coffee

[Rocsi 13]

Why isn't we can't drink caffine again???

[Jdub 109]

I was told it irritates the stomach lining. Some folks here do still drink it but I think this is after the healing phase is over. I'm happy with a Decaf now and again. Just one less addiction for me

[thisislou 13]

I was never told to stop and did not. I'm going on 4 years - no problems ...

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

I am 2 months post op sleeve, and I mix 1/2 Decaf and 1/2 regular. No problems!

[Teachamy 1,042]

I REALLY REALLY miss it. My NUT is one of the few who says no coffee until 3 months out. I saw her yesterday for my 1 month appointment and she said, "Imagine you have a cut on the outside of your body, and you rub acid into it. That's what's going on on the inside of your body. Once you are healed at 3 months, 1-2 cups a day is fine." I am managing to get by without it, but I can't wait for my first cup!!!

[M2G 1,836]

I think you will find a wide variety of opinions on this topic. I gave up coffee for about 6 weeks post-op and when I returned I really tried to cut down on the caffeine. While the link between caffeine and ulcers is not 100% proven, I do NOT want to get an ulcer on my tiny tummy. At home I brew half-caf to cut down the caffeine.

That being said I very much love my am cup of coffee!

I'm 3+ years post-op btw...

Edited January 16, 2014 by M2G

[E2013 31]

So glad I have never liked coffee! Best of luck to those of you having to wait.

[Mammecan 43]

I don't like coffee at all BUT I love my tea...I have about 4-5 cups a day since my first month post op and it has never bothered me. I drink it with sweent n low & skim milk..I get more Water & Protein in..

[Bella86 82]

OMG coffee formed part of my daily routine from early on post sleeve! I don't know how I would've gotten through without my daily skim capp giving me a small caffeine hit, Protein boost and easy-to-swallow liquid 120 calorie morning tea!

I spoke honestly with my nutritionist and she was happy with it and I had no adverse reaction!

I'd definitely recommend skim milk however, full cream or even lite milk is just too heavy and I still hate that gross full sluggish feeling!

[McButterpants 2,846]

I had to cut out caffeine prior to surgery - doctor's orders. It was tough to break that 3-5 cup a day habit. I had to ween myself off.

At my 6 week appointment, my local doc approved one cup of regular coffee per day, but had to pinkie shake that I wouldn't go back to my old habits. I now have a delicious cup of strong regular coffee in the morning - I make it like I like it...some coconut milk Creamer and a teaspoon of honey (all gets logged). If I want another cup during the day, it's Decaf and no honey.

[NMJG 1,266]

Why isn't we can't drink caffine again???

It stimulate stomach acid, dehydrates you, and stimulates appetite. All bad things early on after surgery.

Everyone does it differently on this board, but I followed my doctor's orders. No coffee or caffeine for first 3 months. After that, I may have Decaf on occasion, but also have caffeinated things like Chike Protein coffee or a skinny latte once every so often.

I used to drink 2 cups of coffee a day, plus ice tea at lunch. It was great to get rid of that addiction. Plus, whenever I do have caffeine now it really packs a punch, so one cup is fine, and I really enjoy it.

[calicakes 24]

I waited 4 weeks before I even wanted coffee. I only ever drank iced and after 4 weeks, I returned to my 1 cup of morning iced. Love it and I wont give it up. I gave up my beloved diet coke so not giving up the coffee. My NUT and surgeon are fine with it.

[btlombardo68 15]

I also have a beloved diet Pepsi habit....haven't had surgery yet and don't know how to break this large caffeine addiction. Titrate down or cold turkey? I drink 2 liters per day. I don't like coffee or tea. Well a Dunkin Donuts coffee coolatta with skim milk but besides that no.

Doctors office said after my last two appts next Friday the 24th they send all to BC/BS of Mass. For approval & it can take 30 days?? Anyone thoughts on 30 days for ins approvals? Thank you. Beth

[btlombardo68 15]

I mean b4 I get a surgery date. I was figuring the end of Feb or first week in March

[shadylady_57 54]

My surgeon told me wed. that it supposedly makes you hungry, but he could not live with out his coffee either. so I drink cup every morning.