melissel Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Unfortunately, this is the problem I'm having. I spent most of the day feeling like someone was sitting on my chest :( I've been trying to cut back, but I feel so flat and miserable and foggy headed without caffeine. WWYD? Quit? Find some alternative? TIA! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mejane Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Well, there are caffeine tablets. ;) I have stomach issues, but need that pickup in the morning. Cutting back verrrry gradually eased both the addiction and stomach issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4wildberrys Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I would search high and low for a good organic coffee that totally agreed with me before EVER giving up my favorite beverage!!!!! Seriously--some coffees are extremely bitter or plain bad beans. I have a new brand called Cafe Altura that I order off of Amazon in 2lb bags. Organic, tastes heavenly and rich and no shakiness, heartburn or other annoying side effects :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RahRah Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I would search high and low for a good organic coffee that totally agreed with me before EVER giving up my favorite beverage!!!!! Seriously--some coffees are extremely bitter or plain bad beans. I have a new brand called Cafe Altura that I order off of Amazon in 2lb bags. Organic, tastes heavenly and rich and no shakiness, heartburn or other annoying side effects :D :iagree: I was going to suggest switching brands! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanceXToo Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Chase it down with Tums! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 30, 2011 Author Share Posted April 30, 2011 Huh! I've always read that it's the caffeine itself that does it to you, so I don't know that it would matter whether it was from pills or another brand of coffee. I'll have to check on that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 30, 2011 Author Share Posted April 30, 2011 Chase it down with Tums! But then I have to chase down the Tums with Dulcolax :lol: Tums and I don't get along. It turns my insides to cement :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Random Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Do you like tea? That would be my first and least painful suggestion. There are many flavors and some teas have more caffeine than coffee as well as health benefits. You could try OJ for a pick-me-up in the AM, or you could try a noncaffeinated vitamin drink. You could add some milk to your coffee to quell the acid. Many people report having more energy and feeling better after (going through the withdrawls of) quitting coffee. Incidentally, feeling like someone is sitting on your chest may not be from acid/heartburn. Are you sure that's all it is? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alamama Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 It could be the caffeine. Caffeine softens that flap betwwen your stomach and your esophagus thus allowing more acid to come up. I gave up caffeine and I actually have more energy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mejane Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 If it's the acid that bothers you, you can try brewing low-acid coffee. Here's a link: http://www.buzzle.com/articles/low-acid-coffee.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4wildberrys Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Huh! I've always read that it's the caffeine itself that does it to you, so I don't know that it would matter whether it was from pills or another brand of coffee. I'll have to check on that! I think that not all caffeine is equal----simply because Starbucks makes us very jittery and my new brand doesn't---even with 5 cups. What kind of coffee is it that you drink? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melissel Posted April 30, 2011 Author Share Posted April 30, 2011 Incidentally, feeling like someone is sitting on your chest may not be from acid/heartburn. Are you sure that's all it is? Yes, definitely. The old GERD and I are well acquainted, unfortunately. Though I forgot that I've been eating wheat again, and that aggravates it too, hmmm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Yes, definitely. The old GERD and I are well acquainted, unfortunately. Though I forgot that I've been eating wheat again, and that aggravates it too, hmmm. It's the wheat! Don't blame the poor coffee... :D Try mixing half reg coffee and half caffiene free- I did this last summer when I discovered I had high blood pressure. I had tons more energy! Don't try and go cold turkey right away though- that's just painful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I would probably die. (Do you put milk in it? This helps my stomach.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mynyel Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I would take stock out in Tums. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kchara Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Cry? That's probably what I would do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Cry. Buy some Mylanta. Try the coffee again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitten18 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 If it's the acid that bothers you, you can try brewing low-acid coffee. Here's a link: http://www.buzzle.com/articles/low-acid-coffee.html Yes, I was going to suggest the cold brew method. There was a thread about it here a few months ago, it is sooooo smooth, the taste is awesome. Yes, definitely. The old GERD and I are well acquainted, unfortunately. Though I forgot that I've been eating wheat again, and that aggravates it too, hmmm. My GERD comes and goes but wheat and carby food in general definitely make it flare-up. I'm fine with coffee (whew). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
texasmama Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Yes, definitely. The old GERD and I are well acquainted, unfortunately. Though I forgot that I've been eating wheat again, and that aggravates it too, hmmm. I'd give up wheat before I gave up coffee.:tongue_smilie: (And I eat gluten free so I know what that entails.;)) I would do whatever I had to do (change brands, cut back to half caff, etc before I quit. Coffee in moderation has health benefits.:D) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Folgers makes a variety called Simply Smooth which is made to be gentle to the stomach. I can find it in stores sometimes or else on amazon. I get the same problem if I drink a lot of coffee - it's no fun, but I'm not willing to give it up either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Researcher Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I'd give up wheat before I gave up coffee.:tongue_smilie: (And I eat gluten free so I know what that entails.;)) I would do whatever I had to do (change brands, cut back to half caff, etc before I quit. Coffee in moderation has health benefits.:D) :iagree: I love my coffee and don't know how I could give it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Cry and then start drinking my Bailey's straight. :tongue_smilie: No, really it would depend on why I was drinking it. If you are sumply looking for the caffiene then you can buy caffiene pills. If it is for the taste try one of the International instant coffees. They are a little smoother and less likely to cause hot burn. If that doesn't work, try hot chocolate or maybe even hot tea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Governess Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Try a latte. I can only handle one cup of coffee a day but a latte or cappuccino doesn't bother me. Tea actually gives me worse heartburn than coffee for some reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Researcher Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Try a latte. I can only handle one cup of coffee a day but a latte or cappuccino doesn't bother me. Tea actually gives me worse heartburn than coffee for some reason. Yes! I forgot to mention that earlier. The acid bothers me in many coffees so I look for low-acid versions, but a latte also works very well. :001_smile: Actually, I prefer a latte to coffee with cream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 If it's the acid that bothers you, you can try brewing low-acid coffee. Here's a link: http://www.buzzle.com/articles/low-acid-coffee.html :iagree: This worked for me! I switched to cold press coffee for about 6-9 months, and worked on lowering my stress levels and increasing my exercise. Now I'm back drinking regular coffee (b/c my dh never switched and it was just easier for me to switch back). But I'd go back to the cold press in a heartbeat if I started having problems again. Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michelle O. in MO Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 I'd take the plunge and quit. Actually I did just that about 15 years ago. The first 3-5 days were the worst, after that I was ok. Really, going cold turkey is easier for me in the long run than dragging out the process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quad Shot Academy Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Take Prilosec in the morning and drink it on a full stomach. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paz Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 I wish I had a coffee alternative. I have really bad reflux. Before then I used to drink several cups of coffee a day. I have been able to switch to unsweet iced tea and really enjoy it more than coffee now. If I stick to 1 to 2 cups of tea each morning I have no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Switch to tea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Millstone coffee gives me really bad heartburn; haven't had a problem since I switched brands. Hope it's something simple for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Start analyzing it. Do you grind it yourself? What roast? Is it a particular brand? Are you drinking enough water? Some coffee brands have not wanted to raise prices so they've used cheaper beans in their formulas. Yucko. You may have to kick it up a notch. Preground is sprayed with a preservative that I can taste and smell a mile away-and it gives me *wicked* heartburn. Stay away from it. Hope you find what it is! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laundrycrisis Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 (edited) Switch to Folger's. It's less acidic. :) BTDT. http://www.folgers.com/products/simply-smooth/index.aspx Edited May 1, 2011 by laundrycrisis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In the Rain Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 Cold brew coffee is easier on my system than regular coffee. Tea is worse than coffee for me. :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted May 1, 2011 Share Posted May 1, 2011 http://www.amazon.com/Pero-Instant-Natural-Beverage-Canisters/dp/B000ESLJ6C/ref=pd_sim_gro_1 I've tried them all and this is the best tasting substitute. Inka and Cafix have some ingredient like beets in them that make them all taste the same. You could also try Morning Thunder, which has caffeine. I thought coffee was giving me heartburn. I gave it up. Heartburn didn't go away, and it was the most depressing 2 months of the last 10 years. I use pepcid generic, now. Sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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