A lot of people, especially ad
ults, really enjoy drinking coffee. Why not? It has this relaxing aroma, that rich flavor, power packed with energy and anti-oxidants that help promote health and wellbeing. It not only keeps dad awake and alert at work, but it also keeps mom’s face wrinkle free and filled with energy as she goes about with her daily chores. But some issues on limiting the amount of coffee intake is going around and many are wondering whether too much coffee may really be harmful to our health.
What’s in coffee anyway? What could possibly cause harm to us? The answer: caffeine. Research shows that average adults show no bad effects after taking a dose of 200 to 300 milligrams of caffeine, which is equivalent to 3-4 cups of coffee. Drinking more than this amount may guarantee you experience one of these symptoms:
- Nervousness (mild to moderate)
- Restlessness and irritability
- Stomach upset and hyper acidity
- Muscle tremors
- Insomnia
- Unstable heart beat
Over the past years, research has proven that too much coffee is contraindicated to some medical conditions. Make sure to take your coffee in moderation and other caffeine containing food for that matter. You wouldn’t want to end up in a hospital undergoing a phlebotomy to confirm any preexisting medical conditions lying dormant in your body.
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