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In case of having an underlying disease, a doctor should be consulted about the consumption of this drink.
14/3/2023
Some people choose coffee as a breakfast drink. Others prefer to take it during the course of the day. The truth is that regardless of the time it is ingested, caution should be exercised with the amount.
The experts of Medline Plus, website of the National Library of Medicine of the United States, point out that caffeine is not harmful but up to a maximum consumption of 400 grams per day. It should be taken into account that coffee is one of the drinks that has this substance. Therefore, its consumption should be moderate. This helps prevent conditions such as:
- Restlessness and tremors.
- Insomnia.
- Headaches.
- Dizziness.
- Fast heart rate.
- dehydration.
- Anxiety.
- Dependence, so you need to take a large amount to get the same effect.
The experts of Mayo Clinic, non-profit entity dedicated to clinical practice, education and research, point out that drinking coffee has positive effects on people’s health, when taken in moderation.
Recent research has shown a possible relationship between coffee and decreased mortality. According to experts, this drink may offer a type of protection against Parkinson’s disease, type 2 diabetes, liver disease (including liver cancer), heart attack and stroke.
Although it has positive effects, it should be noted that if you have any disease, you should consult a doctor about its consumption.
“Coffee continues to have potential risks, especially because of its high caffeine content. For example, it can temporarily increase your blood pressure. Women who are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or nursing should be careful with caffeine. High consumption of unfiltered boiled coffee has been associated with a slight increase in cholesterol levels. Mayo Clinic.
How to control caffeine consumption?
Mayo Clinic explains that a sudden decrease in caffeine consumption can lead to withdrawal signs such as headaches, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and fatigue. Although it can be a difficult task to accomplish, the entity offers some recommendations to reduce the consumption of caffeine.
- Pay attention to the amount of caffeine consumed in different foods and drinks. Check the information on the product labels.
- Reduce caffeine consumption progressively. This can be done by drinking one less cup of coffee daily or by serving the contents in a smaller container. “This will help your body get used to lower levels of caffeine and thus you can reduce the possible effects of withdrawal,” explains the non-profit entity.
- Drink decaffeinated drinks.
- Reduce the preparation time of a tea. As explained Mayo Clinic, “When you prepare a tea, do it for less time. This reduces its caffeine content. Or choose herbal teas that are caffeine free.”
Experts insist on the importance of moderating coffee consumption. For that, Better with Health, specialized health portal, offers some recommendations to consume coffee in a healthy way:
- Avoid adding milk, cream, cream or a lot of sugar to coffee to reduce the calorie intake. It is recommended to replace sugar and stevia.
- Breakfast should not be exchanged for many cups of coffee with the purpose of fooling the stomach.
- Staying hydrated can help you feel less tired and decrease your coffee intake.
- Sleep to rest well and avoid drinking coffee to have energy.
- If you feel nervous, irritable, insomnia or in a bad mood, it may be related to the consumption of this drink. The ideal is to consult a doctor to verify.
- If you suffer from hypertension, kidney problems, anemia, obesity or pregnancy, it is advisable to moderate the consumption of this drink.
- Do not drink coffee along with antidepressant medications or cigarettes. This combination can lead to headaches and high blood pressure.
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