Posted by morgan miller on July 8, 2010, at 15:11:30
In reply to Re: Caffeine and Bipolar?, posted by Justherself54 on July 8, 2010, at 14:26:10
> I'm not sure I could give up my java. My GP has recommended I cut back or give it up..but I need it to get going in the morning. I sometimes have a cup or two in the afternoon to get me through my 3:00 pm slump. I love my java!
You might be surprised after getting over the initial withdrawal hump and dependence how much smooth natural energy stores your body has. Sometimes just taking the pain of being tired on our days when we did not get enough sleep is better for our natural ability to maintain positive energy in the long run.
I think diet, exercise, and some supplements are better less physiologically addictive ways of maintaining healthy energy levels and good regular sleep patterns.
This may not be the case with you but it is something to consider. Did you need coffee on a regular basis in high school or college? Did you get hooked because you tried it one time when you were tired and needed it and it worked so you kept on drinking coffee? Do you think it is possible you are physically addicted and your body has just grown into needing it?
I worry about all those young kids out there drinking energy drinks at a young age and getting addicted. They will develop never knowing what it is like to be able to live with healthy natural energy levels and a natural ability to deal with occasional sleep deprivation through healthy diet and exercise.
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