'I Quit Coffee and My Anxiety Went Away'
I started drinking caffeine when I was 12 years old. I remember the first time I had a sip of coffee. I thought it tasted gross, but over time I got used to it. I was so young; drinking coffee didn't give me any negative symptoms. In fact, when I drank coffee, it helped me focus. At the time, I was not aware that I had attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Similarly to ADHD medication, coffee was a stimulant that helped me sit still and concentrate in the classroom. While growing up, my dad worked in the coffee industry, roasting beans that were good for the environment. We were big coffee drinkers in my family for a good amount of time and I really grew to love the art of coffee, the coffee shop aesthetic, and the vibe. Sitting in a coffee shop and doing my work felt good. quit coffee caffeine addiction Chelsea Gilliland CHLSY Chelsea Gilliland (inset) quit drinking caffeine in December 2022. She felt a number of health and wellbeing benefits. Stock image. NAGAI...