teanny31 11 Posted November 5, 2020 Can I do coffee on clear liquid or anybody can recommend a sugar free coffe that I can drink been on clear liquid Sent from my SM-N970U using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alex Brecher 10,515 Posted November 5, 2020 According to ASMBS guidelines, “Q: Do I need to avoid caffeine after bariatric surgery? A: Caffeine fluids have been shown to be as good as any others for keeping you hydrated. Still, it is a good idea to avoid caffeine for at least the first thirty days after surgery while your stomach is extra sensitive. After that point, you can ask your surgeon or dietitian about resuming caffeine. Remember that caffeine often comes paired with sugary, high-calorie drinks, so be sure you’re making wise beverage choices.” The BariatricPal Store carries a large selection of bariatric friendly coffee options at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/coffee . 1 teanny31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
catwoman7 11,221 Posted November 5, 2020 in addition to holding off on it immediately after surgery (I actually had to wait six months - but some surgeons are OK with you having it sooner), no, I could not have it during my pre-op diet. I was supposed to be off of all caffeine a couple of weeks before surgery. Although maybe your surgeon is of a different opinion. I'd ask... 1 teanny31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
STLoser 1,099 Posted November 5, 2020 I was allowed only caffeine free coffee for the preop diet and the first 3 months after surgery. I just have it up because I don't think caffeine free tastes right. I just passed 3 months and I'm so happy to have my coffee back! [emoji23]Sent from my Nokia 7.2 using BariatricPal mobile app 1 teanny31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Danny Paul 761 Posted November 5, 2020 I wasn't "prescribed" coffee by my surgeon until six months after my surgery. I missed it but stuck with his guidance. 1 teanny31 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
S@ssen@ch 745 Posted November 5, 2020 Medically, coffee with no creamers/milk/etc is on a clear liquid diet. However, as others have said, during the bariatric process the caffeine is the issue. As all doctors seem to have their own dietary recommendations, please consult your surgeon's office for their dietary guidelines. 2 teanny31 and Arabesque reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teanny31 11 Posted November 6, 2020 According to ASMBS guidelines, “Q: Do I need to avoid caffeine after bariatric surgery? A: Caffeine fluids have been shown to be as good as any others for keeping you hydrated. Still, it is a good idea to avoid caffeine for at least the first thirty days after surgery while your stomach is extra sensitive. After that point, you can ask your surgeon or dietitian about resuming caffeine. Remember that caffeine often comes paired with sugary, high-calorie drinks, so be sure you’re making wise beverage choices.” The BariatricPal Store carries a large selection of bariatric friendly coffee options at https://store.bariatricpal.com/collections/coffee . ThanksSent from my SM-N970U using BariatricPal mobile app Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arabesque 7,442 Posted November 6, 2020 Every surgeon has different requirements so check with them first. I was told no caffeine by my surgeon but I could have herbal or green teas. Can’t recall a time limit on this. I haven’t drunk coffee or soft drinks (soda) for 16+ years instead drinking green tea so an easy request. One cup a day supplies minimal caffeine. Caffeine is probably pretty harsh on your healing tummy. Plus it’s always good to break addictions. 😁 My father had kidney problems. He was always being told to increase his Fluid intake & that two cups of tea or coffee a day was ok & could be included in his daily fluid requirement. It was two cups too - 500mls total maximum - not two ginormous mega mugs. Just something to consider. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites