Drugs, alcohol, and now coffee! I’ve used a variety of substances to self medicate while in a depressed mood. A few years ago I cut out cannabis, and I stay away from using alcohol when I’m down, but I have no limits with coffee. It seems like I can drink as much as I want whenever I want and it doesn’t create the same problems it does when my mood is better.

  • apfelwoiSchoppen@lemmy.worldEnglish
    6·
    11 hours ago

    The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, American Heart Association, etc recommend a 400mg daily limit for caffiene. It may be affecting you in more ways than you know.

    • trainsaresexy@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
      2·
      4 hours ago

      400mg

      I’m still under that or about there. I had 3 french presses and a moka pot yesterday, that’s a bit above 400mg but represents peak consumption.

      Also, I don’t think I care. Better than the alternatives I have access to.

  • lurch (he/him)@sh.itjust.worksEnglish
    10·
    17 hours ago

    People who drink lots of coffee often get stomach/intestine problems after many years. Cola also has long term side effects (from sugar or sweeteners). I therefore suggest you look into caffeinated water and/or guarana to mitigate any health problems by not overusing one source of caffeine.

      • NegativeInf@lemmy.worldEnglish
        15·
        18 hours ago

        Paradoxical stimulant response and substance abuse disorder points to ADHD, often misdiagnosed in adults as anxiety and depression.

        I was misdiagnosed for 10 years with no effect from the meds for anxiety and depression. Stimulant meds work well for me. Not for everyone tho.

          • NegativeInf@lemmy.worldEnglish
            4·
            16 hours ago

            Asked my therapist to refer me to a psychiatrist that could do ADHD testing. They did an interview and 2 different IQ tests. Now I see my psychiatrist every 30 days to get my controlled substance prescription.

          • ShaunaTheDead@fedia.io
            3·
            16 hours ago

            If you’re in Canada, there’s an online service called Frida https://www.talkwithfrida.com/

            I was personally diagnosed by a psychiatrist who I was referred to by my family doctor. I think you have to go through a psychiatrist at least while you’re titrating your dose but then your family doctor may be able to take over once you’re about where you need to be.

      • wax@feddit.nuEnglish
        6·
        16 hours ago

        The half-time of caffeine in our bodies is pretty long, like 6 hours IIRC. Might affect the quality of sleep even if you manage to fall asleep

        • trainsaresexy@lemmy.worldOPEnglish
          1·
          4 hours ago

          I feel like my sleep is better than normal, nothing is compounding.

          I’m feeling better today finally. Woke up at 8am, energy is good, thinking clearly. Ready to take a break from social media for a while.

  • Rimu@piefed.socialEnglish
    6·
    18 hours ago

    Recently I’ve found green tea to be amazing and without the jitteryness of coffee. There are many kinds to try, all quite different!

    • krathalan@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
      2·
      4 hours ago

      Adding onto this, I didn’t enjoy green tea until I started brewing it gong fu style with loose leaves. Teabags are acceptable for black tea but completely ruin green imo.

      It’s also worth noting that there’s a noticable flavor and taste difference between different types of green (for example, I dislike the popular dragonwell, but love maofeng/mountain green tips). There’s also a gulf of difference between Chinese and Japanese green teas, due to the processing. Usually Chinese tea is pan/wok/hot air fried, leading to a more nutty and complex profile, whereas Japanese greens tend to be steamed, leading to a more vegetal taste.

      I also really like matcha, if you can afford the initial investment. It’s definitely unique and can be an acquired taste. I really like the ippodo Sayaka/Horai, since it doesn’t have a very strong umami taste, which can be off putting for people new to matcha.

      Edit: and yes, there is actual science backing up your interpretation of green tea being less jittery. The L-theanine, an amino acid unique to green tea and a few mushroom varieties, has a balancing effect when paired with caffeine.

  • The Snark Urge@lemmy.worldEnglish
    2·
    19 hours ago

    I used to do a whole pot of coffee a day. It was definitely a rush. At other times I’d drink like 2 litres of yerba mate every day. Would mix it with peppermint. I was a little out of control.