Mon, Nov-18-02, 05:00
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Senior Member
Posts: 433
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Plan: Bernstein/Atkins
Stats: 210/180/125
BF:
Progress: 35%
Location: Georgia
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Caffeine and I had to part ways quite some time ago as it really messed me up. I had aggravated PMS and fibrocystic breast disease, which all improved when I gave up caffeine. I am now diabetic and I know for a FACT coffee caffeine raises my blood sugar. (No, tea and sodas don't really affect it, but then, I don't drink much soda--although I drink tea most every day).
To those who feel the need to give up coffee caffeine may I recommend a brand? It's the very devil to find, though--"Luzianne Decaf with Chicory". It makes a VERY bold cup of coffee, in fact, per directions use 1/2 of what you'd use for regular coffee. When I first bought it I didn't read the directions, so when I stirred in 3 creamers and the color didn't change significantly, well that was my first clue I'd made it too strong! Then I read the directions. But even though I'd made it much too strong that first time, it was completely drinkable. No bitterness whatsoever, but lots of flavor. Give it a try--if you can find it!!
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