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Does coffee actually have an effect on your mood?
Yes, coffee is a stimulant, which typically elevates your mood, making you feel good. However, with some patients, over stimulation of the nervous system can cause a boost in adrenaline, leading to anxiety. Why does coffee make some people’s stomach hurt? For the same reason it boosts adrenaline, coffee’s stimulant effect causes the stomach to contract and squeeze. In large amounts, this can cause stomach pain. Also, coffee increases the acidity in the stomach, which can be painful for those with acid reflux. If you’re like us, you can’t get by without that cup! Is there a way to drink coffee that’s easier on the stomach? Absolutely! Drinking it very…