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Caffeine Addiction

Caffeine Addiction

Caffeine is a commonly consumed psychoactive substance found in coffee, tea, chocolate, energy drinks, and various other foods and beverages. It is a central nervous system stimulant that can help people stay alert, focused, and productive. However, excessive caffeine consumption can lead to dependence and addiction, which can have negative effects on physical and mental health.

Caffeine addiction is a real phenomenon, with withdrawal symptoms that can include headaches, fatigue, irritability, and difficulty concentrating. These symptoms can be mild or severe, depending on the individual’s level of caffeine consumption and the duration of their addiction.

One of the reasons caffeine addiction is so common is that caffeine is found in so many products and is widely available. It is estimated that 90% of people worldwide consume caffeine daily, with coffee being the most popular source. Some people may not even realize they are addicted to caffeine until they try to stop using it and experience withdrawal symptoms.

The addictive properties of caffeine are due to its effects on the brain. When caffeine is consumed, it blocks the action of a neurotransmitter called adenosine, which promotes sleep and relaxation. This leads to an increase in the release of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with pleasure and reward. Over time, the brain may become dependent on caffeine to maintain normal levels of dopamine and other neurotransmitters, leading to addiction.

While moderate caffeine consumption is generally considered safe for most adults, excessive caffeine intake can lead to a range of negative health effects. These can include increased heart rate, high blood pressure, anxiety, insomnia, and digestive problems. In some cases, caffeine consumption may also exacerbate existing health conditions or interact with medications.

If you suspect that you may be addicted to caffeine, there are steps you can take to reduce your consumption and manage your symptoms. Gradually reducing your caffeine intake over time can help to minimize withdrawal symptoms. Other strategies, such as getting enough sleep, staying hydrated, and engaging in regular exercise, can also help to boost energy levels and improve overall well-being.

In conclusion, caffeine addiction is a real and potentially problematic issue for many people. While moderate caffeine consumption is generally considered safe, excessive caffeine intake can lead to dependence, withdrawal symptoms, and negative health effects. If you are concerned about your caffeine intake, speak with a healthcare provider or a mental health professional for guidance and support.

The Symptoms of Caffeine Addiction

Caffeine is a stimulant that is consumed by people all over the world. It is found in coffee, tea, chocolate, and many other products. While it is generally safe in moderate amounts, caffeine addiction can occur in some people who consume too much of it. In this article, we will discuss the symptoms of caffeine addiction and what you can do to manage it.

  1. Withdrawal symptoms: One of the most common signs of caffeine addiction is experiencing withdrawal symptoms when you stop consuming it. These can include headaches, irritability, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and even flu-like symptoms.
  2. Increased tolerance: As you consume more caffeine, your body can develop a tolerance to it, which means you will need to consume more to achieve the same effects. This can lead to a cycle of dependence and increased consumption.
  3. Difficulty sleeping: Caffeine can interfere with your sleep, making it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep. This can lead to insomnia and other sleep-related problems.
  4. Anxiety and jitteriness: Caffeine is a stimulant that can increase feelings of anxiety and make you feel jittery or on edge. This can lead to increased stress and difficulty managing emotions.
  5. Digestive problems: Caffeine can also cause digestive problems, such as acid reflux, heartburn, and stomach ulcers. These can be painful and uncomfortable and may require medical treatment.
  6. Increased heart rate: Caffeine can cause your heart rate to increase, which can be dangerous for people with underlying heart conditions. It can also lead to palpitations and other heart-related problems.
  7. Difficulty quitting: If you have tried to quit or reduce your caffeine intake and found it difficult, this could be a sign of addiction. Many people find that they experience strong cravings and find it hard to quit despite knowing the negative effects.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to take steps to manage your caffeine intake. Some strategies that can be helpful include gradually reducing your caffeine consumption, switching to decaf or herbal teas, and avoiding caffeine late in the day. You can also talk to your doctor or a mental health professional for additional support and guidance.

Caffeine addiction can have a range of negative effects on your health and well-being. By being aware of the symptoms and taking steps to manage your consumption, you can reduce the impact of caffeine on your life and improve your overall health.

Conclusion

Notes By The Editor – Caffeine also makes a person urinate more frequently, I for one drink 2 x 500ml energy drinks a day on average, and need to go to the bathroom every 1.5 -2 hours. I need energy drinks to wake me up in the morning after taking Mirtazapine just before I go to sleep. The drug helps me fall asleep but does nothing for my OCD and makes me very sluggish when I wake. I have tried to drink coffee especially when I have run out of energy drinks and basically, I would need 4 espresso shots to touch my sides for it to make a difference.

Where I used to be a coffee addict I can safely say I am now an energy drink caffeine addict.

I think I would need to stop my medication, to then wean myself off the energy drinks. However, at the moment my hectic life is a vicious cycle and something needs to change for me to see an improvement in my health.

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The UK Is On ‘The Brink Of Starvation’ 2022

“If you have no extra money, to begin with, no amount of financial advice is going to get you out of the debt the governments and big corporations have landed you in”.

The UK Is On ‘The Brink Of Starvation’ 2022.

It was predicted during lockdown 3 million people were on the verge of starvation according to ‘The Financial Times but now we are on a whole new level of people starving due to the price hikes of the cost of living.

My question is: “if you do not have money, to begin with, how are you supposed to pay for the cost of living price rises”?

Vulnerable People Are On The Brink Of Starvation.

If you have no assets to sell how are you supposed to pay off your debts?

This article should be shared everywhere so that the powers that be, realize that people like the elderly, the disabled, and people on low incomes simply cannot manage to survive.

If people who do not have savings and live pay cheque to pay cheque how can the government and the large corporations expect people to pay more than is physically possible when they increase prices? The Bank of England has just announced today they are increasing interest rates to help with inflation. How is increasing further hikes going to help people living on the breadline or below?

The rich are getting richer and the poor are getting poorer.

It is all very well to say the government is investing £15 Billion into helping with the cost of living, but it is all smoke and mirrors because that does not stop the creditors and utility companies chasing the vulnerable and does give an IMMEDIATE effect on the people that need the help the most.

Something needs to be put in place immediately, not next month or the month after, but it needs to be put in place now!

“People Need Help Today Not Tomorrow”!

A U-turn by the government will see oil and gas firms help pay an additional 25 percent windfall tax on profits to help pay for fresh measures to support households with soaring energy bills. Yet the energy companies such as ‘British Gas’ for example are still charging extortionate prices.

I am not saying this is impacting UK alone this is a global crisis but I have to speak for the people in the UK as this is where I reside.

Six months ago, UN World Food Program President David Beasley issued a “one time appeal to billionaires to help fight famine,” which explained that if the world’s richest people donated a mere $6.6 billion of their collective $13.1 trillion in wealth (or 0.04 percent of the total), world hunger could be eliminated in 2022 and millions of lives could be saved.

So shame on all the rich that do not do enough and I am sure God or Allah or if you believe in any higher power, your fate will be decided for you in your next life and you will reap what you sow!

FOOD FOR THOUGHT!

To all the Politicians, Millionaires, Billionaires & Royalty of this world, why hoard your money when you could be helping society? Afterall we came into this world with nothing and we will leave with nothing. You cannot take your wealth with you. You do not know what happens when you die. You may be reborn and have to live a life in poverty – Karma!

“What person has the right to make another person unhappy? We are all supposed to live in harmony with one another and love thy neighbor but we have made this world a very evil place, and people should not have their mental well-being affected or lose lives through war and famine because of greed”. How can the people responsible for this, be able to sleep soundly at night?

MENTAL HEALTH & RISK OF SUICIDE.

‘It screws with an already vulnerable mind’: How the cost of living crisis is affecting the nation’s mental health. Soaring bills and a lack of support from the government are causing ‘huge pressure’ for people with mental health problems. Socioeconomic disadvantage or living in an area of socioeconomic deprivation increases the risk of suicidal behaviour. https://www.samaritans.org/wales/about-samaritans/research-policy/inequality-suicide/

https://www.mind.org.uk/news-campaigns/news/chancellor-fails-to-stop-benefit-claimants-facing-second-drop-in-income-in-under-six-months/

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FURTHER READING

Here are some top search results of what mainstream media and charities are saying:

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-61373480

https://www.ft.com/content/eb1998ce-9bc0-4839-a95a-c10641f9ffcc

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2022/feb/07/1m-uk-adults-go-entire-day-without-food-in-cost-of-living-crisis

https://foodfoundation.org.uk/press-release/millions-adults-missing-meals-cost-living-crisis-bites

https://www.wfp.org/hunger-catastrophe

https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2015/07/how-much-would-it-cost-to-end-hunger/

https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/pneumonia-starvation-brummies-reveal-reality-24061768

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/poor-people-starve-death-cost-26022882

https://www.investmentweek.co.uk/news/4050394/government-taps-oil-gas-profits-help-pay-fresh-gbp15bn-energy-bills-support

https://news.sky.com/story/cost-of-living-more-than-half-of-households-taking-action-to-cope-with-rising-cost-of-essentials-12624344

https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2022/05/25/per1-m25.html

NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

If you are finding life is getting too much contact the Samaritans, your Doctor (GP) or visit A&E / ER.

We have a useful links page for most charities and financial advice websites.

Do also contact this charity Mind.org.uk if things are starting to get overwhelming.

** Please note if you are residing outside of the UK please contact local charities in your area. We try to update our list as much as posssible and may have missed charities out. Do contact us if you are one of those charities and we will gladly put you on our list.

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Memory Water & Eliminating Stress.

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Memory Water & Eliminating Stress

I have recently come across a scientific fact that water holds memory and through the power of sound and vibration can change its molecules. This is particularly interesting seeing we are made up of 60% water. So imagine the effects it would have on us if you took the water that we manipulated.

Eliminating Stress with Water memory has the purported ability of water to retain a memory of substances previously dissolved in it even after an arbitrary number of serial dilutions. It has been claimed to be a mechanism by which homeopathic remedies work, even when they are diluted to the point that no molecule of the original substance remains, but has no scientific proof. In fact in the video below a group of people were actually poisoned by water that after testing did not have anything wrong with it.

Water memory contradicts the current scientific understanding of physical chemistry. In 1988, Jacques Benveniste published a study supporting a water memory effect amid controversy in Nature, accompanied by an editorial by Nature’s editor John Maddox urging readers to “suspend judgment” until the results could be replicated.

In the years after publication, multiple supervised experiments were made by Benveniste’s team, the United States Department of Defense, BBC’s Horizon program, and other researchers.

Stress:

My method of reducing stress other than breathing is hypnosis and my latest find is water memory. I am not a scientific whizz kid I am just someone that suffers from depression and stress and looks at different ways to manage it.

What I have learned is that water reacts to sound and vibration and when you talk to water it memorizes the vibrations from the sounds you make from the words you say. So if you recite positive words and then drink the water you are essentially fuelling the positive vibrations back into your body. It seems to work for me. I feel less anxious when I drink my water.

Konstantin Korotkov, a Russian scientist, who has conducted many experiments involving the energetic emissions of organisms, found that the movement of water helped to structure the molecules. https://medium.com/adhocra/water-has-memory-science-shows-d8d5537566be

However, you should refrain from drinking tap water which has gone through many pipes and chemicals to get to us. So even though these potentially dangerous contaminants are removed, the water still remains, with electrical “imprints” of bad things that were in the water in the beginning.

We should therefore drink pure water from the mountains. I personally drink Evian. I am not affiliated with this company it is just my own personal preference and I am sure any mineral water will do and any brand.

I am not sure if distilled water or boiled and cooled down water would have the same effect but I want quick results rather than to experiment. I certainly do not and will not drink water that has gone through our pipes especially seeing it is full of chlorine and fluoride, no matter how safe they say it is.

It is up to you to do the research. I am just writing what seems to work for me. Obviously, I still have a lot of reading to do but I find that if it was not true people would not be talking about it or studying it.

I prefer to get facts from science and have yet to do the (3 x jar experiment) 1 x love jar, 1 x ignore jar, 1 x hate jar with rice for 30 days. (Videos below of people’s own experiences).

Masaru Emoto was a Japanese businessman, author, and pseudo-scientist who claimed that human consciousness could affect the molecular structure of water. I have added a video below. His 2004 book can be founded on Amazon. The Hidden Messages in Water was a New York Times bestseller.

Considering we are made up of water in fact 60% of the human adult body is water. According to H.H. Mitchell, Journal of Biological Chemistry 158, the brain and heart are composed of 73% water, and the lungs are about 83% water, it makes sense that we need water to survive. The skin contains 64% water, muscles and kidneys are 79%, and even the bones are watery: 31%. So it stands to reason if we drink water and we absorb water through our skin then what we drink has an effect on us. We can survive without food but we cannot survive without water.

Facts About Water:

Water serves a number of essential functions to keep us all going

  • A vital nutrient to the life of every cell, acts first as a building material.
  • It regulates our internal body temperature by sweating and respiration
  • The carbohydrates and proteins that our bodies use as food are metabolized and transported by water in the bloodstream;
  • It assists in flushing waste mainly through urination
  • Acts as a shock absorber for brain, spinal cord, and fetus
  • Forms saliva
  • Lubricates joints
  • Babies and kids have more water (as a percentage) than adults.
  • Women have less water than men (as a percentage).
  • People with more fatty tissue have less water than people with less fatty tissue (as a percentage).

https://www.usgs.gov/special-topics/water-science-school/science/water-you-water-and-human-body

Emoto said that water was a “blueprint for our reality” and that emotional “energies” and “vibrations” could change its physical structure.

His water crystal experiments consisted of exposing water in glasses to various words, pictures, or music, then freezing it and examining the ice crystals’ aesthetic properties with microscopic photography.

He claimed that water exposed to positive speech and thoughts created visually “pleasing” ice crystals, and that negative intentions yielded “ugly” ice formations. Before knocking it at least try and see for yourself.

Emoto held that different water sources produced different ice structures. For example, he held that water from a mountain stream, when frozen, showed structures of beautifully-shaped geometric designs; but that water from polluted sources created distorted, randomly formed ice structures. He held that these changes could be eliminated by exposing water to ultraviolet light or certain electromagnetic waves.

Reducing Stress & Breathing Techniques:

https://hbr.org/2020/09/research-why-breathing-is-so-effective-at-reducing-stress?utm_campaign=hbr&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedinnewsletter&tpcc=linkedinnewsletter

Further Reading

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_memory

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17678810/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masaru_Emoto

“Power of Water -Jake Ducey”
“Poisoning By H2O”.
“Water Molecules”.
“Masaru Emoto”.
“The Magical Properties of Water – Water is a Liquid Computer”.

Final Thoughts From The Editor.

I will continue to do my research but placebo effect or not the water that I manipulate seems to help my mental well-being much better than the medication I take. I am not claiming miracles it is my own personal observation that I note seems to work for me.

I will publish my finding on the 3 jar experiment as soon as I am able to do it and it will be an update within this post.

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#memorywater #watermemory #waterexperiment #dremoto #masaruemoto #JacquesBenveniste

Get Cozy With A Hot Cup of Tea.

When it’s cold and windy outside snuggle up with a hot cup of tea.

Tea can help with your mental health it can create an alert and calm state of mind. Studies have shown that the amino acid L-theanine that is found in the tea plant alters the attention receptors in the brain and has demonstrable effects on brain waves, leading to a state of feeling and relaxation without causing drowsiness. It can also boost energy levels to help you stay alert depending on the caffeine levels in the blend.

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