We get it - coffee is a whole thing. The ritual, the smell, the moment of peace before the chaos of the day. But what if your coffee habit is doing more harm than good?

If you’ve ever felt jittery, anxious, or like you’re running on borrowed energy, your daily cup (or three) might be the reason why. Let’s talk about what really happens when you drink too much coffee—and what you can do about it.

The Downside of Coffee (That No One Talks About)

Coffee is a great quick-fix. But over time, too much caffeine can mess with your body in ways that sneak up on you.

1. Jitters & Anxiety – Caffeine triggers your fight-or-flight response, flooding your body with stress hormones. The result? Shaky hands, racing thoughts, and feeling on edge for no reason.

2. Energy Crashes – That wired feeling only lasts so long. When the caffeine wears off, your body overcompensates by producing more adenosine (the sleepy chemical)—which is why you crash hard a few hours later.

3. Sleep Disruption – Even if you drink coffee early in the day, caffeine lingers in your system for up to 10 hours. So if you struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up groggy, your coffee habit might be the culprit.

4. Cortisol Overload – Caffeine spikes cortisol (your stress hormone), which means drinking too much coffee can keep you in a constant state of stress—not ideal if you're already juggling a million things.

How Much Coffee is Too Much?

Everyone reacts differently to caffeine, but if you:

⚡ Feel anxious, restless, or jittery after your morning coffee
😴 Struggle to fall or stay asleep—even if you drink coffee hours earlier
🥱 Need multiple coffees just to stay awake
💥 Crash in the afternoon and reach for more caffeine or sugar

…you might be overdoing it.

What to Drink Instead (Without Losing Your Morning Ritual)

Instead of relying on high-caffeine spikes, swap in something that gives you steady energy without the crash.

Cacao: Packed with theobromine, a natural stimulant that provides longer-lasting energy without jittery side effects. Plus, it’s rich in magnesium to keep your nervous system calm.

Ready to Break the Caffeine Cycle?

If your coffee habit is starting to feel like a toxic relationship, it might be time to mix things up.

Try Cacao Instead →

P.S. You don’t have to quit coffee - just give your nervous system a break. Your energy levels will thank you.