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How to Deal With Caffeine Sensitivity and How to Simply Treat It

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Many of us rely on caffeine for energy throughout the day: you wake up with a cup of coffee, then another one, then you consume your can of energy drink, and you might finish your day with tea.

A consumption of 400 mg of caffeine per day (or 4 cups of coffee) should be your limit. However, we all have different bodies and if some people can take a nap after 3 cups of coffee, some others might experience headaches or nausea after their first cup.

What is caffeine sensitivity?

First, caffeine sensitivity should not be confused with caffeine allergy, which is rare and can cause hives or even swollen tongue.

Caffeine does not give you energy, but it increases adrenaline in our bodies and people with caffeine sensitivity react badly to this phenomenon. The following symptoms might be a sign of caffeine sensitivity:

  • headaches

  • anxiety and depression

  • restlessness

  • stomachaches

  • heart palpitations

  • diarrhea

  • mood swing and/or irritability

Caffeine sensitivity is different for everyone, and can change according to different factors.

Read our article: How to balance your overconsumption of caffeine with this Japanese trick


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Why are you caffeine sensitive?

Caffeine tolerance is determined by various factors. Here a non-exhaustive list of elements that can impact your sensitivity:

  • Your metabolism

  • Birth control

  • Your genes

  • Your age

  • Your sex

  • Medication

  • Pregnancy

Also, if you have been on a caffeine break, you might also experience caffeine sensitivity.

Hopefully, there are solutions to avoid suffering from caffeine sensitivity.

How to treat caffeine sensitivity?

To avoid any disadvantage related with your caffeine tolerance, you need to to adjustment in your daily routine:

  • Get quality sleep to avoid the need the caffeine (try naps if you can)

  • Get more Vitamin D

  • Prioritize your mental health

  • Exercise: try to walk at least 30 minutes a day. Regular exercise will help you improve your sleep quality

  • Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water

  • Reduce your caffeine consumption

  • Avoid certain medication

  • Avoid some vitamin supplements

  • Avoid coffee and decaffeinated coffee. Decaf coffee still contains caffeine, which can still give you symptoms mentioned above

  • Avoid caffeinated food and drinks, such as tea, energy drinks, chocolate, etc.

How to Deal With Caffeine Sensitivity and How to Simply Treat It

A healthy lifestyle and a balance of your caffeine intake will help you feel naturally energized and avoid the use of caffeine.

Sleep, healthy eating habits, and sports are often recommended for several issues. It might sound redundant and people tend to ignore these 3 elements. But surprisingly in our current society, it is not that easy to incorporate these pillars in our daily routine. Job schedules, family, and other unplanned life tasks make time management difficult and prevent us from practicing healthy habits. Scheduling your meal prep time, exercise hours and sleeping time will help you not only be more organized but also live healthier, with less stress and less need of caffeine.

What can you drink with caffeine sensitivity instead of coffee?

Despite what you might think, there are several drinks you can enjoy even with caffeine sensitivity.

1. Water

    To stay hydrated and avoid unnecessary cravings, water is one of the best options. If you have difficulties drinking plain water, you can prepare a bottle of aromatized water with cucumber, fruits or lemon. Starting your day with lemon water is said to boost your metabolism and aids digestion.

    2. Caffeine-free drinks

      There are a lot of naturally caffeine-free drinks around you: apple juice, orange juice, peppermint tea (yes!)...

      If you don’t have time to make your own juice or to infuse your drink, you should research if the drinks you are consuming are caffeine-free. This information is generally available on labels or on the brands website.

      3. Coffee alternative

        Coffee alternative is the best option if you have coffee cravings. Most of them are cereal based such as barley tea or chicory coffee, but there are also organic and rice based options such as roasted brown rice coffee.

        The best coffee alternative for caffeine sensitivity: TOMO Genshin Roasted Brown Rice Coffee

        Japanese roasted brown rice coffee or “Genshin” is a traditional drink that has been used as a folk remedy for centuries. It is called “brown rice  offee” due to its appearance similar to coffee.

        How to Deal With Caffeine Sensitivity and How to Simply Treat It

        On the nutritional side, brown rice is known to be rich in vitamins and minerals. It even contains up to 10 times more vitamin B1 than white rice.

        Naturally caffeine-free, Genshin does not disturb your sleep and it has no diuretic effect. This Japanese drink helps to warm your body in order to boost your immune system.

        Conclusion

        Caffeine sensitivity is different for everyone, and can change according to different factors. Headaches, heart palpitations and insomnia are among the most common symptoms. To treat caffeine sensitivity, you decrease your caffeine intake with caffeine-free coffee alternatives like Genshin coffee and be careful about your daily routine and habits.

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