You may love caffeine's feel-good effects, but overdosing can harm your health. Here's how to tell if you're overdoing itPhoto by Nina Matthews Photography via Flickr
Photo by Nina Matthews Photography via Flickr
You know you're a caffeine addict when your eyes won't open before you've taken your first sip of morning Joe, or if your co-workers call you "Crabby" when you skip your afternoon Diet Coke. While the best part of waking up may indeed be Folgers in your cup, being over-caffeinated may also be harmful. "Studies have found that some caffeine can improve mental acuity and performance throughout the day, but too much caffeine can negatively impact your mood, energy, and even health," says Erin Palinski, RD, CDE, CPT, who has a private practice in New Jersey.
5 Signs you've had too much caffeine
