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Why can't Mormons have caffeine?

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  • 2 decades ago
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    Because it is addictive and habit forming.

    Its part of our health code found in the Doctrine and Covenants section 89 one of our scriptures. but hot drinks tea, and coffee, are what we cant have, and yes! they do contain caffeine. WE dont take drugs unless prescribed by a Doctor.

    see also www.mormom.org

    "A marvelous work and a wonder" by Le Grand Richards.

    By the way, I belong to The church of jesus christ of Latter-Day saints.(Mormons)

  • Anonymous
    2 decades ago

    It's considered by many to be against the "Word of Wisdom", a Mormon-based wellness code of sorts which tells member what not to partake of.

    Actually, it's really a grey area in the church. There hasn't really been an official doctrinal stance on the issue (the Word of Wisdom doesn't actually mention caffiene, specifically), so many members do consume caffeine. Those who don't tend to be stricter in lifestyle.

    Also, Mormons do *not* own Coca Cola or Pepsi. These are just urban legends.

  • 2 decades ago

    The sin of the world doesnt come from what HE is putting inside His Mouth, but what comes out... now now, about caffeine, dont now what makes them rid of caffeine, there are lots of problem here in this world and certain that sucking question in not to be treated as a problem. Dont consume much energy figuring this out.

  • 2 decades ago

    They can... they had a spirtual revelation after the mormon church bought a couple cocacola bottling plants in Salt Lake City. Oh if only all religions worked out so well. You know you may be right, but i know this is true, southern baptist members called LDS a cult. http://www.rickross.com/reference/mormon/mormon18....

    I dont hate your religion specifically just religion in general and its about missionary season in MT cant wait to see those bikes guys.

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  • Anonymous
    2 decades ago

    Because religions have to have key Distinguishing aspects between themselves and others, and thats the way mormons do it.

  • 2 decades ago

    Mormons don't drink anything that they consider to be unhealthy or damaging to their bodies.

  • 2 decades ago

    They are Mormons isn't that self explanetary enough?? LOL

  • 2 decades ago

    Some people avoid stimulating food or drinks because it affects the mind - it creates excitement, tension, stress, irritability, anger and aggression....

  • 2 decades ago

    Don't let it bother you unless you want to join them... and need that morning waker-upper.

  • Anonymous
    2 decades ago

    same reasons jews and muslims dont eat pork--its against their religion

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