Question:
Why are we NOT supposed to have caffiene now?

I know that it's not even good for us before surgery, but why is it so bad for us now?    — Shelley P. (posted on November 13, 2002)

November 12, 2002
it has a diuretic effect, and can lead to some level of dehydration. In addition, it is an appetite stimulant.
   — Vicki L.

November 13, 2002
As for me, I just prefer not to have caffeine now...I don't remember being told not to have it. I just figure I want to focus on making great choices (okay..some are only "good" choices) and I think caffeine is probably a "not-so-good" one............just my two cents.
   — Karen K.

November 13, 2002
Hi! My doctor told me that it can limit our iron absorbtion. Hope this helps!
   — Jamie H.

November 14, 2002
Caffeine is a dehydrator. For every beverage you drink with caffeine, you'll need to drink an equal amount of decaffeinated beverage. To me...that's way too much drinking!! I have a hard enough time sucking down the required water. ;-)
   — Leah H.