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Diet Coke

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thebanker Newbie
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I've been gluten free less than two weeks and things seems to be going okay. However, I have given up Diet Coke due to the fact that I don't know whether or not I can have it. So far it seems to be the only item I've missed. Being so new to this, I am doing research but haven't found an exact answer to whether or not I can have Diet Coke. Does anyone know whether or not it is allowed on a gluten-free diet?

Side note: I visited Chili's restaurant this week and my server actually knew what gluten-free was and brought me an appropriate menu--I was completely surprised by this. (We live in a relatively small town and I was afraid that eating out would be a nightmare) I was able to enjoy my meal and didn't have any side affects!

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CarlaB Enthusiast
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Enjoy your diet Coke, it is gluten-free.

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flagbabyds
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diet coke is for sure gluten-free!

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Diet coke is gluten-free, but some people who are sensitive may react to the artificial flavors and sweeteners.

Re: eating out - it can be difficult and emotionally trying. I usually bring along my own condiments (gluten-free soy sauce, cocktail sauce, sald dressing, etc.). It does seem like more and more restaraunts are getting on the gluten-free bandwagon - I don't know if you have a Chipoltle's nearby, but nearly everything they have (including the chips and maragritas!) minus the tortillas is gluten free. I LOVE that place.

Good luck,

zax

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I've been gluten free less than two weeks and things seems to be going okay. However, I have given up Diet Coke due to the fact that I don't know whether or not I can have it. So far it seems to be the only item I've missed. Being so new to this, I am doing research but haven't found an exact answer to whether or not I can have Diet Coke. Does anyone know whether or not it is allowed on a gluten-free diet?

Side note: I visited Chili's restaurant this week and my server actually knew what gluten-free was and brought me an appropriate menu--I was completely surprised by this. (We live in a relatively small town and I was afraid that eating out would be a nightmare) I was able to enjoy my meal and didn't have any side affects!

i have recently deducted coke from my diet cos it contains things that obtains things that absorb calcium not in a good sesence, ( so ive been told) being celiac you are prone to osteroperosis so you need to be carefull, again dont know if its true but being sensetive here, its a bummer cos i love diet coke. if anyone can say otherwise ide love to hear it cos i love diet coke and ive been loathed to give it up. please help if im wrong!!!!!

Nic Collaborator
Nic
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Completely off topic from diet coke, but, was the Chiles gluten-free menu kid friendly? I know the Outback has a gluten-free menu also so I have been checking out safe places to go with a 5 year old.

Nicole

CarlaB Enthusiast
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i have recently deducted coke from my diet cos it contains things that obtains things that absorb calcium not in a good sesence, ( so ive been told) being celiac you are prone to osteroperosis so you need to be carefull, again dont know if its true but being sensetive here, its a bummer cos i love diet coke. if anyone can say otherwise ide love to hear it cos i love diet coke and ive been loathed to give it up. please help if im wrong!!!!!

You are correct. It's bad for you. Moderation is key.

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KaitiUSA Enthusiast
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Diet Coke along with most soft drinks are gluten free. All soft drinks by Pepsi and Coke are gluten free. I have heard that it interferes with the absorption of calcium so I try to limit my intake. I have heard it takes 30 glasses of water to neutralize the acid in one can of soda!

kevsmom Contributor
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Most people have coffee with their breakfast. I drink Diet Coke with mine. I like my caffeine cold :D . I figure I could be addicted to worse things. B)

Cindy

jerseyangel Proficient
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Most people have coffee with their breakfast. I drink Diet Coke with mine. I like my caffeine cold :D . I figure I could be addicted to worse things. B)

Cindy

You sound like my older son--he can't start off his day without a Pepsi :D

thebanker Newbie
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Completely off topic from diet coke, but, was the Chiles gluten-free menu kid friendly? I know the Outback has a gluten-free menu also so I have been checking out safe places to go with a 5 year old.

Nicole

Yes, there were two entrees for children, one was the burger without a bun and I can't remember the other one-sorry. The shake that they make for kids was also on the menu--if a dedicated blender was used. Good luck!

Enjoy your diet Coke, it is gluten-free.

Awesome! Thank you--I will limit my Diet Coke dosage, but I am so glad to know that I can have one every once in a while!

Most people have coffee with their breakfast. I drink Diet Coke with mine. I like my caffeine cold :D . I figure I could be addicted to worse things. B)

Cindy

Me too! I've been drinking OJ instead, it's nice to know I can substitute a Diet Coke!

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