Caffeine: Will It Hurt You?

I could not do the Morning Show without a cup of coffee...Ok a cup and a half. Am I addicted to caffeine, I don't think so. Is the caffeine in a cup and a half of coffee a day bad for me?

I like caffeine because it is a stimulant, it gives me an energy boost, and also boosts my mental clarity, especially first thing in the morning.

Is caffeine addictive, well to a certain degree, but not the kind of addiction you think of when you think of drug abuse for example. If you stop caffeine "cold turkey" you could exhibit signs of withdrawal, including, headaches and irritability.

Does caffeine cause insomnia. It depends on when you use it. If you drink a cup of coffee at bedtime, it will most likely take you longer to fall asleep, but caffeine in the morning should not affect a good night's sleep.

Does caffeine cause bone loss, heart disease and cancer? Not in moderation, 3 cups a day for the average adult, experts say.

There may even be some health benefits to caffeine. Read the full post on Yahoo.

(From Yahoo)