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I was told not to have caffeine after surgery but have had a zipfizz a few times in the afternoon when I find it hard to stay awake at work. There is 100 mg of caffeine in them and they don't seem to bother my stomach. Anyone else drink these? I'm 3 months post op. Thanks

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Still no caffeine here. I quit about 6 months before surgery and I am almost 12 months post op.

it was hard at first but I got used to it.

Good luck!

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I know you had the sleeve but here is why we should not use Caffine.

http://hallmarkhealth.org/bariatric-and-weight-management-program/blog/caffeine-bariatric-surgery/

After gastric bypass, you don’t absorb all of your nutrients. Caffeine may further decrease Calcium absorption, which in turn may lead to osteoporosis and increased risk for fractures. Therefore Calcium should not be taken with caffeine. Caffeine may also decrease Iron absorption. Plan your caffeine and food intake carefully. (And remember; don’t take calcium supplement with dairy. You can only absorb a certain amount of calcium at once.)

Caffeine may cause:
• nausea/vomiting
• GI distress
• Dyspepsia
• increase in gastric acid secretion, leading to gastroesophageal reflux and diarrhea

Caffeine is not recommended with peptic ulcer, GERD, or irritable bowel. It may cause ulcers in some people. Caffeine belongs to a family of drugs that are heart and muscle stimulants, cerebral vasoconstrictors and diuretics. Caffeine may cause anorexia in high doses and may increase hunger in some people.

Dehydration is commonly seen after gastric bypass surgeries. Obese patients require greater amounts of Fluid to maintain normal Fluid balance. Caffeine causes increased urine output, which can increase the risk for dehydration, particularly during rapid weight loss. Caffeine should only be added when adequate hydration is achieved and there are no symptoms of nausea. Fluid needs vary depending on your weight and exercise expenditure. Fluid goal is approximately 64 oz. per day.

So, if you have surgery to improve your health, why would you risk getting ulcers, osteoporosis or other complications?

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If your labs are coming back good ask you MD about caffeine. Not saying to drink a pot a day, but 1 cup a day (if you are still getting all your water) might not be so bad. My group allows for coffee/tea but not to over do it and as long as we are getting enough Water otherwise.

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I have had no problem, but I waited 6 weeks to do coffee again, had no problem with five hour energy drinks

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