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“But first, coffee.”
Hey, we all remember that episode ofSaved by the Bellwhen Jessie overdosed on caffeine pills, right?
Here are a few tell-tale signs you’re drinking way too much caffeine.
“Caffeine is very similar in structure to another chemical in our body called adenosine.
One of adenosine’s jobs is to dilate blood vessels in the head.
Caffeine blocks this dilation.
Yes, you are in love.
You’re anxious
Feeling a bit nervous or jittery?
Your morning coffee may be the one to blame.
“Some people even get anxiety from decaffeinated coffee either due to the caffeine remnants or the theobromine.”
If you notice yourself feeling on edge after that second cup, try cutting back to see what happens.
Meanwhile, be mindful of other things you’re consuming throughout the day.
That afternoon soda might be making you shaky without you even realizing.
You’re grumpy
Some people joke about not being able to function before their morning coffee.
It increases your metabolism and energy, which explains why you usually feel so much better after drinking it.
This can be helpful on a Monday morning when most of us can use an extra jolt of energy.
“Caffeine does more than serve as an eye-opener,“Dr. Sahelian explained.
And this could cause jet lag-style sluggishness during daylight hours.”
If I really want to use coffee to give me a boost, I have to drink a lot.
This can end up making you feel hungry.
Instead of trying to quit cold turkey,Dr.
Other benefits,Dr.
Lichtennotes, include “better focus and concentration, better sleep and feeling calmer.”
Feel like you’ll miss your morning latte?
Try acoffee substitutethat’s yummy and healthy like a peppermint tea or green smoothie.
You may be surprised how easy it is to kick your coffee addiction to the curb.
