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The smell of coffee brewing can surely awaken the senses. When I was
young, just the smell of freshly brewed coffee would draw me from the
comforts of my bed in the early morning. After sipping my first cup
when I was older is when the effects of coffee really began to kick in.

There are definite physical effects of coffee on your body. A cup of
freshly brewed java can boost the body’s alertness, improve performance
and concentration. The internal organs are affected also. There is a
change in the heart rate, raised blood pressure and basal metabolic
rate. It also promotes urine production. Coffee can help relax muscle
tension. Students have discovered these changes and use coffee while
studying for an exam. Along with the students others use it also as a
stimulant to get them going in the morning or keep them awake at night.

Caffeine, of course, is the main ingredient in your cup of java.
Researchers have proven that a safe amount would be one or two cups a
day. When more than two cups are exceeded your body may suffer the
negative effects. This may include insomnia, migraines, increased or
irregular heartbeat, nausea and muscle tension. Your doctor may advise
you to drink less caffeine as continued extreme use may lead to ulcer
or heartburn.

Pregnant women should cut back on their coffee intake or avoid it
altogether since it could cause birth defects and patients with heart
conditions should also avoid it due to the possibility of other health
problems. There are also other substances that contain caffeine such as
tea, sodas and chocolates which should also be restricted.

Having several cups of latte or espresso will not cause a person to
act irrationally or become psychotic. These actions are usually
associated with the use of illegal stimulants or alcohol. But caffeine
can become habit forming. Those who drink it on a regular basis and
suddenly stop may experience what is known as withdrawal effects that
will disappear after a day or two when they are able to once again have
a cup of coffee.

There are some health benefits of coffee. Coffee has been known to
prevent certain diseases. Java for instance has been effective as an
anti-depressant in some people. It has been thought that caffeine may
lessen the chances of developing Parkinson’s disease in men even if
doctors aren’t yet able to determine the cause of this disease.

Coffee has always been very popular is consumed in almost every
household. Today the drive thru coffee house has become a convenient
way to get your morning fix. Imported java can be purchased from the
local market, brewed at home or in the office. The effects it has on
one person may vary with another depending on how different bodies
react to the caffeine. If a person begins feeling it is affecting their
health in a negative way, common sense would be to cut back on their
consumption or stop altogether.