Miss my coffee

Do any of you drink regular coffee?  I really miss my coffe and decaf doen't do it for me.  I've tried doctoring it up many ways and no go.  I hate it.  I see my surgeon on Thursday and maybe I can make a deal.  I will drink any extra 12 oz. of water for every cup I drink.  Of all the things to miss this is the biggie.  I guess if it's gone it's gone and I will continue drinking my lemonade which I really enjoy but there's nothing like a good cup of java!!!! Bonnie

Is it caffeine you are trying to give up?  Coffee, if you don't add cream or sugar is a great non-calorie drink.  I would never even think of giving it up.  In fact it was the first thing I had after surgery.  I know there is debate, coffee good, coffee bad...but the calories are what you have to watch out for, not caffeine....imho. P

Who's your doctor? If they said to avoid coffee, then I'd do it. I don't think it's really a big deal on most plans though, although the caffeine is a diuretic and you really need your liquids first thing out of the gate.

HIJACK!!!! Farrah......LOVE the new picture!!!!! You're so adorable!!!! Hugs Peggy 

I am 7 months post op and drink a cup of coffee (sometimes 2) a day. I use Splenda and Sugar Free creamer.  I was told I could still drink it in moderation but my daily water intake was first priority.  I gave up my beloved Diet Wild Cherry Pepsi pre-op and I can't imagine having to give my coffee up so am glad I didn't have to. :)  Of course check with your doctor and see what he/she says. Michelle

HIJACK!!! Michelle - good to see you!  Where you've been keeping yourself!  It looks like you're still losing like a rock-star!  Glad to see your beautiful face!

Aww thanks Tracy!  It's great to see you too and CONGRATS on 108 pounds lost!!!  You look fantastic!  Keep up the great work!  (((Hugs))) Michelle :)

HIJACK........ Hello Michelle...what a nice surprise seeing you here today. you are missed. Great job on your weight loss! Hugs, connie d

Hey Connie!!!!   I miss you and everyone too.  You are looking gorgeous and the weight is just melting off you!!!  WTG!   I sure hope to be around more often but gosh I've said that a couple times now and then I flake out.  I love seeing the updates on how everyone is doing though and there are so many new faces!  Good luck to all! ((((Hugs)))) Michelle

Bonnie, Good advise here.  For me, coffee is my staple. the first couple of weeks I avoided and drank decaf....But slowly started adding the real stuff In fact I am drinking a cup right now!!!! And I use skim milk in mine and have no problems at all....But wait and see what the Dr says....... CarolN