living in latte land
#36858 - 01/12/04 02:43 PM
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I am having a hard time giving up my 4-5 latte's a week. I have given up everything else that I was "hooked" to except my decaf soy latte. Now that I have eliminated all the other problem foods, I know that this does cause me a lot of B&G. For those of you that have quit coffee, how long did it take for your stomach to settle down? I just know if I could make it a week that I might notice a big difference. But I have not been able to make it more than 5 days without my latte. I guess I resist giving up this one last thing. I gave up tea a long time ago because before finding this web site I felt it made my symptoms worse. I have tried the peppermint and fennel teas and liked them. I still do have this feeling that the teas upset my stomach. I guess I will slowly add those over time. Does anyone find pineapple juice to be soothing? I know that juices are not suppose to be a good thing to drink but I get sick of drinking water all the time! I drink it at night and find that it helps digestion and alleviate my C.
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Marinana, have you ever heard of Rocamojo? It's a roasted soy drink that you brew in your coffeepot, and it tastes a lot like coffee! They don't sell it anywhere near me, so I had to buy some at www.rocamojo.com . The best thing is, it doesn't upset the gut like coffee does!! So you can make your own Rocamojo lattes at home. I know it's not like stopping at the coffee shop, but hey, we have to do what we can to stay healthy, right? 
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Everyone else out there has heard this story a thousand times, but I'll repeat it again for you, Marinana.
I sympathize with you. I drank coffee for over 40 years -- actually 42 to be exact -- until last December 11, when Heather -- with her ONE post -- got me off it forever. You can do a search for "oh wow this is a huge problem" -- that's the post. (However, in it she alludes to the fact that I was drinking only decaf -- I hid from her the fact that I was also drinking the leaded stuff as well -- see how I am?)
Since I did it -- cold turkey -- I have felt SOOOOO much better! Okay, I had a few withdrawals, but Heather's suggestion of green tea as a temporary alternative was right on. You asked how long it took for my tummy to settle down? Immediately! The very first day I no longer had cramps all day! AND -- for someone my age this is very important -- my blood pressure dropped a LOT.
Since then, I tried Celestial Seasonings Tummy Mint tea. I tried others with fennel, but the Tummy Mint was best. However, I had terrible gas and bloating, so I finally broke down and ordered Heather's tummy teas. WOW! What an improvement! They're absolutely DELICIOUS. And I'm no longer blowing. (My husband thanks you, Heather!)
Pineapple juice burns going down and burns while it's still down. Grape juice works better for me. However, I don't think juices are workable for most people.
Try lemon in your water -- and some ice cubes -- and put it in a pretty glass. Water is IMPERATIVE; it's just SOOOO important. I have a hard time drinking it -- I'm NEVER thirsty -- but I do it anyway, and I measure how many glasses a day -- at least eight.
Trust me, Marinana, you'll be MUCH happier without that coffee -- and you'll thank Heather for it, believe me. Have fun with those teas -- do what my hubby and I love to do -- TASTE TESTS! 
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I have to admit, I went out and bought some of that stuff on your all's recommendation. EWWWW. It was SO gross.
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I have found that I can tolerate small amounts of juice as long as it's not on an empty stomach. If the pineapple juice works for you without causing any problems I don't see why you should stop. However the latte's have got to go for sure and I bet you will feel better very quickly. They need to make the coffee patch like the nicotene patch! I am addicted to peppermint tea now and have also gotten the variety pack of herbal teas so I can try different flavors.
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I'm really very shy -- I just like to write.
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Pretty Joan
#36954 - 01/12/04 04:59 PM
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Bevvy
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Bless you. I'm actually a very shy girl. 
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Re:Joan
#36969 - 01/12/04 05:29 PM
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joanmarie
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I assume the pretty refers to the dress, because the rest isn't all that great! Thanks for the complement. You are great fun, and I love reading your posts. It's obvious you are a very caring person as you are always giving great suggestions. You make my day with your funny posts. When the IBS is kicking up it helps to be able to turn to humor.
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Whoa!
#36984 - 01/12/04 06:02 PM
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Bevvy
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Hey -- don't sell yourself short, Girlfriend! You're a very pretty lady -- and I'm not talking about just the dress either. Sometimes we all need a good dose of self-assurance, and Joan I'm afraid you're about a quart low. You seem like a lovely person to me -- inside as well as outside. I appreciate your compliments -- they just prove how kind you are!
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Whoops, sorry I led you astray, Chinagrl! I didn't like it at first, but when I started using only 1 Tbsp of it per 2 cups of water and adding my favorite creamers it was much more to my liking. Now I don't even notice that it isn't coffee. Sorry that didn't happen for you!
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I'm not sure what strength my husband was making it at... maybe I'll give it a go with that recipie. 
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No Mojo
#37003 - 01/12/04 06:29 PM
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Bevvy
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Marinana, I opted not to try the Rocomojo. My hubby suggested I didn't need a replacement for coffee, a constant reminder that I can't have the real thing. It's like decaf -- I switched from leaded to decaf, but it was only "second best," and I kept sneaking out to the local espresso stand for "the real thing."
I needed to learn something new and to give up my old ways. But -- that's just me.
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Thanks!
#37016 - 01/12/04 06:38 PM
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joanmarie
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Shy Ones
#37156 - 01/13/04 10:44 AM
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peaches
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I'm really very shy -- I just like to write.
Bev-we are EXACTLY alike!!!!! lol My English teacher always puts me on the spot in class for my writing, and I get all embarassed and turn red lol. It doesn't help much with the guy situation, that's for sure! (I'm sure most of ou know who I'm talking about by now )
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Coffee is my biggest downfall - or I should say it was. I haven't had any coffee since 12/31/03! I immediately noticed a big difference in the way I felt. On the morning of 1/1/04 I drank chai instead of coffee and I did not have any stomach aches. One of my biggest challenges was finding a "substitute" for coffee - there's something about a nice cup of coffee in the morning, even if it's decaf! I actually joined the message board in late December just to ask for recommendations! Heather recommended that I try Oregon Chai. She said it was a little sweet for her, however I love it! I was lucky since I was able to find it at a grocery store near me, but I believe you can order it online. I make it with Silk Vanilla soy milk. If you do try it and it's too sweet for you, they have a reduced sugar version (I haven't tried this one though).
Good luck!
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Miss Pepper, I love the Oregon Chai too! Isn't it great??
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Secret confession - me too! 
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Thanks guys for all the great ideas. I found a place that sells Rocamojo near my house and I am going to order Heather's tummy teas. I was a "hold out" when it comes to Rocamojo because I am so caught up in the whole coffee thing. I even got a latte machine for Christmas...heehee! Well, as you all know it is so much easier to stop all those favorite things when I know it is just going to cause me an attack.
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I have to admit, I went out and bought some of that stuff on your all's recommendation. EWWWW. It was SO gross.
I've got a way that you may enjoy Rocomojo because I hated it the first time I tried it too!
I was missing Cafe con Leche and after making one for my husband the other night got the idea to make SOY Cafe con SOY Leche! Here goes:
Boil 2 cups of water and mix with 2/3 cup of Rocomojo (I use a coffe press but I'm sure you could strain it too)
While that is brewing boil 2 cups of Soy Vanilla Milk (wonder if chocolate would be good too? HMMMMM?.....) and 4 cinnamon sticks in separate pot. When it begins to boil into a froth-Remove from heat (doesn't take long, watch carefully!)
Pour your coffee into the milk and then sweeten with sugar and pour into big mugs---------VERY GOOD!!!!!!
I can tolerate this much easier than just plain Rocomojo! Hope you enjoy!
Steph
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Quote:
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I have to admit, I went out and bought some of that stuff on your all's recommendation. EWWWW. It was SO gross.
I've got a way that you may enjoy Rocomojo because I hated it the first time I tried it too!
I was missing Cafe con Leche and after making one for my husband the other night got the idea to make SOY Cafe con SOY Leche! Here goes:
Boil 2 cups of water and mix with 2/3 cup of Rocomojo (I use a coffe press but I'm sure you could strain it too)
While that is brewing boil 2 cups of Soy Vanilla Milk (wonder if chocolate would be good too? HMMMMM?.....) and 4 cinnamon sticks in separate pot. When it begins to boil into a froth-Remove from heat (doesn't take long, watch carefully!)
Pour your coffee into the milk and then sweeten with sugar and pour into big mugs---------VERY GOOD!!!!!!
I can tolerate this much easier than just plain Rocomojo! Hope you enjoy!
Steph
Hey - that sounds pretty good. Maybe you should post that on the Recipe Exchange!
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Thanks! I'll give it a try!
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I'm glad that going off the coffee worked so well for you. Me, the only way I can get any relief at all is TO drink it. It helps me go, and that helps give me about 20 minutes respite from the bloating and pain. Like I said, though, 20 minutes later it's all back. 
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