Do I have to give up Coffee? If so, how? Suggestions please!

[Elizabeth21 176]

Hi All! I'm 2.5 months post-surgery. I LOVE my coffee, but I have definitely noticed that when I drink it -- even Decaf -- I will get hungry. I know the acidity of it is not helpful. Maybe an antacid would work? Do I have to give it up? Do you have something that you've substituted that you like? Any suggestions with this?

Thanks!

Edited February 28, 2015 by Elizabeth21

[Elizabeth21 176]

@@ProjectMe posted:

"6 months before surgery, I just stopped drinking It cold turkey and took pain meds for the headache for a few days. Then I got over it. But I'm the type to just rip the bandaid off & get it over with...instead of the slow torture of peeling the bandaid away slowly. "

So, @@ProjectMe what have you substituted for your coffee?

Edited February 28, 2015 by Elizabeth21

[nbw1220 58]

Drink more water! I think it helps ... I am 4 months out and I have a cup of coffee every morning. Then I follow it up with my morning/noon Protein Shake.< /p>

[ProjectMe 909]

@@ProjectMe posted:"6 months before surgery, I just stopped drinking It cold turkey and took pain meds for the headache for a few days. Then I got over it. But I'm the type to just rip the bandaid off & get it over with...instead of the slow torture of peeling the bandaid away slowly. "So, @@ProjectMe what have you substituted for your coffee?

Decaf tea only. I love cinnamon spice and chai. I pour a little chocolate Mootopia or the white Mootopia for extra Protein, then a couple of Splendas. Absolutely love it! Btw, Mootoia is a type of protein infused lactose free milk they sell here in Texas. Not sure if it's sold elsewhere...but I use it to make my Protein Shakes too. It gives an extra 12g of protein per 8 ounces.

[Elode 8,093]

I had to give it up. For me it was a good thing because I got to where I was literally drinking nothing but coffee all day. I'm not sure if it's suppose to be for life or just during the healing stage. You will have to ask your surgeon. I did share a small cup with my husband the other day (black) I'm still alive so I guess it was ok! I've never drank black coffee before but it was fine. I defiantly didn't want to add sugar and a ton of Creamer like I use to.

[mommyoftwogirls 75]

For me, my surgeon told me at my 2 week post op that it was alright to drink no more than 2 cups a day. I put Protein powder in mine with stevia and fat free, sugar free flavored creamer. I feel for me that with the added Protein Powder in my coffee it makes me full and it suppresses my appetite.

Hi All! I'm 2.5 months post-surgery. I LOVE my coffee, but I have definitely noticed that when I drink it -- even Decaf -- I will get hungry. I know the acidity of it is not helpful. Maybe an antacid would work? Do I have to give it up? Do you have something that you've substituted that you like? Any suggestions with this?

Thanks!

[Mel24 51]

I have my morning latte everyday, it's sugar free and non fat milk, but it's my go to... I am really hoping I can at least have a tiny one post op.

[Hoven 33]

Good topic. I love coffee. I'm still pre-op, but am now experimenting with Decaf, Protein powders and dairy. Hoping to find a good balance. Never been a tea drinker, but might have to reconsider that path.

[joleno 24]

I'm one month post and have a small coffee every morning. Sometimes I don't even drink it all, but it is very therapeutic for me to fix it and start my day off with one:)

[JamieLogical 8,708]

I drink 3 cups of coffee a day, but I am on omeprarzole, so maybe that prevents me from getting the false-hunger feeling that some people get from acid?

[hco7416 25]

I'm 6 weeks post op and just tried Chike coffee Protein Powder last week. Blend it with ice and ff milk. Just like a frappé oh my goodness! 20 grams of Protein. It does have caffeine though. My sleeve Is totally ok with it! I have 1 every other day for my morning protein. I love it!

Edited February 28, 2015 by hco7416

[Elizabeth21 176]

Thank you all for your feedback and suggestions!

I hadn't thought about putting some Protein powder in it. That might be good since I gave up my creamer! I also started taking Omeprazole because I was noticing some more acid reactions even without coffee. I think that is helping. I gave it up completely for a couple of months, but, having given up so much else andwith these cold dreary mornings, it's a nice luxury to still be able to enjoy a cup.

Edited March 1, 2015 by Elizabeth21

[Bruce Peter 39]

I will resume drinking coffee once I'm a month out, but I just won't sacrifice half and half for milk. just can't do it.......

[Debbie Jean 406]

Depends on your surgeon. Some say no more coffee... ever. My doctor allows it from the time of discharge after surgery.

I have 2 cups of black coffee in the morning. Never had any problems. But absolutely nothing bothers my sleeve anyway lol

[JamieLogical 8,708]

I was allowed coffee at 30 days post-op, but advised to add cream or milk. My nutritionist didn't want me drinking it black, since it's harder on the stomach. I put two ounce of soy milk in mine. Two extra grams of Protein that way! I tried using protein powder instead of creamer and it was.... not good.