Re: Looking for advice. I have been banded since June of 2007. I occasionally ha

[Guest guest]

Dan thank you so much for your reply. Do you think that the caffeine can cause

the

stomach to be sore for a full day? I was drinking these protein drinks that

were coffee

flavored cappuccino based. I started noticing that my side would ache or hurt

the rest of

the day when I would drink them. Does caffeine irritate the lining of our

stomach?

>

> > pain in my right side and I believe it is coming from my banded stomach.

When I say

> > occasionally I would say once or twice a week. I have noticed it when I

drink coffee,

tea or

> > protein drinks that are coffee related.

>

> Looks like you've found the answer. Caffeine. Caffeine is a gastric

> irritant by definition, and has adverse effects on many of us. In

> addition, it is an " upper " and will raise your blood pressure in most

> cases, which is something that most obese people also don't need (nor

> do non-obese people for that matter). I've cut wwaaaaaayyyy back on

> my caffeine since being banded, and on the occasions I have it I can

> feel the results quickly, both in my stomach and in my becoming

> jittery. My blood pressure is taken every other tuesday at the red

> cross (I give platelets every other week) and the numbers show whether

> I've had caffeine in the last half dozen days or so.

>

> > Does anyone else have a bad reaction to these caffeine based things or could

it be

something

> > else causing my pain? I realize there could be a number of things affecting

me. I am

very

> > sore today after having a burning heartburn like sensation last night. I

took some

liquid

> > Maalox and it stopped the burning but this morning I feel like I had a major

food

sticking

> > situation. Does acid reflux cause that much discomfort the day after?

>

> It COULD be something else. But the easy answer to " why does my head

> hurt " is " quit beating it against the wall " . Quit doing the caffeine

> and see whether the problem goes away, or at least reduces.

>

> In my opinioin, acid reflux isn't just a nite time thing. Acid is

> acid, and can be a stomach problem any time.

>

> > Sorry to have so many questions. I am terrified that my band has slipped or

something bad.

> > My mind just always goes to the worst case scenerio. I am so afraid of

losing my

band:(

>

> So, quit the blasted caffeine.

>

> And side question: a) why the protein drinks and what protein

> drinks have caffeine in them anyway?

>

> cheers

>

> dan

>

>

>

> --

> " It's OK to be a little broken, everybody's broken in this life " Jon Bon Jovi

> Dan Lester, Boise, Idaho, USA www.mylapband.tk

> Banded 4/27/03, Dr. Ortiz, Tijuana

> Started at 355, at goal in the 210-220 range for almost 4 years

> Ultimate goal of 195 Tummytuck in Boise and SmartLipo in Tijuana

>

[Guest guest]

>

> Dan thank you so much for your reply. Do you think that the

caffeine can cause the

> stomach to be sore for a full day?

heres a reasonable article

Janie

In a regular cup of coffee there are about 170 mg of caffeine and in

decaffeinated coffee there are about 30/40 mg of caffeine.

On the stock market, Coffee is a 90 billion dollar industry but what

is significant is that just in North America 85%+ drink 3 to 5 cups

of coffee per day. A huge number of people are at risk for many of

the issues surrounding coffee consumption.

Top Ten Reasons why you should consider switching to a " Healthy

Coffee "

Top 10 Caffeine-Related Health Problems

Cardiovascular Problems

Caffeine increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure, and

can contribute to the development of heart disease. Both decaf and

regular coffee increase your cholesterol and homocysteine, the

biochemical that science has linked to increased risk for heart

attack. Caffeine is also linked to coronary vasospasms, the cause for

20% of all fatal heart attacks which kill otherwise perfectly healthy

people. Stress

Caffeine stimulates the excretion of stress hormones which can

produce increased levels of anxiety, irritability, muscular tension

and pain, indigestion, insomnia, and decreased immunity. Increased

levels of stress from caffeine can keep you from being able to make

healthy responses to the normal daily stress everyone is subjected to

in their lives.

Emotional Disturbances

Anxiety and irritability are hallmark mood disturbances associated

with caffeine consumption, but equally important is depression and

attention disorders. Depression may occur as part of the let down

after the stimulant effects of caffeine wears off. It may also appear

during the recovery period after quitting caffeine while the brain's

chemistry is readjusted. Caffeine rather than increasing mental

activity actually decreases blood flow to the brain by as much as 30%

and negatively effects memory and mental performance.

Blood Sugar Swings

Diabetics and hypoglycemics should avoid caffeine because it

stimulates a temporary surge in blood sugar which is then followed by

an overproduction of insulin that causes a blood sugar crash within

hours. If you're trying to loose weight, this rollercoaster will

actually cause weight gain since insulin's message to the body is to

store excess sugar as fat.

Gastrointestinal Problems

Many people experience a burning sensation in their stomach after

drinking coffee because coffee increases the secretion of

hydrochloric acid leading to an increased risk for ulcers. Coffee,

including decaf, reduces the pressure on the valve between the

esophagus and the stomach so that the highly acidic contents of the

stomach pass up to the esophagus leading to heartburn and gastro-

esophageal reflux disease. With America 's high consumption of

coffee, its no wonder the best selling over-the-counter drugs are the

so-called antacids.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Caffeine inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Male

Health Problems

Male Health Issues

Coffee is an irritant to the urinary tract and bladder. It is also a

diuretic that aggravates conditions associated with frequent

urination. Eliminating coffee and caffeine often relieves symptoms

associated with frequent urination due to enlarged prostate glands.

Dr. Milton Krisiloff, M.D. has found that in the majority of cases,

men can significantly reduce their risk for urinary and prostate

problems by making dietary changes which include eliminating coffee

and caffeine.

Female Health Problems

Fibrocystic breast disease, PMS, osteoporosis, infertility problems,

miscarriage, low birth weight infants, and menopausal problems such

as hot flashes are all exacerbated by caffeine consumption. Women on

birth control pills are particularly at risk since they have a

decreased ability to detoxify caffeine.

Adrenal Exhaustion

Caffeine consumption leads to eventual adrenal exhaustion which can

leave you vulnerable to a variety of health disorders related to

inflammation, autoimmunity, and fatigue. Aging

Many people find in their forties that they can no longer tolerate

the same level of caffeine consumption as they could in their

twenties and thirties. The production of DHEA, melatonin, and other

vital hormones start to decline and caffeine speeds up that downhill

drop. Caffeine dehydrates the body and contributes to the aging of

the skin and kidneys. It has been shown to inhibit DNA repair and

slow the ability of the liver to detoxify foreign toxins.

Exhausted Adrenal Glands

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It causes the adrenal

glands to secrete adrenaline, the hormone your body depends on in

emergencies to elevate your heart rate, increase your respiration and

blood pressure for a rapid flight-or-fight response. When you overuse

stimulants, the adrenals become exhausted. If your caffeine

sensitivity has diminished or you're one of those who claims you can

drink 3 shots of espresso and go right to sleep, guess what? Your

adrenals have given up responding. This means you have less

resistance to stress, which leaves you vulnerable to health hazards

such as environmental pollutants and disease pathogens

Severe Blood Sugar Swings

Caffeine forces the liver to release glycogen into the blood stream.

The pancreas responds to the sudden rise in blood sugar by releasing

insulin, the hormone which causes excess carbohydrates to be stored

as fat. Within the span of an hour or two, the result is a sharp

blood sugar drop resulting in a state of hypoglycemia (low blood

sugar). That's when you think it's time for another cup of coffee and

the whole cycle starts up again.

Acid Imbalance

Over 208 acids in coffee can contribute to indigestion and a wide

variety of health problems resulting from over-acidity associated

with arthritic, rheumatic and skin irritations. Many people

experience a burning sensation in their stomach after drinking coffee

because coffee increases the secretion of acid in the stomach.

Optimal health calls for an alkaline pH balance in the body.

Essential Mineral Depletion

Coffee inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Women

need to be concerned about osteoporosis as menopause sets in. Studies

show that women who drink coffee have an increased incidence of

osteoporosis compared to non-coffee drinkers. Men are not immune to

osteoporosis either.

These are a number of health conditions for which doctors advise

their patients to eliminate coffee and all caffeine from their diet.

Acid indigestion Anxiety, irritability and nervousness Candida or

yeast problems Colitis, diverticulitis, diarrhea and other irritable

bowel symptoms Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other auto-immune

disorders Diabetes or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) Dizziness,

Meniere's syndrome or tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Gout (Elevated

Uric Acid levels) Heart disease or heart palpitations High blood

pressure High cholesterol Insomnia and interrupted or poor quality

sleep Liver disease and gallbladder problems such as gallstones

Kidney or bladder problems including kidney stones Migraines or other

vascular headaches Osteoporosis Skin irritations, rashes and dryness

Ulcers, heartburn, and stomach problems such as hiatal hernias

Urinary tract irritation

IS THERE A HEALTHY COFFEE, BECAUSE I LIKE MY COFFEE?!?

Gano Healthy Coffee Products reduce the caffeine to about 7 or 8 mg

per cup and give you the same energy boost without the health risks.

De-caf Gano Cafe, Cafe Mocha and Tea, all blended with Ganoderma

Mushroom extract, are available online at www.Healthy-Coffee-

Shop.com. Ask for a free sample and try it for yourself.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Larry_Colcy

[Guest guest]

Wow! That is a lot to take in. Do you know how much caffeine diet coke

has? My, otherwise very health conscience, husband drinks almost a 2

bottle a day. IMO it is pure poison and wish he wouldn't drink it-this

not even in consideration of the caffeine just the aspartame. I keep it

locked up with the booze because I don't want our teenage boys drinking

it. Maybe the article you gave can convince him to give it up.

I gave u

Berta

From:

[mailto: ] On Behalf Of Janie

Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 4:40 PM

Subject: Re: Looking for advice. I have been banded

since June of 2007. I occasionally ha

>

> Dan thank you so much for your reply. Do you think that the

caffeine can cause the

> stomach to be sore for a full day?

heres a reasonable article

Janie

In a regular cup of coffee there are about 170 mg of caffeine and in

decaffeinated coffee there are about 30/40 mg of caffeine.

On the stock market, Coffee is a 90 billion dollar industry but what

is significant is that just in North America 85%+ drink 3 to 5 cups

of coffee per day. A huge number of people are at risk for many of

the issues surrounding coffee consumption.

Top Ten Reasons why you should consider switching to a " Healthy

Coffee "

Top 10 Caffeine-Related Health Problems

Cardiovascular Problems

Caffeine increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure, and

can contribute to the development of heart disease. Both decaf and

regular coffee increase your cholesterol and homocysteine, the

biochemical that science has linked to increased risk for heart

attack. Caffeine is also linked to coronary vasospasms, the cause for

20% of all fatal heart attacks which kill otherwise perfectly healthy

people. Stress

Caffeine stimulates the excretion of stress hormones which can

produce increased levels of anxiety, irritability, muscular tension

and pain, indigestion, insomnia, and decreased immunity. Increased

levels of stress from caffeine can keep you from being able to make

healthy responses to the normal daily stress everyone is subjected to

in their lives.

Emotional Disturbances

Anxiety and irritability are hallmark mood disturbances associated

with caffeine consumption, but equally important is depression and

attention disorders. Depression may occur as part of the let down

after the stimulant effects of caffeine wears off. It may also appear

during the recovery period after quitting caffeine while the brain's

chemistry is readjusted. Caffeine rather than increasing mental

activity actually decreases blood flow to the brain by as much as 30%

and negatively effects memory and mental performance.

Blood Sugar Swings

Diabetics and hypoglycemics should avoid caffeine because it

stimulates a temporary surge in blood sugar which is then followed by

an overproduction of insulin that causes a blood sugar crash within

hours. If you're trying to loose weight, this rollercoaster will

actually cause weight gain since insulin's message to the body is to

store excess sugar as fat.

Gastrointestinal Problems

Many people experience a burning sensation in their stomach after

drinking coffee because coffee increases the secretion of

hydrochloric acid leading to an increased risk for ulcers. Coffee,

including decaf, reduces the pressure on the valve between the

esophagus and the stomach so that the highly acidic contents of the

stomach pass up to the esophagus leading to heartburn and gastro-

esophageal reflux disease. With America 's high consumption of

coffee, its no wonder the best selling over-the-counter drugs are the

so-called antacids.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Caffeine inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Male

Health Problems

Male Health Issues

Coffee is an irritant to the urinary tract and bladder. It is also a

diuretic that aggravates conditions associated with frequent

urination. Eliminating coffee and caffeine often relieves symptoms

associated with frequent urination due to enlarged prostate glands.

Dr. Milton Krisiloff, M.D. has found that in the majority of cases,

men can significantly reduce their risk for urinary and prostate

problems by making dietary changes which include eliminating coffee

and caffeine.

Female Health Problems

Fibrocystic breast disease, PMS, osteoporosis, infertility problems,

miscarriage, low birth weight infants, and menopausal problems such

as hot flashes are all exacerbated by caffeine consumption. Women on

birth control pills are particularly at risk since they have a

decreased ability to detoxify caffeine.

Adrenal Exhaustion

Caffeine consumption leads to eventual adrenal exhaustion which can

leave you vulnerable to a variety of health disorders related to

inflammation, autoimmunity, and fatigue. Aging

Many people find in their forties that they can no longer tolerate

the same level of caffeine consumption as they could in their

twenties and thirties. The production of DHEA, melatonin, and other

vital hormones start to decline and caffeine speeds up that downhill

drop. Caffeine dehydrates the body and contributes to the aging of

the skin and kidneys. It has been shown to inhibit DNA repair and

slow the ability of the liver to detoxify foreign toxins.

Exhausted Adrenal Glands

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It causes the adrenal

glands to secrete adrenaline, the hormone your body depends on in

emergencies to elevate your heart rate, increase your respiration and

blood pressure for a rapid flight-or-fight response. When you overuse

stimulants, the adrenals become exhausted. If your caffeine

sensitivity has diminished or you're one of those who claims you can

drink 3 shots of espresso and go right to sleep, guess what? Your

adrenals have given up responding. This means you have less

resistance to stress, which leaves you vulnerable to health hazards

such as environmental pollutants and disease pathogens

Severe Blood Sugar Swings

Caffeine forces the liver to release glycogen into the blood stream.

The pancreas responds to the sudden rise in blood sugar by releasing

insulin, the hormone which causes excess carbohydrates to be stored

as fat. Within the span of an hour or two, the result is a sharp

blood sugar drop resulting in a state of hypoglycemia (low blood

sugar). That's when you think it's time for another cup of coffee and

the whole cycle starts up again.

Acid Imbalance

Over 208 acids in coffee can contribute to indigestion and a wide

variety of health problems resulting from over-acidity associated

with arthritic, rheumatic and skin irritations. Many people

experience a burning sensation in their stomach after drinking coffee

because coffee increases the secretion of acid in the stomach.

Optimal health calls for an alkaline pH balance in the body.

Essential Mineral Depletion

Coffee inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Women

need to be concerned about osteoporosis as menopause sets in. Studies

show that women who drink coffee have an increased incidence of

osteoporosis compared to non-coffee drinkers. Men are not immune to

osteoporosis either.

These are a number of health conditions for which doctors advise

their patients to eliminate coffee and all caffeine from their diet.

Acid indigestion Anxiety, irritability and nervousness Candida or

yeast problems Colitis, diverticulitis, diarrhea and other irritable

bowel symptoms Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other auto-immune

disorders Diabetes or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) Dizziness,

Meniere's syndrome or tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Gout (Elevated

Uric Acid levels) Heart disease or heart palpitations High blood

pressure High cholesterol Insomnia and interrupted or poor quality

sleep Liver disease and gallbladder problems such as gallstones

Kidney or bladder problems including kidney stones Migraines or other

vascular headaches Osteoporosis Skin irritations, rashes and dryness

Ulcers, heartburn, and stomach problems such as hiatal hernias

Urinary tract irritation

IS THERE A HEALTHY COFFEE, BECAUSE I LIKE MY COFFEE?!?

Gano Healthy Coffee Products reduce the caffeine to about 7 or 8 mg

per cup and give you the same energy boost without the health risks.

De-caf Gano Cafe, Cafe Mocha and Tea, all blended with Ganoderma

Mushroom extract, are available online at www.Healthy-Coffee-

Shop.com. Ask for a free sample and try it for yourself.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Larry_Colcy

[Guest guest]

The last email sent itself before I was done typing.

I gave up coffee 3 years ago because it was causing me heart

palpitations. I tried decaf-but for me it is only enjoyable with whole

milk or half and half-neither of which are worth the calories-so I don't

bother.

Berta

From:

[mailto: ] On Behalf Of Janie

Sent: Wednesday, April 30, 2008 4:40 PM

Subject: Re: Looking for advice. I have been banded

since June of 2007. I occasionally ha

>

> Dan thank you so much for your reply. Do you think that the

caffeine can cause the

> stomach to be sore for a full day?

heres a reasonable article

Janie

In a regular cup of coffee there are about 170 mg of caffeine and in

decaffeinated coffee there are about 30/40 mg of caffeine.

On the stock market, Coffee is a 90 billion dollar industry but what

is significant is that just in North America 85%+ drink 3 to 5 cups

of coffee per day. A huge number of people are at risk for many of

the issues surrounding coffee consumption.

Top Ten Reasons why you should consider switching to a " Healthy

Coffee "

Top 10 Caffeine-Related Health Problems

Cardiovascular Problems

Caffeine increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure, and

can contribute to the development of heart disease. Both decaf and

regular coffee increase your cholesterol and homocysteine, the

biochemical that science has linked to increased risk for heart

attack. Caffeine is also linked to coronary vasospasms, the cause for

20% of all fatal heart attacks which kill otherwise perfectly healthy

people. Stress

Caffeine stimulates the excretion of stress hormones which can

produce increased levels of anxiety, irritability, muscular tension

and pain, indigestion, insomnia, and decreased immunity. Increased

levels of stress from caffeine can keep you from being able to make

healthy responses to the normal daily stress everyone is subjected to

in their lives.

Emotional Disturbances

Anxiety and irritability are hallmark mood disturbances associated

with caffeine consumption, but equally important is depression and

attention disorders. Depression may occur as part of the let down

after the stimulant effects of caffeine wears off. It may also appear

during the recovery period after quitting caffeine while the brain's

chemistry is readjusted. Caffeine rather than increasing mental

activity actually decreases blood flow to the brain by as much as 30%

and negatively effects memory and mental performance.

Blood Sugar Swings

Diabetics and hypoglycemics should avoid caffeine because it

stimulates a temporary surge in blood sugar which is then followed by

an overproduction of insulin that causes a blood sugar crash within

hours. If you're trying to loose weight, this rollercoaster will

actually cause weight gain since insulin's message to the body is to

store excess sugar as fat.

Gastrointestinal Problems

Many people experience a burning sensation in their stomach after

drinking coffee because coffee increases the secretion of

hydrochloric acid leading to an increased risk for ulcers. Coffee,

including decaf, reduces the pressure on the valve between the

esophagus and the stomach so that the highly acidic contents of the

stomach pass up to the esophagus leading to heartburn and gastro-

esophageal reflux disease. With America 's high consumption of

coffee, its no wonder the best selling over-the-counter drugs are the

so-called antacids.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Caffeine inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Male

Health Problems

Male Health Issues

Coffee is an irritant to the urinary tract and bladder. It is also a

diuretic that aggravates conditions associated with frequent

urination. Eliminating coffee and caffeine often relieves symptoms

associated with frequent urination due to enlarged prostate glands.

Dr. Milton Krisiloff, M.D. has found that in the majority of cases,

men can significantly reduce their risk for urinary and prostate

problems by making dietary changes which include eliminating coffee

and caffeine.

Female Health Problems

Fibrocystic breast disease, PMS, osteoporosis, infertility problems,

miscarriage, low birth weight infants, and menopausal problems such

as hot flashes are all exacerbated by caffeine consumption. Women on

birth control pills are particularly at risk since they have a

decreased ability to detoxify caffeine.

Adrenal Exhaustion

Caffeine consumption leads to eventual adrenal exhaustion which can

leave you vulnerable to a variety of health disorders related to

inflammation, autoimmunity, and fatigue. Aging

Many people find in their forties that they can no longer tolerate

the same level of caffeine consumption as they could in their

twenties and thirties. The production of DHEA, melatonin, and other

vital hormones start to decline and caffeine speeds up that downhill

drop. Caffeine dehydrates the body and contributes to the aging of

the skin and kidneys. It has been shown to inhibit DNA repair and

slow the ability of the liver to detoxify foreign toxins.

Exhausted Adrenal Glands

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It causes the adrenal

glands to secrete adrenaline, the hormone your body depends on in

emergencies to elevate your heart rate, increase your respiration and

blood pressure for a rapid flight-or-fight response. When you overuse

stimulants, the adrenals become exhausted. If your caffeine

sensitivity has diminished or you're one of those who claims you can

drink 3 shots of espresso and go right to sleep, guess what? Your

adrenals have given up responding. This means you have less

resistance to stress, which leaves you vulnerable to health hazards

such as environmental pollutants and disease pathogens

Severe Blood Sugar Swings

Caffeine forces the liver to release glycogen into the blood stream.

The pancreas responds to the sudden rise in blood sugar by releasing

insulin, the hormone which causes excess carbohydrates to be stored

as fat. Within the span of an hour or two, the result is a sharp

blood sugar drop resulting in a state of hypoglycemia (low blood

sugar). That's when you think it's time for another cup of coffee and

the whole cycle starts up again.

Acid Imbalance

Over 208 acids in coffee can contribute to indigestion and a wide

variety of health problems resulting from over-acidity associated

with arthritic, rheumatic and skin irritations. Many people

experience a burning sensation in their stomach after drinking coffee

because coffee increases the secretion of acid in the stomach.

Optimal health calls for an alkaline pH balance in the body.

Essential Mineral Depletion

Coffee inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Women

need to be concerned about osteoporosis as menopause sets in. Studies

show that women who drink coffee have an increased incidence of

osteoporosis compared to non-coffee drinkers. Men are not immune to

osteoporosis either.

These are a number of health conditions for which doctors advise

their patients to eliminate coffee and all caffeine from their diet.

Acid indigestion Anxiety, irritability and nervousness Candida or

yeast problems Colitis, diverticulitis, diarrhea and other irritable

bowel symptoms Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other auto-immune

disorders Diabetes or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) Dizziness,

Meniere's syndrome or tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Gout (Elevated

Uric Acid levels) Heart disease or heart palpitations High blood

pressure High cholesterol Insomnia and interrupted or poor quality

sleep Liver disease and gallbladder problems such as gallstones

Kidney or bladder problems including kidney stones Migraines or other

vascular headaches Osteoporosis Skin irritations, rashes and dryness

Ulcers, heartburn, and stomach problems such as hiatal hernias

Urinary tract irritation

IS THERE A HEALTHY COFFEE, BECAUSE I LIKE MY COFFEE?!?

Gano Healthy Coffee Products reduce the caffeine to about 7 or 8 mg

per cup and give you the same energy boost without the health risks.

De-caf Gano Cafe, Cafe Mocha and Tea, all blended with Ganoderma

Mushroom extract, are available online at www.Healthy-Coffee-

Shop.com. Ask for a free sample and try it for yourself.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Larry_Colcy

[Guest guest]

Wednesday, April 30, 2008, 3:24:07 PM, you wrote:

> Dan thank you so much for your reply. Do you think that the caffeine can cause

the

> stomach to be sore for a full day?

Well, it does me. Others aren't bothered.

Only one way to find out.....try it.

> I was drinking these protein drinks that were coffee

> flavored cappuccino based. I started noticing that my side would ache or hurt

the rest of

> the day when I would drink them. Does caffeine irritate the lining of our

stomach?

Yes, it irritates the stomach lining, the esophagus, etc. Coffee is

an acid. Depending, it can be more acid than soft drinks, which are

by definition flavored carbonic acid.

So what are the protein drinks? I don't consider a bottled cappuccino

a protein drink. But since I don't go looking for them, I can't be

sure. And still, why the liquid calories otehr than nonfat milk?

I'll leave the full lecture on that for Sandy.

--

" It's OK to be a little broken, everybody's broken in this life " Jon Bon Jovi

Dan Lester, Boise, Idaho, USA www.mylapband.tk

Banded 4/27/03, Dr. Ortiz, Tijuana

Started at 355, at goal in the 210-220 range for almost 4 years

Ultimate goal of 195 Tummytuck in Boise and SmartLipo in Tijuana

[Guest guest]

" Did your doc go over all these things with you? "

I am sure he did but I may very well need a refresher. June will be my one year

anniversary. The one thing I remembered about caffeine was not to drink any

cokes or

carbonated beverages. I've done really well on that.

I do have reflux and had gotten my dosage down to just a half Prilosec in the

mornings. I

may have to go back to the Nexium. I haven't had any reflux that has made its

way high

into my throat or anywhere near where I can taste it. Last night my stomach had

that

burning feeling I once associated with reflux. Just a couple of hours before

those

symptoms I had soup (potato cheese) salmon and broccoli. It was a meal I'd

never had

trouble with before. If there is one thing I have learned about my band it is

that it is

different from day to day. The foods that go down well one day may give me

trouble the

next day.

I'm calling the docs office first thing in the morning so hopefully they can

work me in

before the week is out. Thanks so much for your advice;)

> >

> > pain in my right side and I believe it is coming from my banded

> stomach. When I say

> > occasionally I would say once or twice a week. I have noticed it

> when I drink coffee, tea or

> > protein drinks that are coffee related.

> >

> > Does anyone else have a bad reaction to these caffeine based things

> or could it be something

> > else causing my pain? I realize there could be a number of things

> affecting me. I am very

> > sore today after having a burning heartburn like sensation last

> night. I took some liquid

> > Maalox and it stopped the burning but this morning I feel like I

> had a major food sticking

> > situation. Does acid reflux cause that much discomfort the day

> after?

> >

> > Sorry to have so many questions. I am terrified that my band has

> slipped or something bad.

> > My mind just always goes to the worst case scenerio. I am so

> afraid of losing my band:(

> >

>

[Guest guest]

Do you still have your gall bladder? That is a right sided pain, and

the soup could have enough fat in it to cause a gall bladder attack a

few hours after eating it. Just a thought. Let us know how your

appointment goes.

Gwen

>

> " Did your doc go over all these things with you? "

>

> I am sure he did but I may very well need a refresher. June will

be my one year

> anniversary. The one thing I remembered about caffeine was not to

drink any cokes or

> carbonated beverages. I've done really well on that.

>

> I do have reflux and had gotten my dosage down to just a half

Prilosec in the mornings. I

> may have to go back to the Nexium. I haven't had any reflux that

has made its way high

> into my throat or anywhere near where I can taste it. Last night

my stomach had that

> burning feeling I once associated with reflux. Just a couple of

hours before those

> symptoms I had soup (potato cheese) salmon and broccoli. It was a

meal I'd never had

> trouble with before. If there is one thing I have learned about my

band it is that it is

> different from day to day. The foods that go down well one day may

give me trouble the

> next day.

>

> I'm calling the docs office first thing in the morning so hopefully

they can work me in

> before the week is out. Thanks so much for your advice;)

>

[Guest guest]

Thank you Gwen. I do still have my gallbladder. I have often wondered if it was

causing

me problems. I went to the doc today and he felt a mass (GASP!) out beside my

right rib. I

have had a CT Scan and am now awaiting the results.

I appreciate your response:)

> >

> > " Did your doc go over all these things with you? "

> >

> > I am sure he did but I may very well need a refresher. June will

> be my one year

> > anniversary. The one thing I remembered about caffeine was not to

> drink any cokes or

> > carbonated beverages. I've done really well on that.

> >

> > I do have reflux and had gotten my dosage down to just a half

> Prilosec in the mornings. I

> > may have to go back to the Nexium. I haven't had any reflux that

> has made its way high

> > into my throat or anywhere near where I can taste it. Last night

> my stomach had that

> > burning feeling I once associated with reflux. Just a couple of

> hours before those

> > symptoms I had soup (potato cheese) salmon and broccoli. It was a

> meal I'd never had

> > trouble with before. If there is one thing I have learned about my

> band it is that it is

> > different from day to day. The foods that go down well one day may

> give me trouble the

> > next day.

> >

> > I'm calling the docs office first thing in the morning so hopefully

> they can work me in

> > before the week is out. Thanks so much for your advice;)

> >

>

[Guest guest]

I love coffee but it does become another obsession. I have started

using decaf and as long as you drink fresh coffee and buy a decen

brand, it tastes fine. I also just bought some sugar free chocolate

syrup to try to make a mocha (decaf).

I gave up soda of all kinds just before being banded and I have to

say, I really don;t miss it. I was surprised.

Kate

> >

> > Dan thank you so much for your reply. Do you think that the

> caffeine can cause the

> > stomach to be sore for a full day?

>

> heres a reasonable article

>

> Janie

>

> In a regular cup of coffee there are about 170 mg of caffeine and in

> decaffeinated coffee there are about 30/40 mg of caffeine.

>

> On the stock market, Coffee is a 90 billion dollar industry but what

> is significant is that just in North America 85%+ drink 3 to 5 cups

> of coffee per day. A huge number of people are at risk for many of

> the issues surrounding coffee consumption.

>

> Top Ten Reasons why you should consider switching to a " Healthy

> Coffee "

>

> Top 10 Caffeine-Related Health Problems

>

> Cardiovascular Problems

>

> Caffeine increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure, and

> can contribute to the development of heart disease. Both decaf and

> regular coffee increase your cholesterol and homocysteine, the

> biochemical that science has linked to increased risk for heart

> attack. Caffeine is also linked to coronary vasospasms, the cause for

> 20% of all fatal heart attacks which kill otherwise perfectly healthy

> people. Stress

>

> Caffeine stimulates the excretion of stress hormones which can

> produce increased levels of anxiety, irritability, muscular tension

> and pain, indigestion, insomnia, and decreased immunity. Increased

> levels of stress from caffeine can keep you from being able to make

> healthy responses to the normal daily stress everyone is subjected to

> in their lives.

>

> Emotional Disturbances

>

> Anxiety and irritability are hallmark mood disturbances associated

> with caffeine consumption, but equally important is depression and

> attention disorders. Depression may occur as part of the let down

> after the stimulant effects of caffeine wears off. It may also appear

> during the recovery period after quitting caffeine while the brain's

> chemistry is readjusted. Caffeine rather than increasing mental

> activity actually decreases blood flow to the brain by as much as 30%

> and negatively effects memory and mental performance.

>

> Blood Sugar Swings

>

> Diabetics and hypoglycemics should avoid caffeine because it

> stimulates a temporary surge in blood sugar which is then followed by

> an overproduction of insulin that causes a blood sugar crash within

> hours. If you're trying to loose weight, this rollercoaster will

> actually cause weight gain since insulin's message to the body is to

> store excess sugar as fat.

>

> Gastrointestinal Problems

>

> Many people experience a burning sensation in their stomach after

> drinking coffee because coffee increases the secretion of

> hydrochloric acid leading to an increased risk for ulcers. Coffee,

> including decaf, reduces the pressure on the valve between the

> esophagus and the stomach so that the highly acidic contents of the

> stomach pass up to the esophagus leading to heartburn and gastro-

> esophageal reflux disease. With America 's high consumption of

> coffee, its no wonder the best selling over-the-counter drugs are the

> so-called antacids.

>

> Nutritional Deficiencies

>

> Caffeine inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

> urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

> minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Male

> Health Problems

>

> Male Health Issues

>

> Coffee is an irritant to the urinary tract and bladder. It is also a

> diuretic that aggravates conditions associated with frequent

> urination. Eliminating coffee and caffeine often relieves symptoms

> associated with frequent urination due to enlarged prostate glands.

>

> Dr. Milton Krisiloff, M.D. has found that in the majority of cases,

> men can significantly reduce their risk for urinary and prostate

> problems by making dietary changes which include eliminating coffee

> and caffeine.

>

> Female Health Problems

>

> Fibrocystic breast disease, PMS, osteoporosis, infertility problems,

> miscarriage, low birth weight infants, and menopausal problems such

> as hot flashes are all exacerbated by caffeine consumption. Women on

> birth control pills are particularly at risk since they have a

> decreased ability to detoxify caffeine.

>

> Adrenal Exhaustion

>

> Caffeine consumption leads to eventual adrenal exhaustion which can

> leave you vulnerable to a variety of health disorders related to

> inflammation, autoimmunity, and fatigue. Aging

>

> Many people find in their forties that they can no longer tolerate

> the same level of caffeine consumption as they could in their

> twenties and thirties. The production of DHEA, melatonin, and other

> vital hormones start to decline and caffeine speeds up that downhill

> drop. Caffeine dehydrates the body and contributes to the aging of

> the skin and kidneys. It has been shown to inhibit DNA repair and

> slow the ability of the liver to detoxify foreign toxins.

>

> Exhausted Adrenal Glands

>

> Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant. It causes the adrenal

> glands to secrete adrenaline, the hormone your body depends on in

> emergencies to elevate your heart rate, increase your respiration and

> blood pressure for a rapid flight-or-fight response. When you overuse

> stimulants, the adrenals become exhausted. If your caffeine

> sensitivity has diminished or you're one of those who claims you can

> drink 3 shots of espresso and go right to sleep, guess what? Your

> adrenals have given up responding. This means you have less

> resistance to stress, which leaves you vulnerable to health hazards

> such as environmental pollutants and disease pathogens

>

> Severe Blood Sugar Swings

>

> Caffeine forces the liver to release glycogen into the blood stream.

> The pancreas responds to the sudden rise in blood sugar by releasing

> insulin, the hormone which causes excess carbohydrates to be stored

> as fat. Within the span of an hour or two, the result is a sharp

> blood sugar drop resulting in a state of hypoglycemia (low blood

> sugar). That's when you think it's time for another cup of coffee and

> the whole cycle starts up again.

>

> Acid Imbalance

>

> Over 208 acids in coffee can contribute to indigestion and a wide

> variety of health problems resulting from over-acidity associated

> with arthritic, rheumatic and skin irritations. Many people

> experience a burning sensation in their stomach after drinking coffee

> because coffee increases the secretion of acid in the stomach.

> Optimal health calls for an alkaline pH balance in the body.

>

> Essential Mineral Depletion

>

> Coffee inhibits the absorption of some nutrients and causes the

> urinary excretion of calcium, magnesium, potassium, iron and trace

> minerals, all essential elements necessary for good health. Women

> need to be concerned about osteoporosis as menopause sets in. Studies

> show that women who drink coffee have an increased incidence of

> osteoporosis compared to non-coffee drinkers. Men are not immune to

> osteoporosis either.

>

> These are a number of health conditions for which doctors advise

> their patients to eliminate coffee and all caffeine from their diet.

>

> Acid indigestion Anxiety, irritability and nervousness Candida or

> yeast problems Colitis, diverticulitis, diarrhea and other irritable

> bowel symptoms Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other auto-immune

> disorders Diabetes or hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) Dizziness,

> Meniere's syndrome or tinnitus (ringing in the ears) Gout (Elevated

> Uric Acid levels) Heart disease or heart palpitations High blood

> pressure High cholesterol Insomnia and interrupted or poor quality

> sleep Liver disease and gallbladder problems such as gallstones

> Kidney or bladder problems including kidney stones Migraines or other

> vascular headaches Osteoporosis Skin irritations, rashes and dryness

> Ulcers, heartburn, and stomach problems such as hiatal hernias

> Urinary tract irritation

>

> IS THERE A HEALTHY COFFEE, BECAUSE I LIKE MY COFFEE?!?

>

> Gano Healthy Coffee Products reduce the caffeine to about 7 or 8 mg

> per cup and give you the same energy boost without the health risks.

> De-caf Gano Cafe, Cafe Mocha and Tea, all blended with Ganoderma

> Mushroom extract, are available online at www.Healthy-Coffee-

> Shop.com. Ask for a free sample and try it for yourself.

>

> Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Larry_Colcy

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