Just curious if anyone drinks coffee and if so, how soon you were able to start after surgery? I usually enjoy decaf but its always been hard on my tummy so I haven't even tried. Its not on this list of things my dr told me not to do, so I though I would ask others. School starts next week and I wanted to know if I can partake (I will be 3 weeks post op and on soft food by then)

They recently changed the serving from 1 packet to 1/2 a packet. I usually go by the serving suggestion versus the package they come in so I am able to get more water in than I would normally. It does also change slightly based on the flavor. I do agree that 1 packet in one sitting or even in a day is a lot of sugar.

Aaaaaahh makes sense now

8 hours ago, Morgan Sorto said:

This is true, black coffee is a really good supplement to add and it can help the metabolism. However, most people drink Starbucks frappuccinos and drink more creamer than coffee. I wish I was able to drink my coffee with only Splenda and half &half.

You can get used to it. I was never a big fan of artificial sweeteners, but they don't affect my bs so I learned to like them in my coffee. I only use 1 teaspoon of splenda, and it tastes great to me now.

Hi Gang,

5 days post-op. Having a difficult time getting down more than 200 calories a day and maybe 10 grams of protein. I am drinking a little decaf. Can you guys recommend a protein powder to add to my coffee?

19 minutes ago, Pauliegroup said:

Hi Gang,

5 days post-op. Having a difficult time getting down more than 200 calories a day and maybe 10 grams of Protein. I am drinking a little decaf. Can you guys recommend a Protein Powder to add to my coffee?

Most protein powders aren't designed to withhold the 120+ degree heat of hot coffee. The protein powder's structure deaminates when exposed to heat, and therefore, the protein won't get properly used up by your body for repair/building catabolic functions.

Would you be willing to switch to iced coffee to boost your protein intake?

Yes.

Hi Gang,
5 days post-op. Having a difficult time getting down more than 200 calories a day and maybe 10 grams of protein. I am drinking a little decaf. Can you guys recommend a protein powder to add to my coffee?

I find all the powders clump but I can add premade vanilla shakes as "creamer"

What a great idea. I'll do that an advise.

I really like this Chike mocha coffee protein powder. It tastes great with unsweetened chocolate almond milk and some ice. I drink one every morning now. It has 20g of protein per serving.

56 minutes ago, Apple1 said:

I really like this Chike mocha coffee Protein Powder. It tastes great with unsweetened chocolate almond milk and some ice. I drink one every morning now. It has 20g of Protein per serving.

How is the aftertaste? Does it use whey protein isolate?

Hi Gang,
5 days post-op. Having a difficult time getting down more than 200 calories a day and maybe 10 grams of protein. I am drinking a little decaf. Can you guys recommend a protein powder to add to my coffee?

Hi Paulie I'm day 4 post op! Let's chat!

I used to drink a full pot a day, yes I had some withdrawal headaches post op for a few days. Im now 2 months out and haven't had any caffeine since surgery and I feel great. I don't even need it on the days thatI work 12 hr shifts. I have alot more energy and feel good.