CAFFEINE ALLERGY HOME REMEDY
Caffeine allergy is a reaction in the body’s immune system due to consumption of caffeine or any caffeine products. It is available in drinking tea, soft drink, coffee, chocolates. It is also available in drugs to treat headaches, cold pills and pain relief.
It is found that the consumption of caffeine among the adult US population is 80% in the form of food or other medication. A common term is used for the allergic reaction to caffeine and is known as anaphylaxis. During this condition, one feels nervous and agitated. This caffeine anaphylaxis results in collapse of the blood brain wall and brings about toxic dementia.
Caffeine to some people may not be a threat however to some it may be intolerant. Caffeine may elicit an allergic reaction which can prompt certain symptoms that can indicate whether you suffer from caffeine allergy or not.
CAFFEINE ALLERGY SYMPTOMS
• Palpitation, a common physical symptom of this allergy, involves a reaction in the heart in the form of palpitation. You may feel to caffeine allergy that your heart is pumping faster or racing harder than normal.
• Rash and hives which you can notice on your skin that may or may not itch.
• Inflammation, a common symptom of caffeine allergy. It may affect your mouth or tongue and throat, your face or simply your lips.
• Visual disturbance is best described as blurred vision and may set in around the time when you’ve ingested caffeine.
• Muscular issue, you can associate it with movements that become almost jerky and quick.
• Mental disturbance, one of the common emotional symptoms of caffeine allergy that can affect the state of mind.
• Chest pain
• Tightness of the throat
• Difficulty in breathing
• Headaches
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• Headache is one of prime symptom of caffeine allergy and some simple home remedies for caffeine allergy that causes headaches are acupressure and other relaxation techniques. For relaxing, create a soothing environment which is free from noise and light. Ventilate the room to help circulate air and consequently try to relax with the aid of relaxation technique such as meditation or yoga.
Acupressure also helps to relax the mind by using the thumb and index finger and pressed against the bridge of the nose at the corner of the eyes.
Home remedies for caffeine allergy guides and gives a natural cure for the problems associated with this allergy. Most of the remedies can be used even if the person is not infected or allergic. The homemade remedies help in keeping the body fit and healthy.
Caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant, is the main psychoactive ingredient in energy drinks, which enhances alertness and mood, and counteracts symptoms of sleep. There is no doubt ...
The situation is most often as a result of burning the tongue on warm meals. It can be because of consuming spicy food, irritation from dentures, excessive alcohol and tobacco intake. Pipe smoking reasons glossitis and is associated cancer of the tongue.
By this definition, and after knowing the effects of caffeine upon the human body, I have come to the conclusion that drinking caffeine is a sign of a lack of respect for oneself, and of an unappreciative attitude toward the life that each of us has been blessed with. Furthermore, it shows of either our inability, or unwillingness to learn to think clearly.
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Caffeine is a mild stimulant that occurs naturally in at least 63 plant species. Caffeine can be found in the leaves, stems, seeds, and roots of these various plants. Caffeine is part of the methylxanthine family. It consists of a xanthine molecule with three methyl groups attached to it. Caffeine can be found in many products like sodas, tea, and coffee, but it also occurs in several other products such as prescription medications, diuretics, and pain relievers. Caffeine’s widespread use and popularity have caused many people to view the substance as an addictive drug. Thus making caffeine the most inexpensive and readily available drug known to man. Then on the other hand there are people who view caffeine as a helpful stimulant that increases the individual’s concentration and awareness as well as many other physical traits. The important thing to remember is that caffeine’s affects vary based on the person, the amount ingested, the frequency of consumption, and individual metabolism. (http://www.pp.okstate.edu/ehs/kopykit/caffeine.html)
Caffeine raises adrenaline levels and heavy coffee consumption can lead to a state of adrenal gland exhaustion where the adrenal glands are no longer able to adequately respond to stress by releasing enough adrenaline. Adrenal insufficiency can then lead to a host of other problems, including a weakened immune system response, anxiety and panic attacks.
Several people rely on caffeine to wake them up or give them a boost of energy when they feel down. Acting as a stimulant, caffeine not only improves concentration and focus, but also stops fatigue (Staff 1). Considered the most commonly used psychoactive drug in the world, approximately 90 percent of adults consume it daily (“MedicineNet.com” 1). But do caffeine buyers really stop to evaluate the possinle harmful effects on their body? Health scares similar to this are not recent. In fact, they have been going on for over 100 years. In 1911, the US Government sued the Coca-Cola company for making their drinks hazardous to other’s health (Lovett 2). Although the Coca-Cola company won, it proves that people worry about what they put into their bodies, even if it does help them stay up to finish their homework. Not everybody will experience the same effects from caffeine. Some people seem more sensitive to caffeine than others (Staff 1). While some will express unwanted effects after only one cup of coffee or tea, others will not notice these same effects until after maybe four or five cups. Although caffeine does include benefits, many downfalls exemplify the stimulant as well. Drinking even small amounts of caffeine daily develops harmful effects on most people’s body and health.
In general, people usually wonder whether the consumption of caffeine is beneficial or harmful to their health. There some benefits and risk of consuming caffeine but based on the different studies that have been conducted over the years, more importance are given to benefits of caffeine (Hensrud, 2014). According to Gunnars (2013), caffeine is good for health as it contains antioxidants and beneficial nutrients which may improve human health. Plus, Gunnars (2013) also stated that studies show that coffee drinkers have a much lower risk of several serious diseases and have proven to have some health benefits. First and foremost, caffeine help people feel less tired, increases memory and increases energy levels. This is because, when caffeine is consumed, it is absorbed into the bloodstream which then travels to the brain and caffeine blocks an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. Then, the amount of other neurotransmitter such as dopamine and noradrenaline increases which leads to enhanced firing of neurons. Therefore, this improves various aspect of brain function such as memory, mood, reaction time, alertness and energy levels (Gunnars, 2013).
Although caffeine gives some people a wanted boost, it has many undesirable side effects. People who consume caffeine may suffer from nausea, anxiety, restlessness, irritability, muscle twitching, tremors, and headaches. All of these side effects can harm an athlete's performance in many ways. Having tremors, headache, nausea, or any of caffeine’s negative side effects can make it extremely difficult for an athlete to concentrate on the task at hand (Solanki; Dikos). One thing that personally affects me when I consume caffeine is a caffeine crash. Right after consuming the caffeine I will feel energized and ready to go, but once it wears off I get an exhausted and run down feeling. I just feel sluggish. Having this crash take effect during an athletic event would be extremely detrimental to the success of the athlete.
Human race is known to have developed numerous allergies to various known and unknown allergens. An extreme allergic reaction which can be “life-threatening”. (Mydr.com.au, 2014) is referred to as Anaphylaxis.It is a “medical emergency”(Lloyd & Sisman,2013).Statistics indicate that maximum deaths occur due to allergic reactions of various medicines. The other causative agents can be insects, food, latex, hair dye, etc(Lloyd & Sisman,2013). The most common trigger to stimulate anaphylaxis among children are food products such as peanuts, dairy, seafood etc. Exposure to any of these allergens can result in severe anaphylactic attack within 20 minutes.(Australian Resuscitation council, 2012).However the doctors discuss the history of symptoms occurring in children suffering with peanut allergy before declaring them to be anaphylactic and prescribing medication. (Unknown, 2014). Symptoms of anaphylaxis may occur in varied forms depending upon the severty of the reaction. For instance in mild cases swelling of lips, eyes or face occurs along with hives, rash, tingling of mouth and vomitting accompanied with abdominal pain. Nevertheless in extreme conditions the former symptoms may be accompanied with noisy breathing, wheezing, hoarseness and unconsciousness. (Lloyd & Sisman,2013).
Caffeine is a stimulant that has not been given the attention that some says it deserves. Caffeine is found in many everyday substances. It can be found in coffee, tea or sodas. Caffeine can be found on almost every street corner. There is a coffee place in just about every town. Sodas and coffee are found...
As the vast majority of Americans are addicted to caffeine, studies show that the effects during post-consumption, can be positive or negative depending on the amount and frequency of caffeine intake. As the demand for caffeine has increased, the caffeine industry has increased its amount of marketing and establishments to help aid this demand. Caffeine addiction can lead to serious health and physiological detriments. It is evident that the primary reason for consumption of caffeinated beverages is due to positive effects, such as alertness. The media has an abundance of marketing to continue to illustrate this main effect.
Coffee is the first thing that people associate with instant energy on a groggy morning. “In the U.S., coffee is king of beverages” (Reinke) Research has been done that has named coffee as an addiction to the people who consume large quantities of it. Coffee was named the top source of antioxidants. This is partly because of the amount consumed each day. Some of the antioxidants that coffee has are quinines and chlorogenic acid. It also contains trigonelline, an antibacterial compound. This is where coffee acquires its delicious aroma. Now let’s step back for a minute and just think about how much caffeine people consume. In an 8oz cup of coffee it has about 85 milligrams of caffeine. This is about double the amount that tea contains. Studies have shown that caffeine stimulates the brain and nervous system. This is where you get that energized feeling. After about the third cup, knees start to bounce, pens are clicking and people start running laps around the office. Caffeine can become addicting if you drink too much. Coffee can become that addictive habit people are unable to shake.
It’s important to watch how much caffeine your body is receiving each day in the foods and drinks you consume. Caffeine is not a bad drug, but be careful to watch for symptoms of withdrawal and caffeine intoxication. It can be dangerous for your body if too much stress is put on it. Remember, there are always decaffeinated options and sometimes these are the best to keep your body healthy. Works Cited faculty.washington.edu/chudler/caff.html greenfacts.org/en/psychoactive-drugs wisegeek.com/what-is-caffeine.htm psych.umn.edu/courses/spring05/ / caffeine.
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