Caffeine anyone???

[terril 0]

So Pre-op I was a huge Diet Coke fan. I drank almost a 12 pack a day - to the exclusion of everything else!!! So you can imagine the lovely withdrawl I went through:blink:

So now I am 1 month post -op and have not had any caffeine in 5 weeks and doing fairly well. I really do not have any desire to go back to the Diet Coke, but I think I might like a regular cup of coffee or Dunkin Donuts Iced coffee from time to time. So does anyone know the deal with caffeine? I was told that I would need to give caffeine up once I had the surgery. I just wondering why - the nutrionist never really gave me a straight answer. Why is the caffeine so bad for bansters???

[HeatherinCA 10]

Same w/ the diet coke here too. But I gave it up about 6 weeks ago.

My books says:

"caffeine is an appetite stimulant which is detrimental to initial weight loss and long-term weight control. caffeine is also a diuretic which can cause dehydration."

hmm.

[CheckYes 46]

My doc said no caffeine for one week after surgery. I had my first cup of liquid heaven (coffee) on Friday. Just one a day and watching to make sure I am drinking enough Water.< /p>

[sparkplug 106]

So Pre-op I was a huge Diet Coke fan. I drank almost a 12 pack a day - to the exclusion of everything else!!! So you can imagine the lovely withdrawl I went through:blink:

So now I am 1 month post -op and have not had any caffeine in 5 weeks and doing fairly well. I really do not have any desire to go back to the Diet Coke, but I think I might like a regular cup of coffee or Dunkin Donuts Iced coffee from time to time. So does anyone know the deal with caffeine? I was told that I would need to give caffeine up once I had the surgery. I just wondering why - the nutrionist never really gave me a straight answer. Why is the caffeine so bad for bansters???

The only things I was told to not have were alcoholic beverages and smoking! Definite no no's but people on here still do it so I guess you can live with that with the band. I WILL NEVER give up my coffee for anything or anybody. I love my coffee every morning and especially when we go out to eat, it helps to relax my band so that I can eat. I live for my coffee, especially in the colder temperatures of winter, even though it does not get too cold in Arizona during the winter, it is really very soothing to me and my band. As far as dehydration, I drink so much Water during the day that it really does not matter about the coffee eliminating some of it. Coffee satisfys me when I am hungry and it really helps to relax me before my meals, I try not to have it at night at home, but it is a life saver when we go out to eat. I think it depends on the individual, if it works for you, do it, my Dr. never said it was a problem. Now gum chewing makes people very hungry, did your Dr. tell you to not do anything to trigger your appetite like that? There are so many good ideas that come up on this website and I read on here every day, you will find out that what works for you, might not work for somebody else, this is an individual journey and only you can decide what works best for you. Good luck and listen to your body and your mind and you will do just fine.

[grettavbm3 0]

I was a coffee drinker prior to and still am post op- my dietician recommended reducing the caffiene. So I switched to half caf folgers. It's not bad. Absolutely NO SODA. And caffiene in large amounts from what I understand can act as a diaretic (sp?) and can cause dehydration from what she told me. But who knows every doc out here seems to be different.

hope this helps

Smile-

Gretta

I was banded Dec 8. 2010

Pre op 244lbs

Surgery day 231

Current 12/20/10 224

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So Pre-op I was a huge Diet Coke fan. I drank almost a 12 pack a day - to the exclusion of everything else!!! So you can imagine the lovely withdrawl I went through:blink:

So now I am 1 month post -op and have not had any caffeine in 5 weeks and doing fairly well. I really do not have any desire to go back to the Diet Coke, but I think I might like a regular cup of coffee or Dunkin Donuts Iced Coffee from time to time. So does anyone know the deal with caffeine? I was told that I would need to give caffeine up once I had the surgery. I just wondering why - the nutrionist never really gave me a straight answer. Why is the caffeine so bad for bansters???

[honk 780]

My doctor said I could have Regular coffee. My Nut says caffeine dehydrates you and to have Reg. coffee in the morning but to switch over to Decaf. I work from home and keep my thermostate at 60 (I know some frugal New Englanders are calling me a spend thrift) so I need hot beverages.< /p>

[Purpleshell 4]

I love my morning coffee!

I didn't think I was allowed to drink coffee from reading all the posts here pre op.

The day after my surgery I was still only allowed to sip Water and by lunchtime I cried. I just wanted something with taste, broth would have been fine. So the nurse called the Dr and he ordered me a coffee! I was so surprised but didn't argue. It was the Dr's orders after-all!

I enjoy my morning coffee everyday and don't feel guilty about it.

[Dave_NW 92]

I'd love to enjoy a cup of coffee these days. Nothing like a good cup of steaming hot, freshly brewed coffee to satisfy things. I live near Seattle, and around here, good coffee is the LAW!

But guess what? Even though my Nut says it's okay, I'm finding the taste absolutely awful! Doesn't matter what I do - I keep trying different brews and whatever, and I just can't get my head around the taste of it since I was banded two weeks ago. What's up with that?

Dave

[Momto3redheads 18]

Hmm...I had never heard no alcohol before. I know they don't want you to drink a lot - as it is empty calories, but I have never heard it is a big no no. I don't drink but maybe once or twice a year...as far as alcohol goes. I am too cheap!

As far as caffeine I know post op they discourage it as the carbonation can cause your band to slip - not to mention it will make you gassy. (literally bubbles in your throat - it is wierd!) But after about three months I tried some caffeine free diet pop (I am addicted to the flavor, not the caffeine) and I am OK with it....I can't drink pop with meals or anytime near when I am eating....but I enjoy having a pop in the morning and one at night....that's my splurge!

You will find, by reading posts etc, that everyone is different in their lapband journey! Some folks can drink pop again without problem and others say they can't at all....some can eat eggs, other can't ever again.....you will just have to find what works for you! Good luck!

Kim

[glentk 0]

I have been 2 years since surgery and was told to give up all forms of caffine drink after surgery. I was able to quit the soda pop no problem, but have continued to drink coffee. I understand that coffee dehydrates and isn't good for the stomach. However I try to drink coffee at reasonable amounts and have cut back.

[123crod 170]

I drink coffee all through out the day. I drink Decaf as I have bad anixiety so no caffine needed for me. My Doctor never said no coffee once I was through the first month. I have to have coffee in the morning to be able to take all my pills. I have not had a diet coke in 17 months. My doctor said no more.

Cheri

[kegsta 0]

I'd love to enjoy a cup of coffee these days. Nothing like a good cup of steaming hot, freshly brewed coffee to satisfy things. I live near Seattle, and around here, good coffee is the LAW!

But guess what? Even though my Nut says it's okay, I'm finding the taste absolutely awful! Doesn't matter what I do - I keep trying different brews and whatever, and I just can't get my head around the taste of it since I was banded two weeks ago. What's up with that?

Dave

[kegsta 0]

Hi Dave. Have been following your posts since before you were banded. You are always saying sensible stuff. This is my first post though. I'm in Australia. 5 days post op and tried my normal skinny Capp yesterday and it tasted awful - I thi k it was the milk - just too rich. I got through half the cup in about an hour but it was almost iced coffee by then! Was wondering whether it was just me but pleased to see I'm not alone. Oh well I guess another damn Protein Shake.< /p>

[LapNYC 3]

I have a large latte every morning. I pretend it's in the name of protein! I didn't for the first month or so though. To the alcohol question, I drink that too. All things in moderation, but some wine or a margarita every now and again never killed anyone!

[Dave_NW 92]

Hi Dave. Have been following your posts since before you were banded. You are always saying sensible stuff. This is my first post though. I'm in Australia. 5 days post op and tried my normal skinny Capp yesterday and it tasted awful - I thi k it was the milk - just too rich. I got through half the cup in about an hour but it was almost iced coffee by then! Was wondering whether it was just me but pleased to see I'm not alone. Oh well I guess another damn Protein shake.

Wow, thanks! I try to post things I think others would want to know about. I appreciate the good feelings. Love Australia. Spent a glorious week in Sydney a gazillion years ago, and would love to go back. Maybe one day!

I'm with you on those damn Protein shakes - I've had three today already, and it's not even supper time.

One thing about the coffee topic I learned - since being banded I'm apparently lactose intolerant. I do put a bit of milk in my coffee. So maybe that's the problem. Will keep trying, and we'll see how things develop. Stay tuned...

Dave