I think I'm doomed to be addicted to something at one point or another, so maybe it'll be caffeine this time around.
2007-12-15 06:27:17 · 7 answers · asked by I am T-bag's b itch 6 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
What is caffeinism ?
"Caffeinism" is the term used for people who are dependent upon caffeine i.e. suffer side effects from having too much caffeine, take larger amounts and need to keep drinking caffeine to function properly (including a "craving" feeling for caffeine). "Caffeinism" is thought to occur if you have an intake of above 600mg to 750mg of caffeine per day. Drinking more than 1000mg per day is well into the toxic range. The US Olympic Committee considers caffeine a stimulant and has an upper limit for caffeine levels in the blood, above which an athlete "fails a drugs test".
People may drink large quantities of tea, coffee and cola drinks to relieve thirst or dry mouth caused by side effects of drugs, such as some antidepressants and antipsychotics. Since headaches can occur when caffeine is stopped, drinking caffeine stops these headaches occurring.
What are the symptoms of caffeinism ?
The symptoms of caffeinism can include feelings of anxiety and nervousness, sleep disruption (especially difficult getting off to sleep), restlessness, irritability, diuresis (passing lots of water/urine), stomach complaints, tremulousness, palpitations and arrythmias (changed heart rate, especially faster beating). 150mg of caffeine at bedtime has been shown to have a marked effect on how long it takes to get to sleep, reduce total sleep time, the quality of sleep and REM (dreaming) periods. Caffeinism can make some illnesses such as anxiety more resistant to drug treatment. People who suffer from panic attacks may be more sensitive to the stimulant effects of caffeine.
Suddenly stopping taking caffeine can produce problems. Withdrawal from even moderate amounts of caffeine can produce headaches (52%), anxiety (10%), rebound drowsiness, fatigue and lethargy, with many other effects reported.
2007-12-15 06:52:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
As far as addictions go, caffeine isn't so bad. I used to drink a pot of coffee myself every single day. I'm kind of a high energy person so I don't know what I was thinking. I would literally vibrate. Now I've had to wean myself onto tea - the acid in coffee was more than I could handle. I'm still high energy and still do sometimes overdo it on caffeine and vibrate, but not nearly as much. ;)
Oh, and Earth's suggestion about becoming addicted to exercise? Great idea but it doesn't happen all that often. I don't think I've ever seen a show about "My daughter is addicted to exercise - help!"
2007-12-15 06:41:32 · answer #2 · answered by chick2lit 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, same here... but not much of a coffee drinker though. The good thing is that caffeine addiction is not nearly as bad as other addictions our such as having a coke habit...
2007-12-15 07:46:42 · answer #3 · answered by Bunny Boiler 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a caffeine problem it's not to bad you can get a fix at any corner store!
2007-12-15 06:50:16 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Become addicted to exercise. I wish I had that problem
2007-12-15 06:33:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Its not bad, there are alot worse things you could be addicted to
2007-12-15 06:31:22 · answer #6 · answered by AstroFoxx 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
well, it is legal.
2007-12-15 06:31:10 · answer #7 · answered by ♥Charmed One♥ 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋