Quick Question

[dwilliams 25]

MY doctor/nutritionist said no caffeine, why? I have been drinking Decaf coffee since surgery.

surgery- 8/27/12 ........ down 34 and counting

[sp1587 27]

It's because caffeine dehydrates you (as does alcohol of course) and with a limited intake of fluids and foods, you need to use everything you're taking in hydration wise.

[sunnyb4u 0]

My surgeon said no caffeine because it makes you crave carbs.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

all doctors are different. some say you can have some (only in moderation)

some say sure its not a problem (some like mine prefer me not to have any).

so on my pre op, i was de-caffiened) and since surgery, i now drink half Decaf coffee and (occasional half sweet/half unsweet tea). it doesnt bother or affect me too much. but i find i dont miss it. i guess if you want to know why your doctor said no caf, just ask him or the nurse and have them tell you the reasons why.

have a great day.

[Toddy 758]

Mine said no carbonation, but didn't even mention caffeine. Regardless, since surgery Water has become my beverage of choice!!

[TKW 501]

I was told because it was a diuretic it will aide in dehydration. For every cup of coffee you drink you need to drink an extra glass of Water.

Every doctor has a different thought on this subject. I drink regular coffee.... every day. I was told no pre-op but they (dr/nut) seem to be ok with it now?

[Sojourner 2,446]

My surgeon advised no caffeine, as historically it is known as a stomach irritant. Nothing was mentioned to me about it also being a diuretic.

That said...I do continue to drink 1 glass of caffeinated iced coffee every day. I also have 80+ oz of Water every day, so I have not experienced any negative side effects.