Question:
why is caffeine a no no after surgery?
— koolkooky59 (posted on November 4, 2007)
November 4, 2007
I was told that it is OK, after about 4 or 5 weeks when your stomach heal,
but it is hard on the lining in the stomach. Even after it heals you should
only have about 2 cups of caffenated drink a day.
— dapoohster38
November 4, 2007
We had this question about a month back. The caffeine can prevent your
body from absorbing iron and cause iron-poor blood. Also, caffeine is an
appetite stimulant and can make you want to eat more or snack. Good luck
and God bless!
— crystalsno
November 4, 2007
Hi, I have a cup of coffee aday maybe two, but I also make sure I get
plenty of water, for every cup of coffee it takes 2 cup water to remove and
refill your body for water. I do drink a soda after in been in ice but no
more then 2-4 oz. maybe 1-2 week, if I am having graving for it. I do use
def. coffee it ok. I was told
— carman
November 4, 2007
IM ALMOST 5 YRS OUT AND I DRINKL COFFEE DAILY AS MUCH AS I WANT
— deb44m
November 4, 2007
Its best to wean off caffeine BEFORE surgery, because it WILL dehdrate you,
and thats the last thing you need when your only able to sip liquids, and
withdraw headaches are horrible.... at least get off it pre op, and wait
till your well healed after surgery before getting hooked on caffeine again
— bob-haller
November 4, 2007
This question is asked fairly regularly (the last time was on 10/27).
Usually the coffee-lynchers offer doom and gloom and scenarios of the
dangers of the demon caffeine, and those of us java addicts assure you
(often in caffeine-jazzed responses that contain no punctation because we
are racing from the pots we drink every day) that caffeine isn't a problem
(I could quit any time). Here are the medical facts: (1) Caffeine can be a
diuretic-- however, drinking water is also a diuretic (think about what you
want to do after drinking a lot of water). Caffeinated coffee will not
necessarily de-hydrate you because what you are drinking is mostly water
anyway (there was recent Univ. of CT study on exactly this issue). (2)
Caffeine is not an appetite stimulant (in fact, it tends to reduce hunger
and it does provide a carb-and calorie-free tasty items to occupy you).
However, for years so many of us associate coffee with donuts or cake or
dessert, that drinking coffee can stimulate an emotional tie to eating
certain foods. As a result, whether it's an emotional or pharmacological
effect, if coffee makes you want to eat more, don't drink coffee. And, a
study some years ago found that if people could reduce the amount of
artificial sweeteners they used, they would have better long-term success
on weight loss (because there was less stimulation of their desire for
sweet tasting items. (3) Excessive caffeine consumption can impede your
body's ability to absorb some nutritiens and minerals. So, either drink
less coffee or TAKE MORE SUPPLEMENTS to make up for what might not get
absorbed. C'mon, that's an easy choice. This might not work for everyone--
but, when hunger first hit me at about the 6 month mark I started ramping
up my coffee consumption. I appreciated the ritual of making it, the time
it took to prepare it and drink it. And, I knew that I wouldn't be eating
if I was grinding the beans, brewing the coffee, preparing my cup and then
enjoying it. Plus, I felt that it was a safe item to enjoy so I turned to
it to keep away from my old problem foods. Now, maybe I would have been
better served dealing with the demons rather than caffeinating them--- but,
for me it worked. It might not work for everyone, but you're probably the
people who would drink instant coffee. Little coffee humor there.
— SteveColarossi
November 5, 2007
LOL, Steve, you are my new guru!! I drink about a glass or two of iced tea
every day, always have and always will. I have lost 84 lbs. since June 7.
I'm certainly not saying that will work for everyone, but I am NOT going to
judge people who try things! Peace to all! Martina
— Martina B.
November 5, 2007
2 reasons. First it stimulates the appetite and second caffeine dehydrates
you. I have heard that you can have some, but for every 8oz of caffeinated
beverage you need to drink at least 8 extra oz of water (this is only what
I have heard, and its what i do).. It is completely a personal choice. In
fact I am sitting here drinking a cup of coffee right now, and it isn't
decaff either.. But I will drink more than 8 extra oz of water during this
day.. :) happy drinking.
God bless you
Paula
— japaad
November 5, 2007
According to no less a distinguished source than the Mayo Clinic, CAFFEINE
IS NOT AN APPETITE STIMULANT. In fact, it has a mild effect (as do many
stimulants) of suppressing appetite. See
www.mayoclinic.com/health/caffeine/HQ00369 .
— SteveColarossi
November 5, 2007
Another reason that I have found during research, both from doctors &
information sites, is that caffine is a substance that causes you to
dehydrate faster. After surgery, we usually have a difficult time getting
enough fluids throughout the day. By adding caffine into the mixture, it
is said that you would need to consume twice as much liquid to get the same
benefit.
— naebrs
November 5, 2007
Hi, I am getting my lap band on Nov. 30th. I went for my concultation visit
today. I was told it was ok to consume caffine. They did tell me to drink
plenty of water also. Brenda
— southerngal_07
November 11, 2007
You've gotten some great answers so far. I think that people are advised
to avoid caffeine because the food/beverages that contain are often no-nos.
Coffee, tea, and soda all have caffeine. If you drink your coffee or tea
black, it shouldn't be a problem. If you drink it with sugar and
milk/cream, you are adding empty calories to your diet. Soda is loaded
with sugar.
I have not seen or read anything that offers objective data--studies, for
example--that show caffeine to be a substance that increases food cravings
and as other posters have shared, it seems that the opposite may be true.
I think that the diuretic power of caffeine is grossly over-estimated. As
long as you are drinking sufficient water, you should be fine. If you are
concerned about dehydration, don't count caffeinated beverages towards your
daily water/fluid intake.
Additionally, all of the talk about caffeine being addictive contributes to
its bad rap. It can cause headaches and other symptoms if someone who
consumes a lot of caffeine suddenly stops consuming it. While this can be
uncomfortable/unpleasant, most people--in my opinion--do not have an actual
caffeine addiction. I have never heard of anyone dropping out of school or
quitting their job to pursue caffeine nor have I read about any violence or
robberies committed by desperate caffeine users looking for a fix.
Just remember, moderation is key!
— mrsidknee
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