When does your coffee habit start to cross the line from productive and enjoyable to risky and unhealthy?
But at what point does caffeine intake can be unhealthy?
What are the signs and symptoms of too much caffeine?
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And how much is too much in a day?
TheFDAalso cited this dosage as causing no adverse effects in most adults.
However, some people could be more sensitive to caffeine’s stimulant effects.
There are no U.S. official guidelines on how much caffeine is safe for kids and teenagers.
The body also slowly builds a tolerance when caffeine is regularly consumed.
How do you keep caffeine on the safe side that boosts mental focus?
Most people’s caffeine consumption comes from coffee, tea and sodas.
Chocolate and coffee-inspired desserts contribute a small amount.
Other contributors are energy drinks and other products (like caffeinated gum) which contain added caffeine.
see to it to note the serving size and adjust the caffeine amount accordingly.
Caffeine amounts come from theUSDA’s FoodData Central.
They will also vary slightly by brand for tea and soda.
However, your age, health condition and genetics can affect how you metabolize caffeine.
If you experience these side effects when consuming caffeine, lowering your intake can help.
