The Benefits of Quitting Coffee
And how I’m doing it….
During my years of working at an office, I admit I was powered by coffee.
I used to get out of bed to make coffee just so I can make my bed and start the day. I fueled myself with coffee throughout the day and agreed with several other coworkers that I couldn’t make it through the day without it.
Years later, when I was going through menopause, I realized I was becoming dependent on coffee. Also, I noticed I had anxiety more often and my sleep was deteriorating. This wasn’t just about menopause. It was time for a lifestyle change.
It took minimal research to realize that I needed to cut back on the coffee.
Because coffee is a stimulant, it can disrupt sleep — especially if it’s consumed in the afternoon or evening. I found it easier to fall and stay asleep if I didn’t have coffee during that time.
I don’t consider myself one of those people who are prone to anxiety, but I found that coffee was stimulating my nervous system, resulting in increased heart rate, sweaty palms and irritability. Although I haven’t completely quit coffee yet, I’ve already noticed a decrease in these symptoms.
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