1. Caffeine Can Reduce the Quality of Your Sleep

   • “Caffeine can have a disruptive effect on your sleep. The most obvious effect of the stimulant is that it can make it hard for you to fall asleep. One study also found that caffeine can delay the timing of your body clock. These effects will reduce your total sleep time. Caffeine also can reduce the amount of deep sleep that you enjoy.” Sleep Education.

2. Coffee Can Cause Tooth Decay and Staining

   • “Coffee causes teeth discoloration because of an ingredient called tannin, a type of poly-phenol that breaks down in water and found in other beverages like wine and tea. Coffee also helps bacteria in the mouth in creating acids which lead to tooth and enamel erosion.” Hawaii Family Dental.

3. Caffeine Has an Affect on Your Mood

   • “Caffeine works by stimulating the central nervous system, an important part of which is the brain. Coffee, or any other caffeinated beverage, works by tricking the brain into releasing dopamine, serotonin. In addition, hormones including adrenaline and nor-epinephrine are released. ” Medical Daily.

4. Caffeine Can Increase Your Anxiety Levels

   • “Coffee can lead to a feeling of being jittery and an increased heart rate. On its own, it does not create anxiety, but if you already have anxiety it can make symptoms worse.” CalmClinic.

5. Coffee Doesn’t Give You Any More Energy

   • “Caffeine doesn’t actually give you real energy. In fact, according to a video posted on Business Insider, it just makes your brain think you’re not tired… caffeine acts as an impostor in your brain.” Bustle.

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