Caffeine And Blood Pressure
December 9, 2008 by jody
Filed under Diseases & Conditions
Caffeine has been directly related to some heart problems called (arrhythmia). Caffeine is a chemical stimulant that can affect the central nerve system.
Health care providers will usually encourage their patients to cut their intake of caffeine slowly, so that they will not go into withdrawal.
With all of the wonderful new blends of coffee and the aromas enticing us into the coffee shops on every corner, it is harder then ever to cut back on caffeine.
Caffeine is also found in most soft drinks and in the warm cup of hot chocolate that makes us fell so warm and fuzzy on cold winter days.
Studies have shown that a high intake of caffeine throughout the day can add to the risk of (cardiovascular conditions).
It has been proven that caffeine can cause irregular heart rhythms, raise blood pressure, increase heart rate and your breathing rate, caffeine can also cause higher levels of stress hormones. It is also a well-known fact the caffeine can cause your blood pressure to elevate.
Aug. 1, 2002 — Like millions of Americans, self-described coffee addict Kathy Liebswager can’t quite function in the mornings until she has had her caffeine fix. She typically drinks eight to 10 cups throughout the day, and she says she believes the caffeine has a calming effect on her.
http://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20020801/is-caffeine-bad-for-your-heart
