Relax with Coffe
For someone experiencing anxiety, caffeine might seem counterintuitive. But a 2015 study suggests that it may help people stay calm. The study was conducted on two groups of mice, one given caffeine along with their water and another given just regular water. After three weeks, both groups were exposed to stressors, and results showed that the caffeine group responded better to stress. Of course, further studies need to be done and it’s unclear whether the results will be replicated in humans. But it’s certainly promising (and welcome news for coffee lovers).
Previous studies have also linked coffee consumption to a lower risk of depression. Plus, there’s the fact that caffeine helps the brain release dopamine (a feel-good neurotransmitter) to the area of the brain in charge of regulating mood, according to Psychology Today. It may also have something to do with the ritual of drinking coffee—going to your favorite neighborhood cafĂ©, interacting with a cheerful barista, and sitting down to enjoy your cup in the middle of a busy day can have calming effects.
But do take note that there can be too much of a good thing—overdoing it can have adverse effects on your health. Two cups a day should be enough, and better if you take your coffee drinks with no sugar and, if you’re sensitive to dairy as 90% of Asians are, no milk. And if you’re experiencing insomnia along with your anxiety, then it may help to limit your caffeine intake.

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