May 26th, 2015
About 90% of adults consume caffeine in one or another daily. Most common caffeinated drinks include tea and coffee. Most of us need these caffeinated beverages to kick-start our day, for we believe caffeine improves our mood. Since it injects adrenaline into our system, caffeine is a metabolism and energy booster for the body.
Certain elements in caffeine offer beneficial effects.
True, caffeine has a plenty of benefits, but it does not mean that all is good about it. Caffeine doesn’t become a problem unless excessive amounts are consumed. Researchers suggest moderate doses of caffeine for adults. However, consuming more than 500 to 600 mg a day can be too much for the body, which could cause:
Not only this, caffeine is addictive and quitting can cause all sorts of withdrawal symptoms. It also interacts with a few psychiatric, depression, and thyroid drugs. Caffeine is also linked to high sugar levels and blood pressure problems. It is important for post-menopausal women to keep a check on their caffeine intake, as excess consumption could cause spinal bone loss.
For people with frequent stomach problems, caffeine risks making matters worse, as it is highly acidic and can cause irritation in the gastrointestinal tract. It relaxes the sphincter muscles in the stomach, which are otherwise responsible for keeping stomach acid from entering the esophagus.
All in all, moderate consumption of caffeine is considered safe for adults, but raising the intake could prove detrimental to health in the long run and cause all sorts of problems.
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