Question:
Who drinks coffee or hot tea? I love it but use art. sweenter.

I used real sugar and found out that it makes me feel as if I am speeding and my heart races so I DO NOT use REAL Sugar. I like my coffee with artificial sweetner and some hazelnut or french vanilla flavoring. What about you?    — Tana Mallard (posted on December 27, 2007)


December 27, 2007
I also love it. I also like to use those flavored syrups regular or sugar free. I found that when using cane sugar it doesn't have as much of an effect on me. I don't really use sugar in my coffee. I like the flavored creamers. I also make protein lattes by adding any whey protein powder to my coffee. Well you take care. Jeannie
   — jjeanniespets1

December 27, 2007
It is always refreshing to see others are turning to the demon drink of coffee. Always keep in mind that artificial sweeteners do not necessarily contain no carbs-- in fact, FDA guidelines allow products with less than a fractional amount of carbs to be classified as "no carb"-- however, if you are using a few packets of sweetener, these trace amounts can add up. For me, I don't add anything to my coffee that doesn't add caffeine (other than a little artificial sweetener).
   — SteveColarossi

December 27, 2007
I am an herbal tea drinker. I just had lap RNY surgery on 12/14/07. I found that a teaspoon of honey in my hot tea does not bother me, and gives a kick of sweetness. I also got packets of stevia sweetener from the same health food store I get my protein powder from. It is similar to artificial sweetener, but is all natural and sugar/calorie free. I have used it to make hot cocoa with my fat-free milk and a spoonful of cocoa powder.
   — KatFord

December 27, 2007
I started drinking coffee again two weeks after RNY and have always used Sweet and low , one pack per coffee mug ( two-three cups) and had no problems. Still do. We are all different and react differently.
   — blossman

December 27, 2007
Sugar will tend to make your heart race. It differs with everyone, but too much sugar or carbs can do that. email me at [email protected] www.pamfit.com pam
   — Pam Fottrell

December 27, 2007
I use splenda in coffee and hot tea. I live in Michigan but have alot of family in Jasper Alabama.
   — John C.

December 27, 2007
I've tried coffee/tea a couple of times since surgery but can't stomach it, so to speak. That said, I can drink carbonated beverages with lots of ice without problem. Go figure.
   — Tom Y.

December 27, 2007
I can drink coffee, but no fruit tea. Used to drink lots of diet coke before surgery. I had surgery 9 days ago and I enjoy drinking coffee.
   — rina_mo

December 27, 2007
Before my surgery I drank my coffee black no sugar (holdover from Weight Watcher Days, I guess). I've been allowed to have coffee for a week now (My doc says no caffeine for the first 6 weeks). I've put a quarter cup or so in my morning protein shake which I make with coffee flavored Soy Slender and Body Fortress Powder. For the most part during the day I drink Chamomile Tea, and I'm going to try to stay away from demon coffee except that little bit in the morning. I think I'm sleeping better at night. ~Shirley
   — Shirley D.

December 27, 2007
I have tea in the morning with a little splenda and the FF/SF vanilla creamer - it works fine for me - just a very small amount or over a long time.
   — machre

December 28, 2007
Yeah! Me too. I like Splenda in my coffee & tea. Occasionally I add a bit of Carnation canned milk as well.
   — [Deactivated Member]

December 28, 2007
Good morning, I read all the answers that have been given so far. The only thing I did not read is that you should not be drinking caffenated coffee. You should only drink decafe. Then you can count it toward your daily water intake. And you should never drink carbonated beverages. They are a non no! As far as sweetners, they should be fine I too, use them in my flavored coffee, sugar free flavors of course. Have a great day!
   — Jean N.

December 28, 2007
Hot Tea with Splenda everyday!!
   — Carlyn M.

December 28, 2007
I was an avid coffee drinker prior to surgery, and I loved my hot herbal teas as well. Splenda has been my friend for years....but when I was preparing for surgery I kicked caffeine and since surgery I only drink herbal tea, non-caffeinated, with splenda because even when I tried decaf coffee I got very ill feeling, and had to run to the restroom the entire day. I tried it again, and same result. Coffee is no longer my friend I guess... it makes me sad. I love the aroma and loved the comfort of it I guess. Oh well....another vice I needed to kick. Best of luck! Hugs....Cheryl
   — Cheryl K.

December 29, 2007
I was able to use artificial sweetner in most things, but not my tea. My daughter's dentist turned me on to Stevia. It is much sweeter than sugar, but not an artificial sweetner. I have found it locally at Earth Fare and Whole Foods. It is not a sugar. I don't really understand it, so you can check it out online by searching "Stevia". I am a diabetic and it is safe for me to use. It really makes my tea taste good. Hope this helps. Phyllis
   — pammaley




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