Caffeine Withdrawl

[DonMike]

You know, I've been whining about my one cup a day habit but I'm seeing all these people with a lot more than me. I think I'm in good shape with just my one. I'm drinking one cup of Green tea a day and so far today I'm not feelin' to bad. I'm going to do this for the rest of the week and then just skip it entirely on the weekend and see how I fee. Thanks for the tips, especially that water one, GA. That's gonna be a big help!

[HollywoodHorwtz]

DonMike, you need to get on the Mate style,its totally as powerful as coffee but w/o the jitters,plus it frees the free radicals,madd antioxidants!

[DonMike]

DonMike, you need to get on the Mate style,its totally as powerful as coffee but w/o the jitters,plus it frees the free radicals,madd antioxidants!

I've never heard of that. What is it?

[Fetishlady]

avoiding coffeine is just like quitting smoking..takes time but worth it.

[DigitalJay]

If you make your coffee yourself at home, just buy some decaf. mix it half and half with regular for a bit, switch to 1 part regular 3 parts decaf for a bit, then switch to all decaf, realize it tastes like shit, and quit drinking coffee.

[HollywoodHorwtz]

I've never heard of that. What is it?

its a tea, you can get it anywhere really, trader joes or most coffee shops have some.it taste similiar to green tea but more bitter.check out this link with more info..
http://www.noborders.net/mate/

[DonMike]

its a tea, you can get it anywhere really, trader joes or most coffee shops have some.it taste similiar to green tea but more bitter.check out this link with more info..
http://www.noborders.net/mate/

ah, yeah. I looked it up after I posted the question and it took me to the same exact link. I'm gonna try some. I've looked at Whole Foods and Raplhs with no luck. I'm gonna try Trader Joe's this weekend. I'm not big on bitter teas but maybe a little lemon will make it better. Ever try that?

[AusCoding Allan]

Hey Don,

I have a hypersensitivity (allergy) to caffeine and most stimulants like pseudoephedrine (in cold and flu tablets).

When I found out that this was what was causing my frequent heart palpitations I found it really easy to stop - the doc said either quit drinking caffeinated drinks or I'll see you in the hospital. Pretty good incentive to quit for me.

I don't drink coke, coffee or tea (except herbal). I find the best way to get past it is not to think that you're quitting completely. Just every time you go to have a cup think "I just won't have this cup." I know it sounds stupid but many people have trouble quitting because quitting is forever. If you just continue not to have this cup - before you know it you'll have been off caffeine for months.

Cheers,

Allan

[Dzinerbear]

I'm not sure why you're having trouble giving up coffee, Americans can't brew the stuff. Why would you want to drink it? Your coffee is like your beer - weak! While the USA may dominate the world in other things, when it comes to coffee, beer, and hockey, they should just look north and ask the Canadians how to do it. If we want to know how to build a mall or a highway billboard, we'll ask.

:extat:

dzinerbear

[DonMike]

Hey Don,

I have a hypersensitivity (allergy) to caffeine and most stimulants like pseudoephedrine (in cold and flu tablets).

When I found out that this was what was causing my frequent heart palpitations I found it really easy to stop - the doc said either quit drinking caffeinated drinks or I'll see you in the hospital. Pretty good incentive to quit for me.

I don't drink coke, coffee or tea (except herbal). I find the best way to get past it is not to think that you're quitting completely. Just every time you go to have a cup think "I just won't have this cup." I know it sounds stupid but many people have trouble quitting because quitting is forever. If you just continue not to have this cup - before you know it you'll have been off caffeine for months.

Cheers,

Allan

Excellent way to look at it, Allan. Thank you. I totally understand your situation. I had a friend who found out he had liver disease and his doctor told him to lose 40 lbs or he would die. Pretty good incentive to stick with a diet.