Why Can't Bariatric Patients Drink Coffee?
                                
                                
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                                According to bariatric surgeons and dietitians, avoiding caffeinated beverages, especially coffee, is crucial for successful recovery and long-term health. There are several compelling physiological reasons why bariatric patients can't drink coffee, particularly in the sensitive period following surgery, from exacerbating dehydration to irritating the healing stomach.