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Post by brybry76 on Jan 23, 2012 14:21:23 GMT -5
How does everyone feel about caffeine? What are the ups and down, in everyone's opinion, of having caffeinated beverages post-DS. I've been off it since surgery, but I really, really miss it!
Thanks ;D
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Post by clpeltz on Jan 23, 2012 14:30:47 GMT -5
I drink it on a daily basis in my coffee and diet mtn dew. Early out the carbonation can cause upset tummy, but I am 9 months out and don't have a problem. I am a caffeine addict! Might not be good for me, but my body needs it.
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Post by KathyF on Jan 23, 2012 15:53:24 GMT -5
I drink coffee all the time. No problem.
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Post by Carolyn H. on Jan 23, 2012 16:43:22 GMT -5
VSG'er, but this caught my eye. Most of the anti-caffeine stuff is an urban myth. Actual studies done on it show that it's no more dehydrating than water and that it may actually be protective against breast cancer in Post-menopausal women per the Harvard Nurse's study. They found a weak inverse link between caffeine intake and breast cancer risk (i.e, higher intake lower breast cancer rates).
I avoided coffee for 6 weeks pre-op and 6 weeks post-op per my surgeon's instructions, but I probably drink close to a pot of coffee a day. I have a sleeve and can't speak to what it does to switched innards, but It doesn't bother my (small) sleeve in the least.
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Post by Girlrocker on Jan 23, 2012 17:28:09 GMT -5
I love coffee, and it's amazing to me that since my surgery on Dec. 15, I've probably consumed about 1.5 cups total. Early post-op it's probably better to avoid it or drink decaf, because caffeine can be tough on your stomach and can dehydrate, though that's more prone to larger quantities, not just a cup. But I'm sure after 3-4 months out, I'll resume. If it's a must-have for you, and you're not having trouble getting in your fluids and protein, than can't see that a cup a day would hurt :-)
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Post by vangy04 on Jan 23, 2012 17:34:06 GMT -5
I drink Diet Dr. Pepper all the time, coffee on occasion just because I don't care for it. Coffee makes my tummy rumble, but it did that before surgery. Diet sodas and other forms of caffeine have no effect on me.
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Post by happycatbert on Jan 23, 2012 17:37:07 GMT -5
Honestly, without caffeine I'd be dead.
I am a coffee in the AM person, then diet coke etc during the day. No problems.
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Post by shann_ds on Jan 23, 2012 18:17:04 GMT -5
They'll have to pry my diet coke out of my cold dead hand.... But I am down to 1 per day now instead of 2 or 3.
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Post by bearmom on Jan 23, 2012 18:25:58 GMT -5
Different surgeons may have differing advice on it, but I was given tea and coffee with milk while still in the hospital.
I chose to avoid it during my healing phase, but did resume coffee and caffeinated drinks at 6 months or so. I drink a lot now.
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Post by hoosiermama on Jan 23, 2012 18:35:48 GMT -5
I started back with coffee making protein coffees. Then, in my less than brilliance, I thought, If I can have protein coffee, I can have a real cup of coffee in the mornings.
I started a little more than one month out. I only drink one cup a day. Rarely two. It doesn't bother me. I wouldn't over do it so early but I can't see that it hurts me.
me
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Post by Deleted on Jan 23, 2012 19:08:25 GMT -5
How does everyone feel about caffeine? What are the ups and down, in everyone's opinion, of having caffeinated beverages post-DS. I've been off it since surgery, but I really, really miss it! Thanks ;D I drink it daily in my hot tea and diet coke, but I'm over five years out and my blood pressure is very low. I'd wait if I were you. |
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Post by NHpod9 on Jan 23, 2012 19:42:47 GMT -5
My nut stated that caffeine was not allowed, ever again. When I questioned her a bit on that, she stated I could only drink it after I was able to get in 64oz of water a day. I am currently having a small addiction issue with Click, and even though I try daily, I can only get in 64oz of liquid 2 or 3 times a week. I should probably cut out the Click, but its sooo tasty.
Edited to add: Oops! Just noticed this was a DS question and I'm RNY. Sorry!
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Post by inge on Jan 23, 2012 20:49:01 GMT -5
I love coffee, so I had it as soon as I got out of the hospital. I had surgery in Brazil, so the coffee was really good. Had it at least 2x a day while there. Naturally in the morning, room service and in the lobby every afternoon watching the people, it was fun.
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Post by mesa0102 on Jan 23, 2012 20:58:55 GMT -5
I'm with many of the others here- I'd be worthless without it.
That said, I took it easy the first few months. I couldn't drink coffee at all for the first few months because of how bad my acid reflux was. When my iron was super freaky low, I had to take half pills of no-doz just to get through a work day (I have a very active, physical job), regardless of how much sleep I got. I've backed off a bit since then, but I get withdrawal headaches if I haven't had at least a little bit of caffeine by noon or so.
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Post by allraindrops on Jan 24, 2012 11:17:28 GMT -5
What's Click? I'm holding out on caffeine a little longer but can't wait until I can drink a diet dr. pepper!
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Post by sheanie on Jan 24, 2012 12:42:38 GMT -5
Someone said their NUT said no caffeine EVER AGAIN. Well, one of my NUTS told me NO FAT, and to never eat bacon. Same NUT later told me I needed MORE calories, that I wasn't eating enough, so I should go higher fat. My point is: NUTs can be stupid, just like regular people.
So......I drink two big cups of coffee when I get up at 3am for work, mixed with chocolate protein powder. And I eat BACON every day now, and full fat EVERYTHING.
Lesson to be learned is that everyone is responsible for themselves. Educate yourself and listen to your body. Do what is right for you.
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Post by pandykorn on Jan 24, 2012 12:53:09 GMT -5
I drink Diet Dr. Pepper all the time, coffee on occasion just because I don't care for it. Coffee makes my tummy rumble, but it did that before surgery. Diet sodas and other forms of caffeine have no effect on me. I second this, except i drink diet cherry Dr. Pepper. same thing with coffee , it has always had a laxative effect on me, and it still does. |
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Post by muffinsmom on Jan 24, 2012 14:08:20 GMT -5
As I recall, my surgeon recommended avoiding coffee for a couple months post-op, as the acid can be an irritant to the staple line. I returned to coffee after about a two month period and have been drinking a couple cups daily ever since.
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Post by Sandra C. on Jan 24, 2012 14:51:55 GMT -5
My post OP instructions were to have no caffeine till month 6, because of it causing cravings for sugar, I was told. At 6 months up to 20 oz are allowed. I did have caffeine to help me drive to Florida and back over the holidays . I tripled my SF mint hard candies during this time, could be caffeine related. I need the caffeine to get through my days. One more month to go to be 6 months out from surgery. In the mean time dark chocolate protein bars, protein hot chocolate, and dark chocolate roasted almonds help give me a boost in the morning, and afternoon.
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Post by brybry76 on Jan 24, 2012 16:11:51 GMT -5
These are all great responses!  I especially like the "you will have to pry the Diet Coke out of my cold, dead hands!" I am going to back to work tomorrow (I'm a teacher) and I'm wondering if my energy level will be high enough. I will try and hold out as long as possible! |
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Post by bldeck on Jan 24, 2012 17:34:11 GMT -5
Yes to caffeine. I like ice tea so its in that and here lately I have been craving cold canned coke. That really throws me off since I am a Dr Pepper drinker from birth.
Betty
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Post by valgroce on Jan 24, 2012 17:48:03 GMT -5
During the healing process - it's known to slow down your healing. Once that's done, I say caffeine is one of those things that nobody will say is healthy for you, but IMHO, it's an acceptable vice for me.
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Post by sherbearmama on Jan 24, 2012 18:52:07 GMT -5
My doc cleared me to have coffee after I saw him at the 3 week check up. Still, I've never liked the feeling that caffein gives my body so I still avoid it and drink decaf. But on occasion I have had a diet soda with caffein and at 7 weeks out I've had no problems.
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Post by scoob on Jan 24, 2012 19:25:09 GMT -5
No one would tolerate me without my morning coffee. I usually drink close to a pot a day. I am 16 months post op.
Ruby
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Post by stacee on Jan 24, 2012 19:38:28 GMT -5
I started drinking my coffee again at three months out. I drink it daily! Without my coffee I would kill someone..LOL
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Post by smscott7 on Jan 24, 2012 19:54:16 GMT -5
I drink coffee all day. Hot in the morning, iced during the day. Always with lots of cream.
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Post by stacee on Jan 24, 2012 20:05:08 GMT -5
My doc cleared me to have coffee after I saw him at the 3 week check up. Still, I've never liked the feeling that caffein gives my body so I still avoid it and drink decaf. But on occasion I have had a diet soda with caffein and at 7 weeks out I've had no problems. Sorry HiJack! SHerbearmama you look awesome! |
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Post by feeder3565 on Jan 24, 2012 20:41:54 GMT -5
I was a caf. free diet coke before DS and after never went back to it. Never drank coffee. Drink decafe tea with stevia. All day every day. Put dark coco powder in my egg protein drinks.
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Post by sherbearmama on Jan 25, 2012 1:02:22 GMT -5
My doc cleared me to have coffee after I saw him at the 3 week check up. Still, I've never liked the feeling that caffein gives my body so I still avoid it and drink decaf. But on occasion I have had a diet soda with caffein and at 7 weeks out I've had no problems. Sorry HiJack! SHerbearmama you look awesome! Thanks Stacee!!!!! |
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Post by terilynne on Jan 25, 2012 10:17:45 GMT -5
I drink a bigass 24 oz coffee every morning, with ALOT of heavy whipping cream ans splenda. I drank it as a protein coffee very early out for a couple years until I lost my taste for it. Initially, I seriously CRAVED the taste of it, but right now, I can't stand protein coffee. It comes and goes for me
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I especially like the "you will have to pry the Diet Coke out of my cold, dead hands!"
