Consuming Too Much Coffee? Here’s What Happened

what no one talks about

Kelvin Stark
ILLUMINATION
3 min readMar 2, 2024

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I am going to talk to you about the impact of caffeine on our nervous system in this modern lifestyle. it’s natural to feel the need to stay alert and focused every moment. Caffeine can help with that, but it’s not always the healthiest option. caffeine enters your body through the consumption of your tea and coffee or even chocolates.

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when we consume caffeine, it enters our bloodstream and travels to our brain. where it blocks the receptors that signal tiredness. this is why we feel more awake and alert after a cup of coffee. but let me tell you. caffeine can cause crashes, leaving us feeling drained and low on our energy. once the initial effect wears off.

Side Effects Of Caffeine

this can be especially challenging for those of us who have long work hours or are trying to balance many responsibilities throughout the day. so coffee can give you an instant boost immediately, but later on, it can drain your energy. in addition to this, caffeine can also cause anxiety and nervousness, which can impact our mental and emotional health.

it can also disrupt our sleep patterns, making it harder for us to get a good night's sleep. and as we all know, lack of sleep can lead to a whole host of other challenges, from decreased productivity to a weakened immune system. but the good news is there are safe and natural alternatives to caffeine that can help us stay alert and focused without any side effects.

Alternatives To Caffeine

For Example,

ginseng is the root that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to improve physical and mental health. It can help stimulate our nervous system without causing a crash later on. several ayurvedic herbs like roasted chicory root, dandelion root, and ashwagandha can be used to make your beverages. these beverages are designed to provide a similar flavor and aroma to coffee without the caffeine.

Herbal Beverage Recipe

I will give you an herbal beverage recipe that you can consume in the place of your regular tea or coffee. to make this beverage, you will need the following

Ingredients

  1. dandelion half cup
  2. ashwagandha one teaspoon
  3. cinnamon half teaspoon
  4. Honey two teaspoon

so let’s see how to make this.

boil the water, add cinnamon powder, and add ashwagandha powder to it. now stir well and let it boil for a while. now, put the dandelion petals into an empty cup. and pour the above boiling water into these petals. let it steep for 5 to 10 minutes. now, strain the liquid and your herbal drink is ready. add honey to it as per your taste.

as modern-day individuals, it’s important to take care of our bodies and minds. and that includes being mindful of what we consume. while caffeine can be helpful in moderation. excessive consumption can lead to side effects. but by exploring natural alternatives, we can stimulate our nervous system in a safe and healthy way.

take care stay happy.

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