Coffee is without a doubt one of the most consumed beverages around the world.
Just think about how many people probably start their day with a big cup of coffee every morning.
However, people who have undergone bariatric surgery will need to be careful with drinking coffee, both in the way they drink it and when they start drinking coffee again after their surgery.
Drinking coffee immediately after surgery is not recommended since the caffeine (which is a stimulant) can cause lower nutrient absorption, which is a major component of any bariatric surgery.
Eating or drinking anything that can cause your new and adjusting body to absorb fewer nutrients is not good. Following your surgery you will already be absorbing nutrients at a less efficient rate which is why you must take vitamins and minerals post-op for the rest of your life.
However, someone who has undergone bariatric surgery is not a “normal” healthy adult, thus they will have to be more cautious with this number.
It can also cause mild dehydration, especially if consumed in large amounts throughout the day which can lead to a number of other issues if you’re not careful.
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We are told by psychologist that most cravings only last 20 minutes. So when that apple pie that I made for my children ( Sure, it was for the kids! ) is calling me, I find something to do that will take my mind off the pie and onto something else. I do a cleaning project, go outside, do an errand, anything to remove myself from the area of the food and concentrate on something else. I find that I forget about that pie! This has worked countless times over the years. If it works for those addicted to drugs, it can work for me. Try it, what do you have to lose?
We are told by psychologist that most cravings only last 20 minutes. So when that apple pie that I made for my children ( Sure, it was for the kids! ) is calling me, I find something to do that will take my mind off the pie and onto something else. I do a cleaning project, go outside, do an errand, anything to remove myself from the area of the food and concentrate on something else. I find that I forget about that pie! This has worked countless times over the years. If it works for those addicted to drugs, it can work for me. Try it, what do you have to lose?
Another trick I use
Great blog articles. I wish Bari Life shipped to the UK. The choice of bariatric foods and supplements for post-op here is very poor.