Caffeine Detox: Why + How To Take A Break From Caffeine

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What Is Caffeine?

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And according to the The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), caffeine is considered to be both a food additive and a drug.

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Is a Caffeine Cleanse Right for You?

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You drink coffee out of habit and no longer feel increased energy after multiple cups. Many people develop a tolerance for caffeine, so you might find that you must keep increasing your caffeine intake to achieve that same boost you used to get with one cup.

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You’re having trouble falling asleep. Caffeine stays in your bloodstream for up to 10 hours. If you drink too much coffee and late into the day, it can disrupt your normal sleep patterns.

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You are extremely sluggish without caffeine. It’s easy to joke about caffeine being your blood type, but you really shouldn’t rely on any substance to the degree that you need it in order to function at a basic level.

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SWIPE UP FOR MORE On Caffeine Detox

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