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Get the Truth About Caffeine

Caffeine has had it’s fair share of controversy over the years. There seems to be conflicting views on whether or not it is bad for you, if it is addictive, and how much you should consume if you do decide to partake.

According to the American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, even though caffeine is a stimulant, it is not an addicting substance. Yes, you might get a headache or become a bit grouchy if you aren’t able to have your morning cup of coffee, but there is no real physical dependence going on. If you are trying to give caffeine up completely, gradually taper off in order to avoid these unpleasant side effects.

However, unless told by your doctor, giving up caffeine completely isn’t really necessary. Taken in the correct doses (which is no more than 3 cups a day), it can make you feel happier and even improve your ability to focus. Below are a few caffeine facts that prove that the bean should be seen as a little gift from nature, instead of shied away from.

Caffeine may actually help prevent heart disease

Most people with cardiac problems stay away from caffeine at all costs. However, studies are now saying that people who drink a few cups of coffee a day have lower risk of acquiring heart disease. So, even though most people with heart related issues ban it from their diet, there really isn’t any solid evidence that caffeine can bring on a heart attack due to its stimulant effects, but drinking it regularly may keep your heart healthy.

You can drink coffee while pregnant, in moderation

I know, it seems really taboo to have a cup of Joe while expecting, but there actually isn’t much harm in having as much as 300 mg a day. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists says no more an 2 cups a day, while the National Institutes of Health says as much as 3-4 cups is fine. This means that even though you are carrying a baby in your belly, you don’t have to give up your morning cappuccino (yay!)

Coffee is a low calorie beverage

Just drinking brewed black coffee has virtually no calories. It’s when you get those blended, milk shake-like drinks or the sugary flavored lattes that you start to pile on the calories and the fat. In moderation, you shouldn’t see any weight gain when consuming your morning or afternoon beverage, but make sure you are mindful of all the whole milk and sweetener loaded into your drink. Those empty calories will end up catching up to you. 

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