caffeine

How long after surgery can we start drinking a little caffeine?  Or is it a no-no forever?  I'm struggling :)

I was a huge caffeine junky at one time. I switched to decaf coffee before surgery and now I don't have any caffeine at all. Last weekend we went camping and I only had caffeinated coffee in the motorhome so, I went with that. Within an hour I felt like I was running a marathon! My heart was racing, I was dizzy and short of breath. That feeling lasted for 3 hours. I was shocked at the reaction my body had.

That being said, my surgeon has no rule about caffeine at all.

My surgeon says no caffeine for the first 6 months, but for no reason other than it's a diuretic. Since we have such a hard time getting in enough fluids in the beginning, they discourage anything that will hinder us from getting at least 64 ounces.

I had to drink decaf for 3 months then my surgeon allowed caffiene as long as it didn't hurt my pouch.  I am the Queen of coffee drinking, way more than necessary I know but it's my biggest vice since WLS.

For the first few month I drank decaf then switched to regular coffee. I put unflavored protein in mine along with sugar free french vanilla creamer. That way I'm getting a protein drink in too.

I didn't drink caffeine for the first 6 months or so, but I did do decaff.  Now, I mix half and half and have protein coffee every morning - I am a bear if I can't have it!!!  I use Nectar Cappucinno, sugar free hazelnut creamer and coffee.  Love it, love it, love it!!!

When I went to my support group last month I asked the same question. I love ice tea and don't always want decaf. My NUT said is it not only a diuretic, but caffeine can also cause ulcers. So I limit myself to once a week.

I have avoided caffeine since surgery in Dec.  I have had it a few times since and when I do I can't sleep.  Seriously.  I used to drink a pot and take a nap...........my tastes changed too, I prefer decaf tea now over coffee.