My friend gave me a really good suggestion about how to cut back the Mt. Dew until I am no longer drinking it. To start with, on Tuesday and Thursday I can not drink Mt. Dew (or any soda for that matter) no matter what. It is a test of self control and also self respect. After a week or two of this schedule, I am going to add another day (or two, if things go really well), until I am no longer addicted to the Dew.