How Much Coffee Is Too Much Coffee?
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24 April 2024
Is a steaming cup of coffee or tea your secret weapon for conquering the morning?
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Does that one cup hold you over, or do you find yourself reaching for more caffeine as the day goes on?
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According to scientists at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much caffeine may pose a danger to your health
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Depending on factors such as body weight, medications you may take, and individual sensitivity, “too much” can vary from person to person
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But how much caffeine should one consume?
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For healthy adults 400 milligrams a day—that's about four or five cups of coffee—as an amount not generally associated with dangerous, negative effects, according to FDA
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Certain conditions tend to make people more sensitive to caffeine's effects, as can some medications
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High caffeine doses can be risky. According to the FDA, rapid consumption of 1,200mg (0.15 tablespoons of pure caffeine) can cause seizures
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According to scientists at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), caffeine can be part of a healthy diet for most people, but too much caffeine may pose a danger to your health
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If you're used to drinking caffeine-containing beverages every day, and want to cut back, it's best to do so gradually
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