Christinamo7 4,042 Posted September 5, 2016 I have coffee. I mix half and half with fairlife milk and I use stevia most of the time - my Daddy used to call it "baby coffee" but it is what I like. I have a 20 ounce "cup" of it every day once I got past my first month I think? anyway. as soon as the team said I could Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LisaMergs 2,854 Posted September 5, 2016 30 for the premier drink, 21 for the unflavored. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App @@LisaMergs Does she heat it up or drink it cold? I love it! Cold- on ice. Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linzlou2000 193 Posted September 5, 2016 I drink coffee daily! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AmiLou 41 Posted September 5, 2016 @@nicugal36, I wondered about caffeine's diuretic impact. Thanks for sharing. I do get dehydrated as I do not enjoy Water that much. I try to limit myself to no more than two cups of coffee per day. I love the Chike coffee Protein Shake as well. I was a huge caffeine addict...going from coffee straight to diet soft drinks all day long. I still crave the ice cold and carbonation but have not had a diet soft drink in almost 4 months. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
madadams 130 Posted September 5, 2016 coffee doesn't act as a diuretic if drank regularly. The kidneys become used to it. Sent from my SM-G935F using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SwampBillies 65 Posted September 5, 2016 (edited) My surgeon allowed coffee both pre and post surgery as long as it didn't bother my stomach.....and it never did.....I drink coffee all morning then go to hot Earl Gray Tea....and back to coffee after dinner.< /p> Edited September 5, 2016 by SwampBillies Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristenLe 5,979 Posted September 5, 2016 We are told caffeine can interfere with Calcium and some Vitamin absorption. It can also cause ulcers. Our plan recommends staying away from caffeine but Decaf coffee is fine. I am sure alot of people continue to have caffeine though. Just be careful with staying hydrated post-op (if you have caffeine - you should increase decaffeinated liquids to make up for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
michee33 37 Posted September 5, 2016 I am so ready for a coffee lol I do not even put sugar in it just skim milk I'm so ready!!!! Lol I'm going on 5 weeks out Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenrae1 23 Posted September 6, 2016 @@Michee It sounds like many people are trying it. Or maybe a modified version. Sent from my iPad using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OzRoo 1,492 Posted September 6, 2016 @@jenrae1 My surgeon did not want me to stop coffee, as he was concerned about caffeine withdrawals. So, I had coffee since 1st day post op, and never had any issues with it. I drink it daily, have regular brewed coffee with Stevia and milk in the mornings, and from lunch time or early afternoon I switch to Decaf. Otherwise, full strength regular coffee would keep me awake at night. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OutsideMatchInside 10,166 Posted September 6, 2016 coffee is not a diuretic. This has been disproved by numerous studies. I have never been dehydrated and I have been drinking coffee since 6 weeks. I drink coffee everyday, I'm sipping on some right now. I enjoy it the same as before, maybe more because it is my only "vice" if coffee can even be considered a vice. I was never consuming coffee with sugar before. Never used fake Creamers. My coffee is pretty clean. I don't add Protein to it because well, I'm never short on Protein and heat with most protein doesn't mix. When I drink iced coffee, I will add protein every once in a while. I do suggest if you are going to drink coffee, especially in the first 6 months, opt for something low acid, like a cold brew or a coffee that specifically says low acid. The acid in coffee is more of a concern than the caffeine or any imagined diuretic effects. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ehedary 15 Posted September 8, 2016 I enjoy my coffee everyday with no issues Sent from my SM-N930T using the BariatricPal App Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scottyd1264 73 Posted September 8, 2016 I Never stopped Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pescador 1,374 Posted September 8, 2016 Seeing the clumps of Protein Powder I cannot imagine shaking it and drinking it later. Maybe it works for some. My husband drank a pot of coffee each morning post sleeve, and I drank one cup. No problems whatsoever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dub 9,922 Posted September 8, 2016 I drink coffee daily! Me, too. One of life's great pleasures. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites