Speaking about a Cup of Coffee Health-wise

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‎ ‎When I was in school, I used to take lots of caffeine. I wanted to do very well in my exams, so while I ran my physical business during the day, I took coffee at night to help me stay awake and study. Even if I didn't graduate with a first class at the end of the day (laughs), the late-night reading helped a great deal, too.

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Even after school, I took coffee from time to time when I needed to stay awake to complete a task, but I stopped completely when I realized I was pregnant. I read it was not healthy for pregnant women, and whether it was true or not, I didn't want to do anything to jeopardize the health of my child. ‎ ‎Now that I am currently not breastfeeding, I believe I could resume the intake of my coffee again when there is a need, or when I feel like it.

There have also been so many speculations and theories about how coffee is either good or bad, what's your thoughts on this? Anyways, let's check out some published scientific publications that speak on how the intake of coffee either has an impact on our health or not. ‎ ‎Coffee is a worldwide thing, some people take it when they are about to start their day in the morning, while others take it at any time of the day. Coffee, however, does not just prevent us from sleeping, it is a central nervous system stimulant that affects the body in several ways. ‎ ‎

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Caffeine does not only exist in the coffee we take, as some medications may also contain caffeine, the presence of caffeine almost always comes with symptoms, which could be in the form of getting energetic or being withdrawn. As we consume coffee on a daily basis, our body begins to grow tolerance, other factors including body mass, age, and overall health conditions can determine how tolerant your body becomes to coffee consumption.

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Caffiene acts as a stimulant to the central nervous system, when it gets to the brain, it creates a form of alertness making one feel more awake and less tired. When caffiene is taken orally in combination with acetaminophen and aspirin, it can be used for treating migraines, caffeine is FDA approved for the treatment of migraine.
Caffeine can also be used for the improvement of breathing in premature infants. It is also given orally or through IV for the prevention of headache after surgery. Also, approved by FDA is the intake of caffeine for the relief of tension headache.

Caffeine intake orally can help increase physical health and endurance, it can also delay fatigue during exercise and athletic activities. However, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), do not permit that athletes take more than 800mg of caffeine daily.
Oral administration of caffeine to premature infants will help to reduce the risk of bronchopulmonary dysplasia. People who consume beverages that contain caffeine have also been found to have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes, but it has not been clarified that it helps with the treatment of diabetes. Some college students also say that caffeine intake has been said to improve short-term memory. On a short-term base, weight loss can be reduced through the oral intake of caffeine in combination with ephedrine.

When I first read about these several advantages that caffeine brings, it was very shocking to me, as I have always thought the only advantage of caffeine was to make me stay awake. But, just like other substances we take in, caffeine is not to be taken excessively or for a long time. Excessive caffeine intake brings headaches, especially with caffeine withdrawal, the blood vessels in the brain become used to the effect of caffeine, causing a headache. Caffeine withdrawal also causes drowsiness, anxiety, and irritability.

Although rare, it is also possible for people to overdose on caffeine, with symptoms including, vomiting, confusion, and hallucinations. With convulsion which can also happen due to an overdose, it can lead to death. Caffeine increases the amount of acid found in the stomach and may cause stomach upset or heartburn. It can cause a significant rise in blood pressure within a short period, those with high blood pressure, or irregular heart rhythm should ask their doctor before proceeding to take caffeine.

Consuming caffeine in large amounts may interfere with the metabolism and absorption of calcium, which could result in osteoporosis and muscle twitch. A pregnant woman who takes caffeine risks having the caffeine traveling through the bloodstream and crossing into the placenta, it is a stimulant and it causes the heart rate and metabolism of the baby to increase. When caffeine is taken excessively, it causes slow fetal growth and increases the chances of miscarriages. I believe the most important lesson here is to learn to take everything in moderation and if possible avoid it once your doctor advises against it.

For Further Studies.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8467199/
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/285194#benefits
https://www.healthline.com/health/caffeine-effects-on-body#Reproductive-system
https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-979/caffeine

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Hi, I am Tobi, a writer, speaker, relationship blogger, and lover of good music. I love making friends and learning from people. If you want to hear me speak about relationships and general life issues, you can find my YouTube channel, where you can watch any episode for free. Please do not forget to subscribe, friends. I sincerely appreciate every love I get from here. Kindly do well to keep them coming. ‎