Negative Effects Of Caffeine

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Obviously, getting your child hooked on a daily dose of Starbucks at a young age is not ideal, but is a small dose of caffeine really any worse than the potential side effects of pharmaceuticals? And at least caffeine is natural (assuming that's a concern — for some, like, uh, half of the fine people working at this company, it isn't. But we're technically adults). Some believe that coffee's risks outweigh the benefits. But that's a possibility with pills, too. So nobody wins — except for the kid whose supernatural academic focus gets him a full ride to Harvard.

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Caffeine is a natural component of coffee, tea and chocolate-and is added to drugs, soft drinks, candy and other products. It is a powerful drug. The effects of caffeine on the body include effecting brain function, hormone balance and sleep patterns. It raises your body’s stress level and causes anxiety and depression. It increases your risk of osteoporosis, heart disease, diabetes, ulcers, stroke, PMS and certain types of cancer.

Your first cup in the morning sets you up for a stress filled day. It stimulates your adrenal glands to pump out stress hormones, which then release cholesterol and sugars into your blood. This is a “fight or flight” response. (a cup of coffee is defined as 5 ounces) Although it can feel like you are getting a much needed boost these are some of the negative effects of caffeine.

Approximately 80% of all Americans are hooked. Caffeine is the number one addiction.

Quitting can give you more energy, better sleep, less stress and increased longevity. For some quitting isn’t easy but it can be done.

If you quit “cold-turkey”, you will probably experience withdrawal symptoms such as severe headache and irritability. These can last one to seven days.

According to Stephen Cherniske, M.S., for many it is easier and less painful to have a plan to slowly get off caffeine. The highlights of his “Off the Bean” recommendations follow.

1. Brew your coffee with 50% decaf. Or start with 20% decaf and increase the decaf portion every few days. 2. Get a smaller mug 3. Make your coffee weaker. 4. Add milk 5. Add herbal coffee to your brew, like you can do with the decaf…slowly increase the herbal coffee and decrease the regular. 6. Carry tea(non-caffeine) bags with you for when you are not at home.

These herbal products can help with brain defogging- ginkgo biloba or gota kola while St. John’s wort or 5-HTP can help with mood support. Milk thistle can help the liver with the detoxification process. Be sure to take fiber as the colon will slow down without the stimulation from caffeine. And drinks lots of water. Take your supplements and give your body a chance to make the adjustments. Also look for adaptogenic herbs to support your adrenal glands. Exercise and breath deeply.

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