Can you have coffee when on ProLon?

Many people have been participating in the ProLon diet and wonder, “Can you have coffee on ProLon?” Read on to find out.

Yes. You can have coffee when on the ProLon diet. I first heard of the ProLon diet from my sister-in-law, and according to her, she had experienced immense benefits from the diet. So, I decided to try it out after receiving the go-ahead from my doctor. However, since I like having a warm cup of coffee at least twice daily, I began wondering if the coffee was permissible on the ProLon diet. After extensive research and talking to several people on the diet, I discovered that having coffee on ProLon is fine, but there are several things to keep in mind.

If you’ve decided to get on the ProLon diet and are wondering about the effects of coffee on the diet, this article has in-depth explanations about that. Keep reading also to learn if decaf is allowed and if taking coffee while on the diet will help with weight loss.

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How much coffee can you have when on ProLon?

You can have up to two cups of coffee daily when on ProLon. Having up to 140mg of caffeine daily is fine when on ProLon. However, when taking coffee on ProLon, there are several things to remember; first, only black coffee without milk, creamers, sweeteners, or sugar is allowed. Drinking coffee with milk, creamers, sweeteners, and sugar will ruin your fast. Second, organic coffee is the best option as it has the least chemicals and pesticides compared to other coffees.

Lastly, remember that coffee is a diuretic; adequate and proper hydration is crucial to keep any adverse side effects, such as withdrawals, away. When on ProLon, drink coffee only when you need it. If you can avoid coffee altogether, the better it will be.

Is decaf coffee okay during ProLon?

Yes. Up to 16 ounces (2 cups) of decaf coffee during ProLon is fine. Also, the same rules for regular coffee apply to decaf coffee. Avoid decaf coffee with milk, sweeteners, creamers, or sugar. Only have decaf coffee when you need it; if you can eliminate it, the better. Decaf coffee is also a good option if you’re craving coffee flavors, but you don’t need the stimulating effects of caffeine.

Will coffee take me off ProLon fasting?

Whether coffee will take you off ProLon fasting or not depends on how you take your coffee. As mentioned earlier, coffee with creamers, milk, and sweeteners will take you off ProLon fasting. However, plain black coffee and black plain decaf coffee won’t take you off the diet. The ProLon diet mainly involves whole foods, foods free of lactose and gluten, and vegetarian foods; therefore, avoiding coffee with the mentioned additions is highly recommended.

FAQ SECTION

Will taking coffee on a ProLon fast make me lose weight?

Yes. Taking coffee on a ProLon fast will help in weight loss. Coffee, by itself, is known to aid in weight loss, as is the ProLon diet.

How often can I take coffee on ProLon fast?

You’re allowed to have up to 16 ounces (2 cups) of plain black coffee when on ProLon fast. Note that coffee with creamers, milk, sweetening syrups, and sugar is discouraged as it’ll take you out of the fast.

Can you experience caffeine withdrawal on ProLon fasting?

Yes. If you’re a regular coffee drinker and you suddenly cut on your caffeine intake to participate in ProLon fasting, you might experience mild to severe caffeine withdrawal symptoms like headaches.