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coffee?
I think that as long as you're getting in plenty of other fluids, you can have as much as you can tolerate (caffeine-wise!). In fact, I read that "they" now believe that the dehydrating effects of caffeine are overstated, especially for people who habitually drink it. I'm not a coffee drinker, but I have two very large cups of very strong black tea every morning and have since about 3 months out. I've had no ill effects at all...
Lizanne
Lizanne
Thank you Lizanne, that makes sense. I drink one latte in the morning and caffeinated tea through out the day. I don't seem to have any problems with it. I just thought there might me something I am missing. Your new avatar is beautiful and very classy. I always like the staircase photos. Have a great weekend.
I think you would be fine w/ 2 or 3, unless it upsets your tummy. I've been drinking 2 or 3 big cups/day lately(probably 25-30 total ozs) + at least 1 gallon of water, so I know I'm getting in plenty of fluids. Coffee supresses my appetite. I also put a little cold coffee in my chcolate protein shake.
I love my coffee ground w/ chicory. I brew mine to be about as thick as motor oil.
I love my coffee ground w/ chicory. I brew mine to be about as thick as motor oil.
Current weight: 170 lbs.
Once I reach goal, this cow will be killed & eaten... 2 ounces at a time.
Total includes 56 lbs. lost on 2-month low carb pre-op diet. Start date 9/13/10.
I too LOVE my coffee and probably have 2-3 cups a day.. I also drink quite a bit of water close to a 100oz. I does not bother me one bit and I have zero issues with acid. I also, do not take any type of acid reducer.
~Kelby~ HW: 356 SW: 330 CW:231 GW: 175 I'm 5'6"
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I have posted and read about coffee drinking for years and I think the answer is, it varies. I have an increase in acid (darn!) but drink 3 to 6 cups a day anyway. I try to cut down and don't do well!
but lots of people drink some or even a lot and have no problems. so see how you feel!
but lots of people drink some or even a lot and have no problems. so see how you feel!
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I started with half cofffee and half skim milk at 3 weeks post op. now I do 3 cups a day with half and half. Did that throughout weight loss phase. I gave up all my other vices but had to keep that one.. Since I use the half and half the acid doesn't generally bother me but once in a while it does and i chew a tums. Dr. Cleared me for coffee at 4 weeks, bless him. Diane
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