepper but as far as the Diets go it really does seem to be the best.

[olevetonahill]

Things are already looking up. I swear that I already feel slightly less sluggish after just a few days. I've cut WAAAAY down on the sugars. I did end up having a couple of regular Pepsis yesterday, but 2 of them is down from the 18-22 that I usually have.

Whoever said that Diet Dr. Pepper was the best -- they were right. I don't really like Dr. Pepper but as far as the Diets go it really does seem to be the best.

Dude , You've been living off of empty Sugar calories for a long time . Once you cut those out you will see yer appetite Come back and ya will want food.
Then yer body can start healing itself :pop:

[StoopTroup]

Things are already looking up. I swear that I already feel slightly less sluggish after just a few days. I've cut WAAAAY down on the sugars. I did end up having a couple of regular Pepsis yesterday, but 2 of them is down from the 18-22 that I usually have.

Whoever said that Diet Dr. Pepper was the best -- they were right. I don't really like Dr. Pepper but as far as the Diets go it really does seem to be the best.

Back when our parents didn't realise Coke/Pepsi etc wasn't good for a replacement for water....I was getting migranes when working in the heat. I quit drinking pop when I was working and stuck with beer or water at night. My migranes went away.

Pop....it's not for Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

[SicEmBaylor]

Dude , You've been living off of empty Sugar calories for a long time . Once you cut those out you will see yer appetite Come back and ya will want food.
Then yer body can start healing itself :pop:

Even as recently as a week or two ago, I would have almost rather died then give up my habits. But honestly at this point I'm ready and even excited about the change. I'm sick of feeling like crap 24/7. It got to the point where I was exhausted just getting dressed in the morning.

I need to add in some exercise. That didn't use to be a problem when I swam competitively. For 10 years I swam well over a mile almost every single day, but I haven't swam in years. I'd love to find a decent pool to workout in, but short of that I can always go out and play paintball or walk around the battlefield.

[The]

Even as recently as a week or two ago, I would have almost rather died then give up my habits. But honestly at this point I'm ready and even excited about the change. I'm sick of feeling like crap 24/7. It got to the point where I was exhausted just getting dressed in the morning.

I need to add in some exercise. That didn't use to be a problem when I swam competitively. For 10 years I swam well over a mile almost every single day, but I haven't swam in years. I'd love to find a decent pool to workout in, but short of that I can always go out and play paintball or walk around the battlefield.

Have you considered taking up smoking? Cuz it's awesome.

[soonerchk]

Even as recently as a week or two ago, I would have almost rather died then give up my habits. But honestly at this point I'm ready and even excited about the change. I'm sick of feeling like crap 24/7. It got to the point where I was exhausted just getting dressed in the morning.

I need to add in some exercise. That didn't use to be a problem when I swam competitively. For 10 years I swam well over a mile almost every single day, but I haven't swam in years. I'd love to find a decent pool to workout in, but short of that I can always go out and play paintball or walk around the battlefield.

Congrats, you damn near succeeded. I think you'll find changing your habits will be much better than dying from them.

[Jello Biafra]

agree with tha chick....youll be doing nekkid squat thrusts in the YMCA showers in no time


:)

[olevetonahill]

Hell Sic, I had to cut way back on my drankin
I decided as Much as I Like my Beer. I like being on this side of the dirt better ;)

[Oldnslo]

FWIW, Sic, you may also want to take a look at your caffeine intake. Caffeine screws up how your body handles sugar and delivers insulin. It's not a great idea to have a ton of it under the best of circumstances, and certainly not for diabetes. (I only have caffeinated products--One Red Bull on Wednesday mornings on the way to the radio station).

[Penguin]

I saw some people saying Diet Dr. Pepper is great? You people must be smoking something good. That junk tastes like Diet RC with a little sand mixed in for flavor.

I had to give up sugar and the best tasting diet drink that I've found is Diet Sierra Mist. I dare anyone to drink it and get any sort of "diet" aftertaste. That stuff is good!

Like to eat breakfast? Try Walden Farms Pancake Syrup (http://www.waldenfarms.com/products/syrup_pancake.html). It's sugar free syrup and I swear to you, it is damn good. I swear that I hate diet tasting stuff, but this is good stuff. You can't tell it's sugar free.

For a diabetic, this is a great time to be alive. No starvation. No "doing without." No suffering. Just choose healthy substitutes and you'll be fine.

[soonerchk]

Sprite Zero is tasty and I only drink it because I like it.

[SunnySooner]

Hon, if you like Kool-Aid, try the Crystal Light single packets. WalMart makes a version that's cheaper and good as well. Just empty a packet into a bottle of water, shake and go. No need to find a pitcher, or make a big batch of one flavor, etc. And they are tasty, especially the fruit punch, lemonade, and orange flavors.

I've had diet-only drinks for so long, real Cokes taste awful, pure sugar. You will adjust, just takes a little time. I saw at the store today, they had diabetic flash cards that taught you the carb counts of common foods. There were even fridge magnets with pics of the food and the carb #. Just take it a day at a time, it will all be second nature soon, there's a learning curve, but I'm glad to hear you are already making positive changes. Hope you feel better real soon, we needz our Tin-foil Hat Man round here. ;)

[soonerchk]

^Drinking a Crystal Light Raspberry Lemonade right now. It's good stuff AND you get your daily water requirements met.

[C&CDean]

Look at Sic yanking y'all's chains. Everybody knows he's 6'4" and weighs 230.

Actually I've met Sic multiple times. He really is 5 foot nothing and weighs less than a buck. On a good day.

Dude, in all seriousness, get it together. Eat some ****ing chicken. Some steak. Some mother****ing *****. It's taking every ounce of willpower I have to not rip your sorry *** from south to north. Only a ****ing idiot drinks regular soda, and only a complete dildo would think about drinking a 12-pack or more. In a month, never less a day. Fer ****'s sake, get a grip. Nobody likes pasty white anorexic scrawny weak little ****wads with the diabetes. NOBODY. Not even your mom.

Anyhow, I ain't gonna give you any advice on something to replace your case of Pepsi a day habit - other than ****ing HEROIN. Shoot it. NOW. In your vagina. It's healthier than the way you're killing yourself.

TIA.

[StoopTroup]

Vagina and herion not a bad improvement....lol

[OUEngr1990]

85 lbs? Wow.

I'm at 230, almost 3 of you.

Hope you hang in there bro..

[Ctina]

I don't like Dr. Pepper either but the Diet version is almost acceptable. I drink regular Coke but try to limit it to two a day. It's occasionally more but frequently less. I'd actually rather have real sugar Mexican Coke instead of the crappy High Fructose junk they sell here in the U.S. I would rather have the natural stuff over the lab created crap.

I'm glad your dad tried to teach you better, you can get it turned around.

[waynepayne]

^Drinking a Crystal Light Raspberry Lemonade right now. It's good stuff AND you get your daily water requirements met.


I remember when somebody tried to ruin Crystal Light for me.

true story.

[badger]

I remember when somebody tried to ruin Crystal Light for me.

true story.

Not sure I want to hear that story, but I have an empty bottom that used to have smart water. I refill it with dumb water and add Crystal Light. My favorites are lemonade anything and the grape crap.

[olevetonahill]

Not sure I want to hear that story, but I have an empty bottom that used to have smart water. I refill it with dumb water and add Crystal Light. My favorites are lemonade anything and the grape crap.

NP, She says Ya aint doing yer Jorb :eek:

[soonerchk]

I remember when somebody tried to ruin Crystal Light for me.

true story.

I hope you punched them in the throat.


True story.

[Ctina]

Well since he's dead, he has magical powers. 2121 will probably never be able to get it up again and will also hit his other head on things all the time. You would probably never be able to clog again.

Again, you can say what you want, but I will not be held responsible for the resulting consequences.:eek:


You know how I love my clog dancing. I'll be nice to Pops. I can't risk it. :O

[soonerchk]

It's that or your bottom will always be empty.

[Tailwind]

Good luck Sic'em. It's hard to adjust, but it can be done. Your Dr may suggest seeing a Diabetes Counselor. They can be very effetive, so if he/she does, do it.
We got your back Sic'em.

[BajaOklahoma]

Sic-Em, I am late to join this thread. I have a couple of kids at school with Diabetes. I will share a coule of things I've learned from them.

Get an Endocrinologist that specializes in Diabetes. The access to information for you is worth the expense/hassle. Typically, they have you on a very restrictive diet to get you under control quickly, then they start loosening up as they figure out what does and doesn't work for you. One of my kids is on a constant carb diet - he has to have 65 carbs for each meal, while the other one can have whatever he wants by adjusting his insulin. We've gotten pretty good at including portions of foods to get to the numbers we want. Foods aren't off limits, just the amounts. And cokes/sodas/pops are not foods.

Your numbers will be easier to manage once your pancreas shuts down producing insulin completely. This can take up to a year, but I doubt it will be so long for you.
Morning numbers are harder to control.
If you get sick, do NOT wait to go to the doctor. Your blood sugar typically goes up when you are ill (it can also be the first sign of illness), which makes it easier for bacteria and viruses to survive.
Take care of your meds/supplies. Being subjected to heat or being outdated can give you false numbers.

You have to learn the basics so you can progress to things like the pump. There are also some apps for your phone that can help you keep track of your numbers and find out the carb for foods.

I gave up cokes three and a half years ago. I did miss the caffiene the first week (I had a habit almost as bad as yours), but it got better. I can't stand the taste of them now.

Good luck.

[Ctina]

Your numbers will be easier to manage once your pancreas shuts down producing insulin completely.

Just a short lesson:

Type 1 diabetes is when your pancreas is damaged and either cannot produce insulin, or cannot produce enough. Type 2 is when the body is resistant to the insulin produced. Although I don't know, it sounds like he has Type 2. It can be often be controlled through diet and exercise alone.

[SicEmBaylor]

Sic-Em, I am late to join this thread. I have a couple of kids at school with Diabetes. I will share a coule of things I've learned from them.

Get an Endocrinologist that specializes in Diabetes. The access to information for you is worth the expense/hassle. Typically, they have you on a very restrictive diet to get you under control quickly, then they start loosening up as they figure out what does and doesn't work for you. One of my kids is on a constant carb diet - he has to have 65 carbs for each meal, while the other one can have whatever he wants by adjusting his insulin. We've gotten pretty good at including portions of foods to get to the numbers we want. Foods aren't off limits, just the amounts. And cokes/sodas/pops are not foods.

Your numbers will be easier to manage once your pancreas shuts down producing insulin completely. This can take up to a year, but I doubt it will be so long for you.
Morning numbers are harder to control.
If you get sick, do NOT wait to go to the doctor. Your blood sugar typically goes up when you are ill (it can also be the first sign of illness), which makes it easier for bacteria and viruses to survive.
Take care of your meds/supplies. Being subjected to heat or being outdated can give you false numbers.

You have to learn the basics so you can progress to things like the pump. There are also some apps for your phone that can help you keep track of your numbers and find out the carb for foods.

I gave up cokes three and a half years ago. I did miss the caffiene the first week (I had a habit almost as bad as yours), but it got better. I can't stand the taste of them now.

Good luck.

I absolutely do not want a pump. The injections don't bother me, but I am NOT getting a pump unless I absolutely must.

My doctor is an endrocrinologist. A Peruvian one, but he seems competent! The clinic I'm going to is full of doctors that my dad spent 20+ years referring patients to, so they're treating me very very well.

To be honest, as far as the carb thing, I eat so little anyway that I barely hit the restricted amounts my doctor suggested. I've cut out the biggest source of sugar in my diet which is the 20+ sodas a day plus all the candy bars, etc.

At this point, weighing only 85 lbs, I'd much rather just focus on eating food than be too concerned about amounts. Once I get some weight on then I'll worry about the rest a little more.

[Collier11]

85 ****ing lbs, whats wrong with you dude. EAT some damn food

[tulsaoilerfan]

85 ****ing lbs, whats wrong with you dude. EAT some damn food

No **** dude are u a supermodel in ur spare time? :D

[soonerboomer93]

I'm not a fatty.

does that meant you're a needle ****

[BajaOklahoma]

Just a short lesson:

Type 1 diabetes is when your pancreas is damaged and either cannot produce insulin, or cannot produce enough. Type 2 is when the body is resistant to the insulin produced. Although I don't know, it sounds like he has Type 2. It can be often be controlled through diet and exercise alone.

Thank you for the info, but go back and read the OP. He is getting two types of insulin, probably Lantus and Humalog, to control his blood sugar.
The extreme weight loss and lab numbers point toward Type 1.

Sic'Em, it is critical that you get enough carbs when you are on insulin. It really sounds like you need more education/inofrmation on diabetes. And I think Tailwind was spot on in regards to the Nutritionist.

[2121Sooner]

Is this Soonerfans.com or WEBMD?


Holy crap....

[SanJoaquinSooner]

Thank you for the info, but go back and read the OP. He is getting two types of insulin, probably Lantus and Humalog, to control his blood sugar.
The extreme weight loss and lab numbers point toward Type 1.

Sic'Em, it is critical that you get enough carbs when you are on insulin. It really sounds like you need more education/inofrmation on diabetes. And I think Tailwind was spot on in regards to the Nutritionist.

If he's drinking 16 (non-diet) soft drinks a day, the lack of carbs is not his problem.

[SicEmBaylor]

99% of my diet is strictly meat and carbs. I eat plenty of carbs. The problem with my diet is the lack of variety. There are maybe a couple of dozen things that I eat and that's pretty much it.

I never ever eat any sorts of fruits or vegetables (at least not in pure form). I think that's the biggest problem with my diet. I don't get a lot of vitamins and nutrients that I should from eating more fruits and vegetables.

Like I said earlier, I'm cutting out the sources of the massive amounts of sugar that I typically intake per day (all of the pop and candy), but I'm not going to drastically altar my diet at this point. I don't weigh enough for that ****. So, rather than limit what I eat, I'm going to try to expand upon it.

[1890MilesToNorman]

I think SicEm be Ethiopian who does paint ball. Eat your siblings if you need to Frosty, I don't know them if ya got any.

[SicEmBaylor]

I think SicEm be Ethiopian who does paint ball. Eat your siblings if you need to Frosty, I don't know them if ya got any.

I don't like dark meat.

[SanJoaquinSooner]

99% of my diet is strictly meat and carbs. I eat plenty of carbs. The problem with my diet is the lack of variety. There are maybe a couple of dozen things that I eat and that's pretty much it.

I never ever eat any sorts of fruits or vegetables (at least not in pure form). I think that's the biggest problem with my diet. I don't get a lot of vitamins and nutrients that I should from eating more fruits and vegetables.

Like I said earlier, I'm cutting out the sources of the massive amounts of sugar that I typically intake per day (all of the pop and candy), but I'm not going to drastically altar my diet at this point. I don't weigh enough for that ****. So, rather than limit what I eat, I'm going to try to expand upon it.

Generally, Type II diabetes people have to limit potatoes, bread, rice, and pasta - and of course sugar in all its forms. The body turns the carbs to sugar. You still need some carbs, but they should come from the fruits and vegetables. If you're going to eat pasta or rice, it should be small portions of whole wheat pasta and brown rice.

So for example, instead of eating spaghetti with a meat sauce, replace the spaghetti with cooked vegetables, such as steamed cabbage, or cooked carrots, zucchini, etc.

[soonerchk]

Whole wheat pasta?

[Penguin]

Wow. There is a lot of freaking out in this thread. Cut out the sodas. Try to eat healthier. Take your meds. Give it 3 months and see what your blood tests say then. If the blood glucose is fine, then there, you found the right balance. Keep doing that. If it's still bad, then make a few more changes and see what happens in another 3 months.


I think you can do without the "ZOMG!!! CHANGE EVURYTHANG FUN IN YUR LIFE" panic for now.

[STUpendOUs]

I'm not a fatty.

I have been told that you are a "Wee Pixie of a man"

[SouthFortySooner]

excessive thirst is an early warning sign

not drinking water probably doesn't help things

Latin word for diabetes- pees a lot.

Hey man, at last estimate I have drawn blood over 400k times. It is simple, those new diabetics who take care of themselves do well, those who don't, well don't.

[SicEmBaylor]

I had a follow up appointment today. I've cut my blood sugar in half though I'm still having trouble getting it below 200, so he made some adjustments to my insulin.

I've gained 12lbs in 2 weeks, so I'm up to 97lbs now which is fantastic. I think 125 would be my optimum weight. Things are definitely improving though. I have about 25% more energy, and my eyesight has already started improving. The pain in my feet and legs are also gone.

My only complaint is that I think the insulin, as strange as it sounds, gives me minor headaches. Everytime I take a dose I get a minor headache which is unusual for me. I'm also urinating a LOT less. It's really nice not having to go to the bathroom every 15 minutes all through the day and night. On the other hand, I'm no longer craving ice water so I'm not drinking nearly as much (or enough) water as I did before the insulin.

Diet Dr. Pepper is most definitely the best tasting diet drink, and I typically hate Dr. Pepper (that's sacrilegious for a Baylor guy I know).

[Leroy Lizard]

Is this Soonerfans.com or WEBMD?


Holy crap....

Don't bitch. It is one of the rare instances when useful information is actually produced here without the obligatory pissing match.

[Leroy Lizard]

Wow. There is a lot of freaking out in this thread. Cut out the sodas. Try to eat healthier. Take your meds. Give it 3 months and see what your blood tests say then. If the blood glucose is fine, then there, you found the right balance. Keep doing that. If it's still bad, then make a few more changes and see what happens in another 3 months.


I think you can do without the "ZOMG!!! CHANGE EVURYTHANG FUN IN YUR LIFE" panic for now.

He needs to follow his doctor's orders and never veer. This **** can kill you or make your life really miserable.

[jiminy]

Awesome... are you watching your total carbs or just sugar? Because lots of foods you would think are healthy will still cause your blood sugar to rise, but more slowly over a longer period of time. It's good to have a low-carb "goto" meal - for me it's fish and broccoli with a few baby carrots that can all be nuke-steamed in 10 minutes or less.

Did your doctor tell you to see an eye doctor? You want to get a scan of the blood vessels in your eyes, to see if there has been any effect from the diabetes.

[Leroy Lizard]

Awesome... are you watching your total carbs or just sugar? Because lots of foods you would think are healthy will still cause your blood sugar to rise, but more slowly over a longer period of time.

Diet sodas. They are really no better than non-diet sodas. It is best to avoid sodas altogether.

I used to drink tons of sodas. I switched to diets to lose weight and soon developed a taste for them. (I can't drink regular sodas now -- too sweet.)

About six months ago I dropped sodas altogether. It was tough for about two weeks, but now I have zero desire to drink sodas.

I would love a milk shake, though. But I can't.

[SicEmBaylor]

Diet sodas. They are really no better than non-diet sodas. It is best to avoid sodas altogether.

I used to drink tons of sodas. I switched to diets to lose weight and soon developed a taste for them. (I can't drink regular sodas now -- too sweet.)

About six months ago I dropped sodas altogether. It was tough for about two weeks, but now I have zero desire to drink sodas.

I would love a milk shake, though. But I can't.

There are some things I won't do. Totally cutting out the pop is something I simply won't do. No way. No how.

[yermom]

i went like 6 months without caffeine

i was dreaming about Coke. it was bad.

[NormanPride]

Pepsi Max & Coke Zero >>>>> Diet Dr. Pepper

[olevetonahill]

There are some things I won't do. Totally cutting out the pop is something I simply won't do. No way. No how.

At least untill you go ****ing blind and cant find em.

[Leroy Lizard]

At least untill you go ****ing blind and cant find em.

Or he can't pick them up.

[RacerX]

Pepsi Max & Coke Zero >>>>> Diet Dr. Pepper

mmm, Pepsi Max = xtra caffeine

[C&CDean]

You know, I just don't get how someone can drink 15+ of anything every single day. If you drink 15+ beers every day you are a raging alcoholic. If you drink 15+ sodas every day you are a raging diabetic. At least the alkie feels better...

[saucysoonergal]

I drink 15 cups of coffee. If just makes me even-keeled. ;)

[Sooner_Bob]

I would say that right now I drink between 16-18 cans of Pepsi a day plus a bottle of Gatorade here and there.



Dang . . . that makes the one or two I have a day look like nothing.

How could you stand to drink that many?

[saucysoonergal]

How could you afford to drink that many?
fify

[Sooner_Bob]

I saw some people saying Diet Dr. Pepper is great? You people must be smoking something good. That junk tastes like Diet RC with a little sand mixed in for flavor.


Exactly what I was thinking that stuff tastes awful . . . so does Diet Mt. Dew.

[Sooner_Bob]

fify

7-11 often has them for less than 50 cents each. :D

[Sooner_Bob]

I drink 15 cups of coffee. If just makes me even-keeled. ;)

2-3 is enough for me. Anymore than that and my stomach exacts great revenge. :O

[soonerbrat]

so is it type I or type II? never read the whole thread. sounds like type I though, to me.

[C&CDean]

I drink 15 cups of coffee. If just makes me a raving lunatic beeyatch. ;)

Indeed...

[sperry]

I don't understand how this person isn't dead. Just goes to show the human body is pretty damn tough.

[yermom]

and a little prone to hyperbole ;)

[Leroy Lizard]

If you drink 15+ sodas every day you are a raging addict.

FIFY

[homerSimpsonsBrain]

There are some things I won't do. Totally cutting out the pop is something I simply won't do. No way. No how.

I knew a diabetic with exactly your attitude. He be dirt napping now due to a stroke.

[SicEmBaylor]

so is it type I or type II? never read the whole thread. sounds like type I though, to me.

Yep, Type I.

[Half a Hundred]

There are some things I won't do. Totally cutting out the pop is something I simply won't do. No way. No how.

Sodas have both salt and caffeine in them. Both are well-known diuretics. See if you can go for a month without drinking anything other than water, with the occasional alcoholic beverage. You'll be shocked at how easily you can get by without them at the end. I used to drink around 8 cans a day, now I drink maybe one every two weeks.

[soonerbrat]

Sodas have both salt and caffeine in them. Both are well-known diuretics. See if you can go for a month without drinking anything other than water, with the occasional alcoholic beverage. You'll be shocked at how easily you can get by without them at the end. I used to drink around 8 cans a day, now I drink maybe one every two weeks.

my daughter gave up soda for lent a few years ago and then never started drinking them again. she had a sip of pepsi at lunch the other day and about threw up.

[soonerbrat]

There are some things I won't do. Totally cutting out the pop is something I simply won't do. No way. No how.

even if it means the difference in being blind or having sight? or having feet or not having feet? I'd rather have feet than sodapop.

[RacerX]

even if it means the difference in being blind or having sight? or having feet or not having feet? I'd rather have feet than sodapop.

Obviously your priorities are all screwed up.:D

[delhalew]

Soda is way overrated. We just get hooked on it when we are young.
My mom only drinks soda when she drinks crown and cokes, but she drinks those alot. She started using coke zero, and now a regular coke is sickening to her.

[Sooner_Bob]

Man . . . there are some days that nothing hits the spot like a good Coke.

My wife has mentioned that we (my family) needs to stop drinking pop as much as we do, but I'm not sure I'm ready to try it just yet.

[Bourbon St Sooner]

I quit drinking coke when I was back in college. I can't even drink one nowadays. It's way too sweet.

[Mississippi Sooner]

I quit drinking coke when I was back in college. I can't even drink one nowadays. It's way too sweet.

Same here. In fact, just last night my step-son brought home a 2 liter of Coke, so I thought I'd give it a try. It was all I could do to get down one swallow. Tasted like maple syrup.

Funny thing, since I've lived down here in the deep south for about 15 years now, waitresses still look at me like I've got a booger on my nose when I ask for unsweet tea. I don't care what the damn custom is down here, when I want tea, I want tea. I don't want that concoction that's so thick that the spoon will damn near stand on it's own in the glass.

(And yeah, maybe I do have a booger on my nose, but that's beside the point.)

[soonerbrat]

Obviously your priorities are all screwed up.:D

call me crazy

[C&CDean]

OK Crazy.