Many of us cannot begin our days without a cup of hot tea or coffee. Caffeine consumption, however, is fraught with ifs and buts because "it is well researched and proven that coffee is a stimulant to the central nervous system, and regular use of caffeine does cause mild physical dependence," wrote Dr Dimple Jangda, an Ayurvedic expert, on Instagram. So, if you, like us, enjoy starting the day with a cup of coffee, keep reading to learn about the three factors to consider before consuming caffeine.
"If you stop taking caffeine abruptly, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as headache, a jittery nervous system, fatigue, anxiety, irritability, depression, and difficulty concentrating." Caffeine is quickly absorbed by your body. Caffeine, which is primarily processed by the liver, can remain in the body for several hours," she explained.
"If you stop taking caffeine abruptly, you may experience withdrawal symptoms such as headache, a jumpy nervous system, fatigue, anxiety, irritability, depression, and difficulty concentrating." Caffeine is quickly absorbed by the body. Caffeine, which is primarily processed by the liver, can stay in the body for several hours," she explained.
"It has a drying effect on your intestine." "It can strip away the mucus and good fat lining in your stomach walls, causing long-term vata (dryness-related disorders) imbalances," she explained in the video. "Before you consume caffeine, eat a healthy balanced meal to line your stomach walls," Dr Dimple advised. Dr Karishma Shah, a nutritionist, previously stated that caffeine, being a diuretic, can cause dehydration as well as acidity due to its pH value — 5.
Caffeine, according to Saluja, has a direct relationship with cortisol levels (stress hormones). "So, someone who is sensitive to caffeine and takes it on an empty stomach may experience palpitations and shivers, which may lead to increased anxiety levels over time." This is because caffeine raises cortisol levels, and for someone who is already stressed, the additional cortisol levels may wreak havoc on the system."
