[BillyJack]

"A true, severe carbo addict's metabolism is not fooled by diet foods. A sweet taste in the mouth can set off a hyperinsulin reaction as easily as cake can. Diet sodas have the same effect on me as a cookie."

Same here. I have a diet soda and twenty minutes later I'm looking for something to eat. The diet works best for me when I stick to plain old water. Matter of fact, as I write this response, I'm feeling hungry because I just finished a cup of coffee sweetened with Sweet 'n Low.

I've been on the diet for three years and have maintained my goal weight with little problem.

[I still care]

I remember back in school I could never chew gum when the kids handed it out, even sugarless, because my stomach would start rumbling in class...

[Myrddin]

I have a diet soda and twenty minutes later I'm looking for something to eat.

It's the carbonated water that is dumping your stomach. The carbonate triggers your stomach to empty. It is a favorite trick in restaurants to help make more room for dessert. When you want to clear the table for more customers, refill the coffee and plain water glasses to make your customers feel "full".