Beverly -
I have the same problem. I'm a big drinker (non-alcohol that is). I drink well over a gallon a day. I'm always thirsty. I've been checked for diabetes more times than I can count. I plan on having water, crystal lite, teas, etc. with me all the time and plan on sipping all day. I do see that it will be a challenge not to drink while eating. My surgery is in 17 days and I'm cutting back caffeine so I don't get withdraws and throwing away all the big cups, containers, etc. I'm going to start sipping so it doesn't come as a shock to me and my system.
Wendy