Less Coffee, Better Sleep
The author reduced coffee intake to one cup daily, improving sleep, mood, and energy. The experiment revealed that less caffeine led to better rest and a more natural sleep pattern.
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The author of the blog post experimented with reducing coffee intake to one cup per day, resulting in significant improvements in sleep, mood, and energy levels. Previously consuming four to five large cups daily, the author often felt tired and struggled with sleep patterns, being active at night and sluggish in the morning. To kick off the experiment, the author took a day off coffee entirely, experiencing extreme fatigue, headaches, and lethargy, but ultimately sleeping for nine and a half hours. Following this, the author switched to one cup of coffee in the morning and eliminated caffeine for the rest of the day. This change led to waking up feeling well-rested after 7-8 hours of sleep, with a clearer mind and stable mood throughout the day. The author noted a marked increase in tiredness at night, leading to quicker sleep onset. The overall experience highlighted a cycle where coffee consumption masked fatigue, and reducing caffeine intake allowed for a more natural sleep pattern. The author concluded that cutting back on coffee could indeed enhance sleep quality.
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6 commentsHowever, the 4 first days without coffee are incredibly tough. But I advice people trying it to understand themselves better.
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