Caffeine ????

Why exactly is caffeine bad for us? I know it is a mild diuretic but is that the only reason? How much regular coffee do you drink per day?

My NUT says for every cup of caffeine - I need to drink an addition 1.5 cups of water. I have one 9.5 Acheive One protein drink a day which contains caffeine - and drink decaf coffee or tea. hugs, Britt

My doctor says that it blocks the asorbtion of calcium which could be a major issue. He also says that caffine is an appitite stimulant. He says to avoid it totally. He did OK me for 1 green tea a day.

With my type of surgery, it is not the caffeine that is the trouble with coffee, it is the tannic acid. We (those with the MGB) don't specifically have to avoid caffeine.

I have to have my coffee, I mix instant with my Achiev One, and a cup of milk, plus water, and Di Vinci S/F syrup. I take calcium citrate 2000, 2 of them, and I need the extra diuretic effect, it is not an appetite stimulant for me. I do 3 teaspoons of instant coffee. I advise you to talk to your Nut, or doctor, but I love my caffiene. Take care.... I am also a heavy water drinker, clocking in at 100-120 ozs a day.