We’ve all been there: one cup of coffee too many and the jitters set in.
Learning thesigns of too much caffeineand understanding your personal caffeine cutoff can serve as preventive measures.
How to counteract caffeine.
Consuming too much caffeine (namely coffee) can lead to dehydration.
Meaning, unless you’re drinking enough water to rehydrate, you’re pretty much just losing fluids.
One way to tell if coffee is dehydrating you beyond your pee color?
Move your body.
“If you have time, give a shot to work it off,” Gandhi says.
“Exercising and burning some calories might help.”
If anything, getting up and moving your body can help you release any excess energy.
Eat fiber-rich foods.
Take supplements and adaptogens.
After that, there’s no need for another cup.
Meditate or practice breathwork.
It might be hard to quiet your mind when you’re filled with caffeine.
How much caffeine is too much?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) saysanywhere below 400 mg of caffeine per day5is generally safe.
(Here: thecaffeine content of popular drinks).
Negative side effects of too much caffeine.
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Bottom line.
Hydrating, practicing stress management and mindfulness techniques, and eating fiber-rich foods are just a few recommendations.
For those looking to get ahead of the symptoms, consider microdosing your intake.
Those looking to cut back altogether?
Be mindful of these possiblewithdrawal symptoms.
