Coffee is an energetic boost to start the day, it tastes great, and there’s something satisfying about that ritualistic first sip of hot coffee from your favorite mug to start the day.
Coffee isn’t bad for you – in fact, there are many health benefits linked to drinking coffee – there is such a thing as drinking too much coffee.
At the end of the day, caffeine is still a drug, and over-consuming can trigger adverse reactions in your body.
However, If you’re experiencing these three signs, maybe it’s time to cut off the excessive consumption of coffee:
1. You’re not sleeping well
Coffee is fantastic in helping you wake up in the morning or fending off fatigue in the afternoon, but the timing and amount of caffeine consumed during the day can make it harder to fall asleep, plus reduce the total amount of shut eye you get at night. Research shows that having lots of caffeine even six hours before you go to sleep can disrupt your sleep quality.
2. You’re experiencing the “laxative effect”
If you’re a regular coffee drinker, you’re probably well aware that coffee makes you poop. Caffeine is the culprit here, as your java activates your colon, increasing your need to ‘go’. According to research, drinking just two or three cups of coffee a day is enough to cause diarrhea.
3. You have the jitters
Caffeine speeds up your central nervous system. As a result, drinking more than moderate amounts of coffee—about three cups in individuals not sensitive to caffeine—can cause you to feel shaky. You may even notice nausea or feel like your heart is racing.
