Not new to low carbs & so I am familiar with some side effects

[BgR72 113]

I have done the Atkins diet. I have done the fasting programs. Warrior program. Went 25 hours without food & then eat one time & fast again. So I have some understanding of low carbs or no carbs. I used the Keto strips to see if I got into the fat burning process. So I did different programs. Ultimately, I didnt get a consistent weight loss from these programs. Maybe 18 lbs then couldnt sustain the weight loss and or lose any more. I noticed that while on a low carb program or no carb that I kept a dry mouth. Also with the dry mouth was the bad breath because of the dry mouth. It was unpleasant. So, I started to chew gum more change mouthwash to non alcohol. It helped somewhat but more or so to cover up the dry mouth & bad breath. Basically, I found out that dry mouth and bad breath may be what some may deal with when carbs are low. So with the pre & post op program this may become an issue for some. I heard that we cant chew gum. I think that's what I read. I will confirm with the nutritionist. If so, I got to find a replacement because I know this will be a problem for me. Maybe sugarfree mints? IDK. Still wont be the same like chewing in gum. I wonder is this just for 6 months post surgery not to chew gum ? Got to ask my doctor to make sure. If someone knows Im sure I will read it. But will ultimately confirm yes or no when I see my doctor this week. Anyone dealing with dry mouth and or bad breath while on pre or post op program.

[Darkstarwon 4]

Why would gum be a problem? Does everything you eat have to be sugar free?

[blondie66 271]

My breath is better post op! I think all the nasty stuff got cleaned out....even when I was on just liquids no bad breath. As for gum I didn't chew until 1 year after not sure if that was a rule or just didn't want gum. Even now I don't wake up with bad breath.

[BgR72 113]

Why would gum be a problem? Does everything you eat have to be sugar free?

When I start my nutrition class if the nutritionist says no sugar ...then I will follow her and have no sugar no matter what it is. Dont know what she will say but i am preparing myself. Following all the guidelines the nutritionist sets for me is my goal.

CW:319
SD:hopefully in May 2017
GW:135

[Er1n 90]

Some doctors say no gum at all, the risk of swallowing to great for them. And those that allow gum say it must be sugar free, from my experience.

[DisneyMom2El 120]

Why would gum be a problem? Does everything you eat have to be sugar free?

We were told no gum because it starts the digestion process -the act of chewing, saliva- which then will make you think you are hungry and/or could cause unnecessary heartburn due to the acids churning in your smaller stomach.