eating and drinking-tip

[~c~ 1]

We all know that this is a big no-no.

It was really hard for me because my mouth would get all pasty and gross without drinking but no more.

i found out that if i take a sip after my meal and sometimes during and simply swish it around and spit it out, it helped!!! I never drink with my meals anymore and don't miss it.

[lianna 3]

Thanks for the tip! I have one also. I pop a sugar free peppermint Breathsaver in my mouth after eating lunch, and the extra saliva helps 'rinse out' your mouth. Of course you also get the benefit of fresh breath!! I have done the Water or mouthwash swish-and-spit at home, but it is hard to do when having lunch with co-workers!

[*susan* 1,709]

I will have to remember these tips. That is one of my biggest concerns for after I have the surgery. I drink a lot with my meals and can't imagine not doing it.

[cindyn 0]

why is it wrong to drink with meals??

[MelodyJ 0]

Cindy ...you don't drink because you will wash your food through quicker and be able to overeat!

Melody

[JanetC 2]

I've heard that once you get good restriction, drinking immediately following eating will have dramatic results, lol, as in it comes right back up. I haven't experienced it yet, just the thought scares me!

I do know that I can eat more if I take a sip with every bite. I'm really trying to stop that habit NOW!! I love the idea of a swish-and-spit. And the mint for when we're out. We have Listerine strips, bet they'd do the trick!

Thanks for the tips!