Recognize the Impact of Too Much Consumption of Caffeine

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Caffeine intake is usually obtained from consumption of coffee, tea, soft drinks, or energy drinks. The goal is to improve cognitive function and improve a bad mood. Caffeine is beneficial for health if consumed properly. However, with the proliferation of local coffee shops serving delicious coffee at affordable prices, not a few people who are still at 2 in the afternoon have sipped coffee. As a result, unwittingly have consumed coffee excessively.

If that's the case, caffeine intake into the body also increases. Then, what are the effects of consuming too much caffeine?

"Caffeine is a substance that can stimulate the central nervous system, so that large amounts can cause interference to the body, such as heart rhythm disorders. The deadly level of caffeine according to the study is around 5-10 grams for a healthy adult, "said Dr. Astrid Wulan Kusumoastuti from KlikDokter.

As an illustration, a glass of black coffee that you usually buy from a coffee shop usually has caffeine content of around 200-300 mg. With this amount, you need to drink 15-30 glasses of coffee in a short time to reach a dangerous dose of caffeine.

The impact of consuming too much caffeine

Most adults do not feel the effects of caffeine poisoning if they consume less than 250 mg (about 2.5 cups of coffee) per day. You can feel the impact if you consume it outside the recommended limit, which is 400 mg per day. The stimulant nature of caffeine can increase blood pressure and heart rate. Too much caffeine can cause "anxiety due to caffeine", which is feeling nervous and worried. If you consume more, you might become irritable, lack of sleep, trigger anxiety, and cause diarrhea.

Reporting from Very Well Fit, other side effects that might occur include:

  • Headache
  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Frequent urination
  • Unable to resist urination (incontinence)
  • Stomach ache
  • Heart beat fast
  • Muscle cramps

Caffeine is diuretic. So, if you consume too much caffeinated drinks, you can be threatened with dehydration. However, the researchers found that the body will adapt to caffeine intake, so drinking caffeinated drinks will not increase your need to drink water.

Also be aware of products such as caffeine pills or powders that promise an instant energy boost. Products like this can contribute to large doses of caffeine in a short time. People with certain medical conditions can be more susceptible to the negative effects of too much caffeine.

The amount of caffeine that is safe for consumption

First of all, you need to know whether you have sensitivity to caffeine or not. The medicines you consume are also worth considering. Caffeine can affect the absorption of drugs and interact with certain drugs. The recommended recommended amount of caffeine is:

For the general population

According to Dr. Astrid, safe levels for healthy adults are around 400 mg per day. While the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children aged 12-18 do not consume more than 100 mg of caffeine per day.

For pregnant women or nursing mothers

Pregnant women or nursing mothers should limit, or even stop consuming caffeine. Because, this can be a problem for the fetus or baby because the metabolism is not perfect. There is evidence that caffeine consumption during pregnancy can cause problems in babies born. The American College of Obstreticians and Gynecologists recommend moderate amounts of caffeine during pregnancy — that is, less than 200 mg per day.

For children

Food Standards Australia New Zealand states, currently there are no health-based guidelines for caffeine. However, they concluded from 2,000 literature that there is evidence of increasing degrees of anxiety in children who consume caffeine at doses above 3 mg per kilogram of body weight per day. For children aged 5-12 years, they were found to have increased anxiety at a dose of 95 mg of caffeine per day. This amount is equivalent to two cans of carbonated drinks or exceeding a little of one cup of instant coffee.

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also does not have a guide to the amount of caffeine consumption for children. However, many countries agree that children aged 4-6 years should not consume more than 45 mg of caffeine per day (about 350 ml of carbonated drinks).

Caffeine can indeed bring various benefits if consumed in the right portion. However, there will be an adverse effect on the body if consumed in excess. To prevent this, reduce and limit the consumption of caffeine, which is no more than 400 mg per day in healthy adults. If you have a medical condition or take certain drugs, you should consult your doctor about the safe amount of caffeine consumption.

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