Caffeine Withdrawal Recognized As Real

Ben Sullivan writes "What many Slashdotters have long known looks set to become official: Caffeine withdrawal is for real. New research at Johns Hopkins should result in it being included in the next edition of the DSM, and recognized by the World Health Organization."

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as I sip my coffee..

[hitchhacker]

HOW CAN I QUIT OR REDUCE MY CAFFEINE CONSUMPTION?

• Cut back gradually. Eliminate a cup or glassful a day rather than going "cold turkey."
• Keep a log to see how much caffeine you consume. Remember to count medications and supplements. Experiment with your intake to see how you feel both physically and psychologically
• Limit your intake to 200-300 mg of caffeine per day.
• Substitute herbal tea, hot or cider or decaf coffee for caffeinated drinks.
• Be active or be still - run, walk, bike ride, swim, do yoga or meditate.
• Eat regular meals
• Stop smoking - caffeine and cigarettes often go together.
• Ask others in your house or office to decrease their caffeine with you. There is strength in numbers.
• Remember that coffee does NOT help you to sober up after drinking alcohol.

I didn't write these.
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Also Remember

[temojen]

There a LOT of bottled drinks on the market now that add caffeine, but don't mark it on the label as such. Watch out for:

• Gauranna
• Yerba Mate
• Cola Nut
• Winterberry
• Cocoa extract
• Black Tea Extract
• Green Tea Extract