Caffeine can be identified as one of the most vastly consumed substances in the day to day life of each and every individual on this planet. It is a rather bitter substance, and it can be found in tea, coffee, and cocoa and in many types of medicines. It has several advantages as well as disadvantages. The normal dosage of caffeine is 200- 400 milligrams per day. The daily consumption of 2 -4 cups of coffee can easily provide this amount.

The excessive consumption (500-600 milligrams per day) of caffeine in the forms of tea, coffee or other drinks can have various side effects including:

• The Shakes – You may feel jittery and exhausted.
• Unhealthy Sleep Pattern – Either you will not be able to sleep or you will sleep for a long time.
• Dizziness – You will feel headache or dizziness throughout the day
• Dehydration – Even if you consume caffeine in a liquid drink you can dehydrate the body.
• Addiction – You may get addicted to caffeine, so you have to take it more often
• Upset Stomach – Caffeine is one of the reasons many people deal with an upset stomach.

The list continues, but I’m sure you can see that caffeine is only good in a controlled amount. Caffeine is very powerful and can even affect the action of certain medicines and the rhythm of the heart.

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, then maybe you are consuming too much caffeine. If you decide that it is time to reduce your consumption of caffeine, you may start of slow due to the addictive attributes of caffeine.

The first step is to get a proper understanding of the amount of caffeine that you are consuming per day and determine the source. If you are don’t drink coffee, maybe you are getting caffeine in your tea, medicine, candy, or even shampoo. Caffeine can be put into many different products and some are unexpected. After you have identified the sources, start to cut down on your intake. Refraining from a late night drink can be a good start. You may choose to drink decaffeinated beverages or cut the brewing time of your coffee and tea. Sometimes it is better to drink herbal products instead of traditional beverages.

Although there are certain types of negative effects of the consumption of caffeine, there are several advantages as well. It can affect the several metabolic reactions of the body. Caffeine can stimulate the nervous system, so that a person can be alert and active. Some researches have revealed that the mind can be sharpened by the consumption of caffeine. It can be very helpful if you have to drive late at night or work early in the morning. So you don’t have to cut caffeine cold turkey. Just be mindful of the pros and cons and try control the amount of caffeine you consume on a regular basis.