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Calculated Shard: 51 (from laksa158)

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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa051.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.eatthis.com/signs-drinking-too-much-coffee/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.eatthis.com/signs-drinking-too-much-coffee/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/signs-drinking-too-much-coffee\/","crawl_time":1775437913,"first_indexed_time":1588976467,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,eatthis!www,\/signs-drinking-too-much-coffee\/ s443","src_root_hash":"6678407755051667851","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"What Happens When You're Drinking Too Much Coffee — Eat This Not That","meta_descriptions":["You might find yourself brewing up a lot of coffee thoughout the day, but are you drinking too much coffee? Here's how your body warns you."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"If you find yourself sipping on more cups of Joe at home lately, you're not alone. But there are effects of drinking too much.\nWith most of the world\nstill spending a ton of time at home\n, you might be drinking more coffee than you ever have before—throughout the entire day instead of just the morning. But is there such a thing as drinking too much coffee?\nAccording to a\nStatista survey\nof over 800 American coffee drinkers, 29 percent of respondents consumed an average of two cups of coffee per day at home. While that seems like a reasonable amount, not everyone limits themselves to just two cups. In fact, a larger\n36 percent of respondents consume more than 3 cups per day\n, with 9 percent of coffee drinkers drinking 6 or more cups. So what does the caffeine content look for something like that?\nWith roughly\n95 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup\n, you’d be consuming 570 milligrams of caffeine per day if you had 6 cups of coffee. If your “cup” of coffee is more like the standard 12-ounce serving you get at coffee shops, you’re actually looking at consuming over 850 milligrams of caffeine daily.\nWhile there are\nbenefits of moderate coffee consumption\n,\nresearch\nshows that drinking between 500 to 600 milligrams of caffeine (four to seven cups of coffee) and more can pose a health risk—and is actually considered abuse. Sustained abuse can lead to a condition known as “caffeinism,” which can cause restlessness, anxiety, irritability, agitation, muscle tremors, insomnia, headaches, cardiovascular symptoms (e.g. tachycardia, arrhythmia), and gastrointestinal complaints (e.g. nausea).\n“An average of\n400 milligrams of caffeine\n, or roughly the amount in four cups of coffee is generally safe for most adults. While drinking moderate amounts of coffee throughout the day is generally not harmful for your health, there are some aspects to be aware of if you are increasing your coffee intake,” says\nPatricia Bannan\n, MS, RDN, nationally recognized nutritionist and healthy eating expert.\nSo what exactly are the signs you might be sipping on a little too much coffee? We rounded up the evidence for you. And in case you were wondering, here’s exactly\nWhat Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking Coffee\n.\nYou’re starting to develop unwanted symptoms.\nShutterstock\nIf you’re starting to feel an onslaught of unpleasant feelings, don’t think you’re suddenly falling ill. There’s a good chance it’s all thanks to\nthe amount of caffeine\nyou’re getting from all the coffee you’re drinking.\n“Higher amounts of caffeine intake can cause certain unwanted symptoms such as headaches, fast heartbeat, or irritability,” says Bannan. “If you experience any of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to cut back on how much coffee you are drinking.”\nYou’re not sleeping well.\nShutterstock\nIf you’ve suddenly started sipping on coffee later in the evening and then find yourself\nnot able to enjoy a solid night’s sleep\n, you might want to rethink your coffee consumption habits.\n“Drinking coffee too close to bedtime, or using it to compensate for not getting enough sleep can impact your overall sleep pattern, and thus your health overall,” Bannan says. “Caffeine can stay in your body for up to three to five hours, so drinking an afternoon cup can still affect your sleep once bedtime comes.\nOne study\nfound that drinking the equivalent of a double espresso can delay your circadian rhythm by 40 minutes.”\nMaking sure you sleep enough each night is crucial as “getting enough quality sleep each night can help reduce the risk of diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure,” according to Bannan.\n“If you still want to enjoy a cup of coffee later in the day, it may be helpful to switch to decaf once the afternoon hits or an herbal tea instead. Opt for a cup of white or green tea, which both have\nlower amounts of caffeine\nthan coffee,” she says.\nYou don’t have as much energy.\nShutterstock\nYou might be turning to coffee for as the main pick-me-up, but it could actually be draining you of your energy. See, if you keep turning to coffee for that burst of energy (thanks to the caffeine), it—as you already learned—messes with your sleep schedule, so you’ll wake up feeling more tired. This then continues the cycle, and you’ll end up feeling less energized throughout the day.\nYou’re suffering from heartburn.\nShutterstock\nCoffee is one of those drinks that is acidic, so it can irritate the lining of your gut and\ncause heartburn\n. If you’re already someone who deals with\nacid reflux\nand you’re drinking more coffee throughout the day, it could be the culprit behind the surge in heartburn.\nYou have an upset stomach.\nShutterstock\nAlong with heartburn, any stomach aches or nausea you’re experiencing could be because of all the coffee you’re drinking, especially if\nyou’re drinking it all on an empty stomach\n.\nYou’re more stressed.\nShutterstock\nIt’s understandable that you’re feeling more stress right now, but the large cups of coffee you’re downing all day might just be making it worse. See, thanks to—you guessed it—all that caffeine,\ncortisol levels\n(aka the body’s main stress hormone)\ncould be rising\n. And along with reducing your coffee consumption, we have plenty of other\neasy ways to lower cortisol levels so you don’t feel as stressed\n.\nYou’re dehydrated.\nShutterstock\nIf you find yourself feeling more thirsty with the more coffee you’re drinking, there is a connection there! According to a \nFrench study\n, caffeine has a diuretic effect, which can impact hydration. You would have to be drinking a large amount of coffee to get to this point though, as\nanother study\nshows that moderate caffeine consumption (that baseline of four cups) doesn’t impact your risk of dehydration. If you are\ndrinking tons of coffee to the point that you are experiencing dehydration\nthough, be sure to swap some of those cups for some water.","attrs_markdown":"[Skip to content](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/signs-drinking-too-much-coffee\/#main-content)\n\n- [News](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/tag\/news\/)\n- [Healthy Eating](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/healthy-eating\/)\n- [Groceries](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/supermarkets\/)\n- [Weight Loss](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/weight-loss\/)\n- [Restaurants](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/restaurants\/)\n- [Recipes](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/recipes\/)\n- [Drinks](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/drink-this-not-that\/)\n- [Mind + Body](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/mind-body\/)\n\n- [The Books](https:\/\/www.galvanizedbooks.com\/)\n- [The Newsletter](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/newsletters\/)\n\n- [About Us](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/about-eat-this-not-that\/)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/contact-us\/)\n\n### Follow us:\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Eat-This-Not-That\/123452516277 \"Facebook\")\n- [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eatthisnotthat\/ \"Instagram\")\n- [TikTok](https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@_eatthisnotthat \"TikTok\")\n- [Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/eatthisnotthat\/ \"Pinterest\")\n\n- [News](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/tag\/news\/)\n- [Healthy Eating](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/healthy-eating\/)\n- [Groceries](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/supermarkets\/)\n- [Weight Loss](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/weight-loss\/)\n- [Restaurants](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/restaurants\/)\n- [Recipes](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/recipes\/)\n- [Drinks](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/drink-this-not-that\/)\n- [Mind + Body](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/mind-body\/)\n\n- [The Books](https:\/\/www.galvanizedbooks.com\/)\n- [The Newsletter](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/newsletters\/)\n\n- [About Us](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/about-eat-this-not-that\/)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/contact-us\/)\n\n### Follow us:\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/Eat-This-Not-That\/123452516277 \"Facebook\")\n- [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eatthisnotthat\/ \"Instagram\")\n- [TikTok](https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@_eatthisnotthat \"TikTok\")\n- [Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/eatthisnotthat\/ \"Pinterest\")\n\n×\n\nThis content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy.\n\n[Our team](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/expert-advisors\/) of licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest.\n\nWe are committed to bringing you researched, expert-driven content to help you make more informed decisions around food, health, and wellness. We know how important making choices about your overall health is, and we strive to provide you with the best information possible.\n\n[Home](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/) \/ [Healthy Eating](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/healthy-eating\/) \/ 7 Warning Signs You're Drinking Too Much Coffee\n\n# 7 Warning Signs You’re Drinking Too Much Coffee\n\n![Tired woman working at her desk drinking too much coffee](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/05\/tired-woman-overworked-drinking-too-much-coffee-desk.jpg?quality=82&strip=1)\n\nShutterstock\n\nEvidence-Based\n\nIf you find yourself sipping on more cups of Joe at home lately, you're not alone. But there are effects of drinking too much.\n\n[![Avatar for Jennifer Maldonado](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/01\/jen-maldonado-eat-this-not-that-editor-author.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=96)](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/author\/jennifer-maldonado\/)\n\nBy [Jennifer Maldonado](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/author\/jennifer-maldonado\/ \"Posts by Jennifer Maldonado\")\n\nOctober 29, 2020\n\nWith most of the world [still spending a ton of time at home](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/healthy-tips-coronavirus-quarantine\/), you might be drinking more coffee than you ever have before—throughout the entire day instead of just the morning. But is there such a thing as drinking too much coffee?\n\nAccording to a [Statista survey](https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/250230\/americans-daily-coffee-consumption\/) of over 800 American coffee drinkers, 29 percent of respondents consumed an average of two cups of coffee per day at home. While that seems like a reasonable amount, not everyone limits themselves to just two cups. In fact, a larger **36 percent of respondents consume more than 3 cups per day**, with 9 percent of coffee drinkers drinking 6 or more cups. So what does the caffeine content look for something like that?\n\nWith roughly **[95 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup](https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/789337\/nutrients)**, you’d be consuming 570 milligrams of caffeine per day if you had 6 cups of coffee. If your “cup” of coffee is more like the standard 12-ounce serving you get at coffee shops, you’re actually looking at consuming over 850 milligrams of caffeine daily.\n\nWhile there are [benefits of moderate coffee consumption](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/coffee-benefits\/), [research](https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12519715\/) shows that drinking between 500 to 600 milligrams of caffeine (four to seven cups of coffee) and more can pose a health risk—and is actually considered abuse. Sustained abuse can lead to a condition known as “caffeinism,” which can cause restlessness, anxiety, irritability, agitation, muscle tremors, insomnia, headaches, cardiovascular symptoms (e.g. tachycardia, arrhythmia), and gastrointestinal complaints (e.g. nausea).\n\n“An average of [400 milligrams of caffeine](https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/caffeine\/art-20045678), or roughly the amount in four cups of coffee is generally safe for most adults. While drinking moderate amounts of coffee throughout the day is generally not harmful for your health, there are some aspects to be aware of if you are increasing your coffee intake,” says [Patricia Bannan](https:\/\/www.patriciabannan.com\/), MS, RDN, nationally recognized nutritionist and healthy eating expert.\n\nSo what exactly are the signs you might be sipping on a little too much coffee? We rounded up the evidence for you. And in case you were wondering, here’s exactly [What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking Coffee](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/stop-drinking-coffee\/).\n\n## You’re starting to develop unwanted symptoms.\n![Tired young African man using laptop while sitting at the table on a sunny morning.Concept of people working hard home](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/04\/fatigued-tired-man-headache-working-home-laptop.jpg)\n\n![Tired young African man using laptop while sitting at the table on a sunny morning.Concept of people working hard home](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/04\/fatigued-tired-man-headache-working-home-laptop.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you’re starting to feel an onslaught of unpleasant feelings, don’t think you’re suddenly falling ill. There’s a good chance it’s all thanks to [the amount of caffeine](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/too-much-caffeine\/) you’re getting from all the coffee you’re drinking.\n\n“Higher amounts of caffeine intake can cause certain unwanted symptoms such as headaches, fast heartbeat, or irritability,” says Bannan. “If you experience any of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to cut back on how much coffee you are drinking.”\n\n[Sign up for our newsletter to get daily recipes and food news in your inbox](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/newsletters\/)\\!\n\n## You’re not sleeping well.\n![Sleepless woman awake and covering face in the middle of the night](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/07\/woman-insomnia-sleep.jpg)\n\n![Sleepless woman awake and covering face in the middle of the night](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/07\/woman-insomnia-sleep.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you’ve suddenly started sipping on coffee later in the evening and then find yourself [not able to enjoy a solid night’s sleep](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/cant-sleep-worst-foods\/), you might want to rethink your coffee consumption habits.\n\n“Drinking coffee too close to bedtime, or using it to compensate for not getting enough sleep can impact your overall sleep pattern, and thus your health overall,” Bannan says. “Caffeine can stay in your body for up to three to five hours, so drinking an afternoon cup can still affect your sleep once bedtime comes. [One study](https:\/\/stm.sciencemag.org\/content\/7\/305\/305ra146) found that drinking the equivalent of a double espresso can delay your circadian rhythm by 40 minutes.”\n\nMaking sure you sleep enough each night is crucial as “getting enough quality sleep each night can help reduce the risk of diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure,” according to Bannan.\n\n“If you still want to enjoy a cup of coffee later in the day, it may be helpful to switch to decaf once the afternoon hits or an herbal tea instead. Opt for a cup of white or green tea, which both have [lower amounts of caffeine](https:\/\/www.garfieldmedicalcenter.com\/GMC-Blog\/2016\/October\/Different-Types-of-Tea-and-Caffeine-Content.aspx) than coffee,” she says.\n\n## You don’t have as much energy.\n![Young exhausted,depressed,concentrated woman sitting in her room or office with french windows in the dark at the lamp](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/03\/tired-woman-working-home-night-laptop.jpg)\n\n![Young exhausted,depressed,concentrated woman sitting in her room or office with french windows in the dark at the lamp](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/03\/tired-woman-working-home-night-laptop.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nYou might be turning to coffee for as the main pick-me-up, but it could actually be draining you of your energy. See, if you keep turning to coffee for that burst of energy (thanks to the caffeine), it—as you already learned—messes with your sleep schedule, so you’ll wake up feeling more tired. This then continues the cycle, and you’ll end up feeling less energized throughout the day.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e\n\n## You’re suffering from heartburn.\n![Gastroesophageal reflux disease,Woman having or symptomatic reflux acids](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/08\/heartburn-acid-reflux.jpg)\n\n![Gastroesophageal reflux disease,Woman having or symptomatic reflux acids](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/08\/heartburn-acid-reflux.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nCoffee is one of those drinks that is acidic, so it can irritate the lining of your gut and [cause heartburn](https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/10499460). If you’re already someone who deals with [acid reflux](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/foods-and-acid-reflux\/) and you’re drinking more coffee throughout the day, it could be the culprit behind the surge in heartburn.\n\n## You have an upset stomach.\n![stomach pain](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/05\/stomach-pain.jpg)\n\n![stomach pain](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/05\/stomach-pain.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nAlong with heartburn, any stomach aches or nausea you’re experiencing could be because of all the coffee you’re drinking, especially if [you’re drinking it all on an empty stomach](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/expert-advice-about-coffee\/).\n\n## You’re more stressed.\n![Tired woman working at her desk drinking too much coffee](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/05\/tired-woman-overworked-drinking-too-much-coffee-desk.jpg)\n\n![Tired woman working at her desk drinking too much coffee](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/05\/tired-woman-overworked-drinking-too-much-coffee-desk.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIt’s understandable that you’re feeling more stress right now, but the large cups of coffee you’re downing all day might just be making it worse. See, thanks to—you guessed it—all that caffeine, [cortisol levels](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/lower-cortisol\/) (aka the body’s main stress hormone) could be rising. And along with reducing your coffee consumption, we have plenty of other [easy ways to lower cortisol levels so you don’t feel as stressed](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/lower-cortisol\/).\n\n## You’re dehydrated.\n![with closed eyes drinking clean mineral water close up, young woman holding glass](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/02\/thirsty-woman-glass-water-dehydrated.jpg)\n\n![with closed eyes drinking clean mineral water close up, young woman holding glass](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/02\/thirsty-woman-glass-water-dehydrated.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you find yourself feeling more thirsty with the more coffee you’re drinking, there is a connection there! According to a [French study](https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/27225921), caffeine has a diuretic effect, which can impact hydration. You would have to be drinking a large amount of coffee to get to this point though, as [another study](https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3886980\/) shows that moderate caffeine consumption (that baseline of four cups) doesn’t impact your risk of dehydration. If you are [drinking tons of coffee to the point that you are experiencing dehydration](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/tea-coffee-dehydrating\/) though, be sure to swap some of those cups for some water.\n\nJennifer Maldonado\n\nJennifer Maldonado is a senior editor at Eat This, Not That!, specializing in food and health content. 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All Rights Reserved. Eat This Not That is part of the People Inc. Publishing Family","attrs_readable_markdown":"If you find yourself sipping on more cups of Joe at home lately, you're not alone. But there are effects of drinking too much.\n\nWith most of the world [still spending a ton of time at home](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/healthy-tips-coronavirus-quarantine\/), you might be drinking more coffee than you ever have before—throughout the entire day instead of just the morning. But is there such a thing as drinking too much coffee?\n\nAccording to a [Statista survey](https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/250230\/americans-daily-coffee-consumption\/) of over 800 American coffee drinkers, 29 percent of respondents consumed an average of two cups of coffee per day at home. While that seems like a reasonable amount, not everyone limits themselves to just two cups. In fact, a larger **36 percent of respondents consume more than 3 cups per day**, with 9 percent of coffee drinkers drinking 6 or more cups. So what does the caffeine content look for something like that?\n\nWith roughly **[95 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup](https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/789337\/nutrients)**, you’d be consuming 570 milligrams of caffeine per day if you had 6 cups of coffee. If your “cup” of coffee is more like the standard 12-ounce serving you get at coffee shops, you’re actually looking at consuming over 850 milligrams of caffeine daily.\n\nWhile there are [benefits of moderate coffee consumption](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/coffee-benefits\/), [research](https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12519715\/) shows that drinking between 500 to 600 milligrams of caffeine (four to seven cups of coffee) and more can pose a health risk—and is actually considered abuse. Sustained abuse can lead to a condition known as “caffeinism,” which can cause restlessness, anxiety, irritability, agitation, muscle tremors, insomnia, headaches, cardiovascular symptoms (e.g. tachycardia, arrhythmia), and gastrointestinal complaints (e.g. nausea).\n\n“An average of [400 milligrams of caffeine](https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/caffeine\/art-20045678), or roughly the amount in four cups of coffee is generally safe for most adults. While drinking moderate amounts of coffee throughout the day is generally not harmful for your health, there are some aspects to be aware of if you are increasing your coffee intake,” says [Patricia Bannan](https:\/\/www.patriciabannan.com\/), MS, RDN, nationally recognized nutritionist and healthy eating expert.\n\nSo what exactly are the signs you might be sipping on a little too much coffee? We rounded up the evidence for you. And in case you were wondering, here’s exactly [What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking Coffee](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/stop-drinking-coffee\/).\n\n## You’re starting to develop unwanted symptoms.\n![Tired young African man using laptop while sitting at the table on a sunny morning.Concept of people working hard home](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/04\/fatigued-tired-man-headache-working-home-laptop.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you’re starting to feel an onslaught of unpleasant feelings, don’t think you’re suddenly falling ill. There’s a good chance it’s all thanks to [the amount of caffeine](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/too-much-caffeine\/) you’re getting from all the coffee you’re drinking.\n\n“Higher amounts of caffeine intake can cause certain unwanted symptoms such as headaches, fast heartbeat, or irritability,” says Bannan. “If you experience any of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to cut back on how much coffee you are drinking.”\n\n## You’re not sleeping well.\n![Sleepless woman awake and covering face in the middle of the night](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/07\/woman-insomnia-sleep.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you’ve suddenly started sipping on coffee later in the evening and then find yourself [not able to enjoy a solid night’s sleep](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/cant-sleep-worst-foods\/), you might want to rethink your coffee consumption habits.\n\n“Drinking coffee too close to bedtime, or using it to compensate for not getting enough sleep can impact your overall sleep pattern, and thus your health overall,” Bannan says. “Caffeine can stay in your body for up to three to five hours, so drinking an afternoon cup can still affect your sleep once bedtime comes. [One study](https:\/\/stm.sciencemag.org\/content\/7\/305\/305ra146) found that drinking the equivalent of a double espresso can delay your circadian rhythm by 40 minutes.”\n\nMaking sure you sleep enough each night is crucial as “getting enough quality sleep each night can help reduce the risk of diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure,” according to Bannan.\n\n“If you still want to enjoy a cup of coffee later in the day, it may be helpful to switch to decaf once the afternoon hits or an herbal tea instead. Opt for a cup of white or green tea, which both have [lower amounts of caffeine](https:\/\/www.garfieldmedicalcenter.com\/GMC-Blog\/2016\/October\/Different-Types-of-Tea-and-Caffeine-Content.aspx) than coffee,” she says.\n\n## You don’t have as much energy.\n![Young exhausted,depressed,concentrated woman sitting in her room or office with french windows in the dark at the lamp](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/03\/tired-woman-working-home-night-laptop.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nYou might be turning to coffee for as the main pick-me-up, but it could actually be draining you of your energy. See, if you keep turning to coffee for that burst of energy (thanks to the caffeine), it—as you already learned—messes with your sleep schedule, so you’ll wake up feeling more tired. This then continues the cycle, and you’ll end up feeling less energized throughout the day.\n\n## You’re suffering from heartburn.\n![Gastroesophageal reflux disease,Woman having or symptomatic reflux acids](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2019\/08\/heartburn-acid-reflux.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nCoffee is one of those drinks that is acidic, so it can irritate the lining of your gut and [cause heartburn](https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/10499460). If you’re already someone who deals with [acid reflux](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/foods-and-acid-reflux\/) and you’re drinking more coffee throughout the day, it could be the culprit behind the surge in heartburn.\n\n## You have an upset stomach.\n![stomach pain](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/05\/stomach-pain.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nAlong with heartburn, any stomach aches or nausea you’re experiencing could be because of all the coffee you’re drinking, especially if [you’re drinking it all on an empty stomach](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/expert-advice-about-coffee\/).\n\n## You’re more stressed.\n![Tired woman working at her desk drinking too much coffee](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/05\/tired-woman-overworked-drinking-too-much-coffee-desk.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIt’s understandable that you’re feeling more stress right now, but the large cups of coffee you’re downing all day might just be making it worse. See, thanks to—you guessed it—all that caffeine, [cortisol levels](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/lower-cortisol\/) (aka the body’s main stress hormone) could be rising. And along with reducing your coffee consumption, we have plenty of other [easy ways to lower cortisol levels so you don’t feel as stressed](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/lower-cortisol\/).\n\n## You’re dehydrated.\n![with closed eyes drinking clean mineral water close up, young woman holding glass](https:\/\/www.eatthis.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2020\/02\/thirsty-woman-glass-water-dehydrated.jpg)\n\nShutterstock\n\nIf you find yourself feeling more thirsty with the more coffee you’re drinking, there is a connection there! According to a [French study](https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/27225921), caffeine has a diuretic effect, which can impact hydration. 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Boilerpipe Text	If you find yourself sipping on more cups of Joe at home lately, you're not alone. But there are effects of drinking too much. With most of the world still spending a ton of time at home , you might be drinking more coffee than you ever have before—throughout the entire day instead of just the morning. But is there such a thing as drinking too much coffee? According to a Statista survey of over 800 American coffee drinkers, 29 percent of respondents consumed an average of two cups of coffee per day at home. While that seems like a reasonable amount, not everyone limits themselves to just two cups. In fact, a larger 36 percent of respondents consume more than 3 cups per day , with 9 percent of coffee drinkers drinking 6 or more cups. So what does the caffeine content look for something like that? With roughly 95 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup , you’d be consuming 570 milligrams of caffeine per day if you had 6 cups of coffee. If your “cup” of coffee is more like the standard 12-ounce serving you get at coffee shops, you’re actually looking at consuming over 850 milligrams of caffeine daily. While there are benefits of moderate coffee consumption , research shows that drinking between 500 to 600 milligrams of caffeine (four to seven cups of coffee) and more can pose a health risk—and is actually considered abuse. Sustained abuse can lead to a condition known as “caffeinism,” which can cause restlessness, anxiety, irritability, agitation, muscle tremors, insomnia, headaches, cardiovascular symptoms (e.g. tachycardia, arrhythmia), and gastrointestinal complaints (e.g. nausea). “An average of 400 milligrams of caffeine , or roughly the amount in four cups of coffee is generally safe for most adults. While drinking moderate amounts of coffee throughout the day is generally not harmful for your health, there are some aspects to be aware of if you are increasing your coffee intake,” says Patricia Bannan , MS, RDN, nationally recognized nutritionist and healthy eating expert. So what exactly are the signs you might be sipping on a little too much coffee? We rounded up the evidence for you. And in case you were wondering, here’s exactly What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking Coffee . You’re starting to develop unwanted symptoms. Shutterstock If you’re starting to feel an onslaught of unpleasant feelings, don’t think you’re suddenly falling ill. There’s a good chance it’s all thanks to the amount of caffeine you’re getting from all the coffee you’re drinking. “Higher amounts of caffeine intake can cause certain unwanted symptoms such as headaches, fast heartbeat, or irritability,” says Bannan. “If you experience any of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to cut back on how much coffee you are drinking.” You’re not sleeping well. Shutterstock If you’ve suddenly started sipping on coffee later in the evening and then find yourself not able to enjoy a solid night’s sleep , you might want to rethink your coffee consumption habits. “Drinking coffee too close to bedtime, or using it to compensate for not getting enough sleep can impact your overall sleep pattern, and thus your health overall,” Bannan says. “Caffeine can stay in your body for up to three to five hours, so drinking an afternoon cup can still affect your sleep once bedtime comes. One study found that drinking the equivalent of a double espresso can delay your circadian rhythm by 40 minutes.” Making sure you sleep enough each night is crucial as “getting enough quality sleep each night can help reduce the risk of diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure,” according to Bannan. “If you still want to enjoy a cup of coffee later in the day, it may be helpful to switch to decaf once the afternoon hits or an herbal tea instead. Opt for a cup of white or green tea, which both have lower amounts of caffeine than coffee,” she says. You don’t have as much energy. Shutterstock You might be turning to coffee for as the main pick-me-up, but it could actually be draining you of your energy. See, if you keep turning to coffee for that burst of energy (thanks to the caffeine), it—as you already learned—messes with your sleep schedule, so you’ll wake up feeling more tired. This then continues the cycle, and you’ll end up feeling less energized throughout the day. You’re suffering from heartburn. Shutterstock Coffee is one of those drinks that is acidic, so it can irritate the lining of your gut and cause heartburn . If you’re already someone who deals with acid reflux and you’re drinking more coffee throughout the day, it could be the culprit behind the surge in heartburn. You have an upset stomach. Shutterstock Along with heartburn, any stomach aches or nausea you’re experiencing could be because of all the coffee you’re drinking, especially if you’re drinking it all on an empty stomach . You’re more stressed. Shutterstock It’s understandable that you’re feeling more stress right now, but the large cups of coffee you’re downing all day might just be making it worse. See, thanks to—you guessed it—all that caffeine, cortisol levels (aka the body’s main stress hormone) could be rising . And along with reducing your coffee consumption, we have plenty of other easy ways to lower cortisol levels so you don’t feel as stressed . You’re dehydrated. Shutterstock If you find yourself feeling more thirsty with the more coffee you’re drinking, there is a connection there! According to a French study , caffeine has a diuretic effect, which can impact hydration. You would have to be drinking a large amount of coffee to get to this point though, as another study shows that moderate caffeine consumption (that baseline of four cups) doesn’t impact your risk of dehydration. If you are drinking tons of coffee to the point that you are experiencing dehydration though, be sure to swap some of those cups for some water.
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[![Avatar for Jennifer Maldonado](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/01/jen-maldonado-eat-this-not-that-editor-author.jpg?quality=82&strip=all&w=96)](https://www.eatthis.com/author/jennifer-maldonado/) By [Jennifer Maldonado](https://www.eatthis.com/author/jennifer-maldonado/ "Posts by Jennifer Maldonado") October 29, 2020 With most of the world [still spending a ton of time at home](https://www.eatthis.com/healthy-tips-coronavirus-quarantine/), you might be drinking more coffee than you ever have before—throughout the entire day instead of just the morning. But is there such a thing as drinking too much coffee? According to a [Statista survey](https://www.statista.com/statistics/250230/americans-daily-coffee-consumption/) of over 800 American coffee drinkers, 29 percent of respondents consumed an average of two cups of coffee per day at home. While that seems like a reasonable amount, not everyone limits themselves to just two cups. In fact, a larger 36 percent of respondents consume more than 3 cups per day, with 9 percent of coffee drinkers drinking 6 or more cups. So what does the caffeine content look for something like that? With roughly [95 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup](https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/789337/nutrients), you’d be consuming 570 milligrams of caffeine per day if you had 6 cups of coffee. If your “cup” of coffee is more like the standard 12-ounce serving you get at coffee shops, you’re actually looking at consuming over 850 milligrams of caffeine daily. While there are [benefits of moderate coffee consumption](https://www.eatthis.com/coffee-benefits/), [research](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12519715/) shows that drinking between 500 to 600 milligrams of caffeine (four to seven cups of coffee) and more can pose a health risk—and is actually considered abuse. Sustained abuse can lead to a condition known as “caffeinism,” which can cause restlessness, anxiety, irritability, agitation, muscle tremors, insomnia, headaches, cardiovascular symptoms (e.g. tachycardia, arrhythmia), and gastrointestinal complaints (e.g. nausea). “An average of [400 milligrams of caffeine](https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/caffeine/art-20045678), or roughly the amount in four cups of coffee is generally safe for most adults. While drinking moderate amounts of coffee throughout the day is generally not harmful for your health, there are some aspects to be aware of if you are increasing your coffee intake,” says [Patricia Bannan](https://www.patriciabannan.com/), MS, RDN, nationally recognized nutritionist and healthy eating expert. So what exactly are the signs you might be sipping on a little too much coffee? We rounded up the evidence for you. And in case you were wondering, here’s exactly [What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking Coffee](https://www.eatthis.com/stop-drinking-coffee/). ## You’re starting to develop unwanted symptoms. ![Tired young African man using laptop while sitting at the table on a sunny morning.Concept of people working hard home](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/04/fatigued-tired-man-headache-working-home-laptop.jpg) ![Tired young African man using laptop while sitting at the table on a sunny morning.Concept of people working hard home](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/04/fatigued-tired-man-headache-working-home-laptop.jpg) Shutterstock If you’re starting to feel an onslaught of unpleasant feelings, don’t think you’re suddenly falling ill. There’s a good chance it’s all thanks to [the amount of caffeine](https://www.eatthis.com/too-much-caffeine/) you’re getting from all the coffee you’re drinking. “Higher amounts of caffeine intake can cause certain unwanted symptoms such as headaches, fast heartbeat, or irritability,” says Bannan. “If you experience any of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to cut back on how much coffee you are drinking.” [Sign up for our newsletter to get daily recipes and food news in your inbox](https://www.eatthis.com/newsletters/)\! ## You’re not sleeping well. ![Sleepless woman awake and covering face in the middle of the night](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/woman-insomnia-sleep.jpg) ![Sleepless woman awake and covering face in the middle of the night](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/woman-insomnia-sleep.jpg) Shutterstock If you’ve suddenly started sipping on coffee later in the evening and then find yourself [not able to enjoy a solid night’s sleep](https://www.eatthis.com/cant-sleep-worst-foods/), you might want to rethink your coffee consumption habits. “Drinking coffee too close to bedtime, or using it to compensate for not getting enough sleep can impact your overall sleep pattern, and thus your health overall,” Bannan says. “Caffeine can stay in your body for up to three to five hours, so drinking an afternoon cup can still affect your sleep once bedtime comes. [One study](https://stm.sciencemag.org/content/7/305/305ra146) found that drinking the equivalent of a double espresso can delay your circadian rhythm by 40 minutes.” Making sure you sleep enough each night is crucial as “getting enough quality sleep each night can help reduce the risk of diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure,” according to Bannan. “If you still want to enjoy a cup of coffee later in the day, it may be helpful to switch to decaf once the afternoon hits or an herbal tea instead. Opt for a cup of white or green tea, which both have [lower amounts of caffeine](https://www.garfieldmedicalcenter.com/GMC-Blog/2016/October/Different-Types-of-Tea-and-Caffeine-Content.aspx) than coffee,” she says. ## You don’t have as much energy. ![Young exhausted,depressed,concentrated woman sitting in her room or office with french windows in the dark at the lamp](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/03/tired-woman-working-home-night-laptop.jpg) ![Young exhausted,depressed,concentrated woman sitting in her room or office with french windows in the dark at the lamp](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/03/tired-woman-working-home-night-laptop.jpg) Shutterstock You might be turning to coffee for as the main pick-me-up, but it could actually be draining you of your energy. See, if you keep turning to coffee for that burst of energy (thanks to the caffeine), it—as you already learned—messes with your sleep schedule, so you’ll wake up feeling more tired. This then continues the cycle, and you’ll end up feeling less energized throughout the day.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e ## You’re suffering from heartburn. ![Gastroesophageal reflux disease,Woman having or symptomatic reflux acids](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/08/heartburn-acid-reflux.jpg) ![Gastroesophageal reflux disease,Woman having or symptomatic reflux acids](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/08/heartburn-acid-reflux.jpg) Shutterstock Coffee is one of those drinks that is acidic, so it can irritate the lining of your gut and [cause heartburn](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10499460). If you’re already someone who deals with [acid reflux](https://www.eatthis.com/foods-and-acid-reflux/) and you’re drinking more coffee throughout the day, it could be the culprit behind the surge in heartburn. ## You have an upset stomach. ![stomach pain](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/05/stomach-pain.jpg) ![stomach pain](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/05/stomach-pain.jpg) Shutterstock Along with heartburn, any stomach aches or nausea you’re experiencing could be because of all the coffee you’re drinking, especially if [you’re drinking it all on an empty stomach](https://www.eatthis.com/expert-advice-about-coffee/). ## You’re more stressed. ![Tired woman working at her desk drinking too much coffee](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/05/tired-woman-overworked-drinking-too-much-coffee-desk.jpg) ![Tired woman working at her desk drinking too much coffee](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/05/tired-woman-overworked-drinking-too-much-coffee-desk.jpg) Shutterstock It’s understandable that you’re feeling more stress right now, but the large cups of coffee you’re downing all day might just be making it worse. See, thanks to—you guessed it—all that caffeine, [cortisol levels](https://www.eatthis.com/lower-cortisol/) (aka the body’s main stress hormone) could be rising. And along with reducing your coffee consumption, we have plenty of other [easy ways to lower cortisol levels so you don’t feel as stressed](https://www.eatthis.com/lower-cortisol/). ## You’re dehydrated. ![with closed eyes drinking clean mineral water close up, young woman holding glass](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/02/thirsty-woman-glass-water-dehydrated.jpg) ![with closed eyes drinking clean mineral water close up, young woman holding glass](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/02/thirsty-woman-glass-water-dehydrated.jpg) Shutterstock If you find yourself feeling more thirsty with the more coffee you’re drinking, there is a connection there! According to a [French study](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27225921), caffeine has a diuretic effect, which can impact hydration. You would have to be drinking a large amount of coffee to get to this point though, as [another study](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3886980/) shows that moderate caffeine consumption (that baseline of four cups) doesn’t impact your risk of dehydration. If you are [drinking tons of coffee to the point that you are experiencing dehydration](https://www.eatthis.com/tea-coffee-dehydrating/) though, be sure to swap some of those cups for some water. Jennifer Maldonado Jennifer Maldonado is a senior editor at Eat This, Not That!, specializing in food and health content. 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Readable Markdown	If you find yourself sipping on more cups of Joe at home lately, you're not alone. But there are effects of drinking too much. With most of the world [still spending a ton of time at home](https://www.eatthis.com/healthy-tips-coronavirus-quarantine/), you might be drinking more coffee than you ever have before—throughout the entire day instead of just the morning. But is there such a thing as drinking too much coffee? According to a [Statista survey](https://www.statista.com/statistics/250230/americans-daily-coffee-consumption/) of over 800 American coffee drinkers, 29 percent of respondents consumed an average of two cups of coffee per day at home. While that seems like a reasonable amount, not everyone limits themselves to just two cups. In fact, a larger 36 percent of respondents consume more than 3 cups per day, with 9 percent of coffee drinkers drinking 6 or more cups. So what does the caffeine content look for something like that? With roughly [95 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup](https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/789337/nutrients), you’d be consuming 570 milligrams of caffeine per day if you had 6 cups of coffee. If your “cup” of coffee is more like the standard 12-ounce serving you get at coffee shops, you’re actually looking at consuming over 850 milligrams of caffeine daily. While there are [benefits of moderate coffee consumption](https://www.eatthis.com/coffee-benefits/), [research](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12519715/) shows that drinking between 500 to 600 milligrams of caffeine (four to seven cups of coffee) and more can pose a health risk—and is actually considered abuse. Sustained abuse can lead to a condition known as “caffeinism,” which can cause restlessness, anxiety, irritability, agitation, muscle tremors, insomnia, headaches, cardiovascular symptoms (e.g. tachycardia, arrhythmia), and gastrointestinal complaints (e.g. nausea). “An average of [400 milligrams of caffeine](https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/caffeine/art-20045678), or roughly the amount in four cups of coffee is generally safe for most adults. While drinking moderate amounts of coffee throughout the day is generally not harmful for your health, there are some aspects to be aware of if you are increasing your coffee intake,” says [Patricia Bannan](https://www.patriciabannan.com/), MS, RDN, nationally recognized nutritionist and healthy eating expert. So what exactly are the signs you might be sipping on a little too much coffee? We rounded up the evidence for you. And in case you were wondering, here’s exactly [What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Drinking Coffee](https://www.eatthis.com/stop-drinking-coffee/). ## You’re starting to develop unwanted symptoms. ![Tired young African man using laptop while sitting at the table on a sunny morning.Concept of people working hard home](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/04/fatigued-tired-man-headache-working-home-laptop.jpg) Shutterstock If you’re starting to feel an onslaught of unpleasant feelings, don’t think you’re suddenly falling ill. There’s a good chance it’s all thanks to [the amount of caffeine](https://www.eatthis.com/too-much-caffeine/) you’re getting from all the coffee you’re drinking. “Higher amounts of caffeine intake can cause certain unwanted symptoms such as headaches, fast heartbeat, or irritability,” says Bannan. “If you experience any of these symptoms, it may be a good idea to cut back on how much coffee you are drinking.” ## You’re not sleeping well. ![Sleepless woman awake and covering face in the middle of the night](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/07/woman-insomnia-sleep.jpg) Shutterstock If you’ve suddenly started sipping on coffee later in the evening and then find yourself [not able to enjoy a solid night’s sleep](https://www.eatthis.com/cant-sleep-worst-foods/), you might want to rethink your coffee consumption habits. “Drinking coffee too close to bedtime, or using it to compensate for not getting enough sleep can impact your overall sleep pattern, and thus your health overall,” Bannan says. “Caffeine can stay in your body for up to three to five hours, so drinking an afternoon cup can still affect your sleep once bedtime comes. [One study](https://stm.sciencemag.org/content/7/305/305ra146) found that drinking the equivalent of a double espresso can delay your circadian rhythm by 40 minutes.” Making sure you sleep enough each night is crucial as “getting enough quality sleep each night can help reduce the risk of diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure,” according to Bannan. “If you still want to enjoy a cup of coffee later in the day, it may be helpful to switch to decaf once the afternoon hits or an herbal tea instead. Opt for a cup of white or green tea, which both have [lower amounts of caffeine](https://www.garfieldmedicalcenter.com/GMC-Blog/2016/October/Different-Types-of-Tea-and-Caffeine-Content.aspx) than coffee,” she says. ## You don’t have as much energy. ![Young exhausted,depressed,concentrated woman sitting in her room or office with french windows in the dark at the lamp](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/03/tired-woman-working-home-night-laptop.jpg) Shutterstock You might be turning to coffee for as the main pick-me-up, but it could actually be draining you of your energy. See, if you keep turning to coffee for that burst of energy (thanks to the caffeine), it—as you already learned—messes with your sleep schedule, so you’ll wake up feeling more tired. This then continues the cycle, and you’ll end up feeling less energized throughout the day. ## You’re suffering from heartburn. ![Gastroesophageal reflux disease,Woman having or symptomatic reflux acids](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2019/08/heartburn-acid-reflux.jpg) Shutterstock Coffee is one of those drinks that is acidic, so it can irritate the lining of your gut and [cause heartburn](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10499460). If you’re already someone who deals with [acid reflux](https://www.eatthis.com/foods-and-acid-reflux/) and you’re drinking more coffee throughout the day, it could be the culprit behind the surge in heartburn. ## You have an upset stomach. ![stomach pain](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/05/stomach-pain.jpg) Shutterstock Along with heartburn, any stomach aches or nausea you’re experiencing could be because of all the coffee you’re drinking, especially if [you’re drinking it all on an empty stomach](https://www.eatthis.com/expert-advice-about-coffee/). ## You’re more stressed. ![Tired woman working at her desk drinking too much coffee](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/05/tired-woman-overworked-drinking-too-much-coffee-desk.jpg) Shutterstock It’s understandable that you’re feeling more stress right now, but the large cups of coffee you’re downing all day might just be making it worse. See, thanks to—you guessed it—all that caffeine, [cortisol levels](https://www.eatthis.com/lower-cortisol/) (aka the body’s main stress hormone) could be rising. And along with reducing your coffee consumption, we have plenty of other [easy ways to lower cortisol levels so you don’t feel as stressed](https://www.eatthis.com/lower-cortisol/). ## You’re dehydrated. ![with closed eyes drinking clean mineral water close up, young woman holding glass](https://www.eatthis.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2020/02/thirsty-woman-glass-water-dehydrated.jpg) Shutterstock If you find yourself feeling more thirsty with the more coffee you’re drinking, there is a connection there! According to a [French study](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27225921), caffeine has a diuretic effect, which can impact hydration. You would have to be drinking a large amount of coffee to get to this point though, as [another study](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3886980/) shows that moderate caffeine consumption (that baseline of four cups) doesn’t impact your risk of dehydration. If you are [drinking tons of coffee to the point that you are experiencing dehydration](https://www.eatthis.com/tea-coffee-dehydrating/) though, be sure to swap some of those cups for some water.
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