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Can you drink coffee rather then eating a meal or lunch?

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Dr. Joyce Pastore answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Caffeine : Caffeine should not be a meal replacement. A healthy meal with protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables is recommended. Habitual use of caffeine will result in withdrawal symptoms such as headache and irritability if suddenly stopped.

Answered 7/23/2014

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Nutrition: No. Coffee has no nutritional value.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/24/2014

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A member asked:

Can you drink coffee rather then eating a meal or lunch?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Joyce Pastore answered

Dr. Robert Killian answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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