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I was told caffeine dehydrates you and we are already fighting to stay hydrated after surgery. However, I don't always follow the rules....I have one small cup every other day or I will make a 8 oz cup with 1/2 Decaf and then try to drink an extra glass of Water a day. I'm not to worried about dehydration because I don't have problem with getting liquids in. I'm more concerned about my acid reflex kicking back in.

HW 227, DOS 9/3/13, CW 191

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I am confused as well. Why no caffeine? I drink coffee every morning ? Should I not be?

My Doctor said caffeine can cause dehydration due to its laxative effect. Since I struggle (daily) to get my fluids in, I need to steer clear of caffeine. He didn't recommend that just for me though. He tells that to all of his patients.

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I either get a Decaf Skinny Cinnamon Dulce latter (hot or iced), or venti green tea (4 S&L). I will say, my husband got me what was suppose to be a skinny chai latte iced at the great wolf lodge last Saturday and I drank about a quarter cup if it before realizing it wasn't sugar free! I totally dumped. Felt like hell. Now I only shop my local Starbucks where they know me!

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I love the iced passion tea with no sweetener and add 2 splendas. So yummy and refreshing. It also hydrates you just like Water. If I want something hot, I get a flavored skinny Decaf latte :)

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I either get a Decaf Skinny Cinnamon Dulce latter (hot or iced)' date=' or venti green tea (4 S&L). I will say, my husband got me what was suppose to be a skinny chai latte iced at the great wolf lodge last Saturday and I drank about a quarter cup if it before realizing it wasn't sugar free! I totally dumped. Felt like hell. Now I only shop my local Starbucks where they know me![/quote']

That is the worst possible scenario! I've had that happen! As soon as I realize there's sugar or caffeine I take that drink right back into the nearest Starbucks. It's very frustrating to pay that money for a beverage and not have it right. Like you, my local Sbux Baristas know my situation and most of the time get the drink right for me. I prefer to go to the stores that I am familiar with too! Dumping is the worst thing ever!

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