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Tokoroa, NZ
October 18, 2025
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Quit soda and energy drinks! I stick to Water Ice Tea and Perrier

October 23, 2025
A myT1Dteam Member

Thats a good thing, I drink brewed peppermint tea😀

November 30, 2025
A myT1Dteam Member

Actually I keep soda in the fridge. Regular soda! No diet! Only for when my sugar is low. That's it.

November 26, 2025
A myT1Dteam Member

No diet drink is “good “ for anyone unless u r looking to avoid the high fructose corn syrup in the majority of canned drinks. Diet drinks mostly use artificial sweeteners to improve their flavors, like Saccharine Splenda NutriSweet Aspartame or Sugar alcohols. Everyone has their favorites of course, but there are some newer drinks like poppi which have only 5g of natural sugar for slightly sweetened fruit flavors…..

October 21, 2025
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While the search results don't directly address Diet Coke, it's important to understand that artificially sweetened beverages can affect blood glucose levels differently for each person with type 1 diabetes. The best approach is to monitor your blood glucose when trying any new beverage to see how your body responds.

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While the search results don't directly address Diet Coke, it's important to understand that artificially sweetened beverages can affect blood glucose levels differently for each person with type 1 diabetes. The best approach is to monitor your blood glucose when trying any new beverage to see how your body responds.

Some key considerations for diet sodas:
• Zero calories and carbohydrates means they typically don't require insulin coverage
• Can be used to help treat low blood sugar when mixed with regular soda
• Should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet
• May increase cravings for sweet foods in some people

It's always best to discuss beverage choices with your healthcare team, as they can provide personalized guidance based on your specific diabetes management needs.

October 18, 2025

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