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Tag: Caffeine dependence

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Is 600 mg of caffeine too much? A pharmacological perspective

5 min read
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and other health bodies typically recommend a daily caffeine limit of around 400 mg for most healthy adults. This means for most people, an intake of 600 mg of caffeine is too much, significantly increasing the risk of adverse health effects.

Is caffeine safe to take long term? Evaluating the risks and benefits

4 min read
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), up to 400 milligrams of caffeine daily is considered safe for most healthy adults, equivalent to about four or five cups of coffee. However, the question remains: **Is caffeine safe to take long term**, and what are the sustained effects of chronic consumption on your body?