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Posted by Lao Tzu on March 3, 2011, at 15:42:58
In addition to my meds and vitamins, I find that a small cup of coffee in the morning and mid-afternoon helps perk me up and I feel somewhat better. That is to say, if your anxiety is under control with meds and/or vitamins, a cup of coffee now and then might be good medicine. I knew someone who was on Paxil, and since this medicine can make you feel tired during the day, he used to drink a few cups of coffee each day. He smoked too, but I don't recommend that behavior. Some people say green tea gives them a lift, but I always felt worse from drinking green tea. I don't know why that is. I guess everybody's different. I gave up on the energy drinks. They may help somewhat, but I don't like all the crap they put in them. Coffee works for me.
Lao
Posted by Christ_empowered on March 3, 2011, at 16:03:49
In reply to A cup of Joe for the Afternoon Blues?, posted by Lao Tzu on March 3, 2011, at 15:42:58
I'm a fan of coffee myself, so I have to agree with you. Now that my anxiety+agitation is under control, I can indulge w/o any problems. The coffee seems to lift my mood and improve my thinking a bit, plus its a lot cheaper than energy drinks (assuming you make it yourself).
Posted by former poster on March 10, 2011, at 22:49:35
In reply to Re: A cup of Joe for the Afternoon Blues?, posted by Christ_empowered on March 3, 2011, at 16:03:49
My day is usually better, upbeat and more productive when I have a cup or 2. I really think its addictive. Try giving up coffee after having it every day for a year or more. It almost as hard to quit as amphetamine for me. Thankful it seems to not be harmful.
Posted by Christ_empowered on March 12, 2011, at 18:58:46
In reply to Re: A cup of Joe for the Afternoon Blues? » Christ_empowered, posted by former poster on March 10, 2011, at 22:49:35
I've read that some studies indicate potential health benefits (reduced type II diabetes risk, reduced Parkinson's risk)from regular+moderate coffee consumption. That's not say its not potentially addictive--I've found that now its hard for me to fully wake up w/o a cup or two in the AM--but at least something good may come of indulging in this particular habit.
Posted by former poster on March 16, 2011, at 14:00:54
In reply to Re: A cup of Joe for the Afternoon Blues?, posted by Christ_empowered on March 12, 2011, at 18:58:46
I've heard that the Finnish often have a cup before bed to help them sleep.
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