Explains Eat This, Not That Afternoon experts often do not recommend drinking coffee. This is due to five effects that this drink has on the body.Discuss
A cup of coffee, drunk in the afternoon or evening, can lead to several unpleasant consequences. And you need to be prepared for them.
- It will become more difficult to fall asleep. A 2014 study published in the Journal of Biological Rhythms found that caffeine even five hours before bedtime can increase the time it takes to fall asleep. Study participants took a dose of this substance equal to two cups of espresso.
- Sleep will be restless. One study in the Journal of Biological Rhythms showed that if a person received a dose of caffeine five hours before going to bed, they would wake up more often at night. In addition, periods of REM sleep will increase, and deep (“slow”) sleep will decrease.
- Circadian rhythm will be disrupted. This can make it even harder for you to get out of bed in the morning. A 2015 study (published in Science Translational Medicine) showed that caffeine knocks off a person's biological clock by about 40 minutes three hours before bedtime.
- You will sweat more. A study published in 2015 in Menopause showed that coffee can increase night sweats. This is especially true for women who have gone through menopause.
- You will go to the toilet more often at night. Caffeine is an excellent diuretic. According to a scientific article in the International Urogynecology Journal, drinking too much coffee can lead to incontinence. A 2011 study also found that caffeine is bad for those with an overactive bladder symptom: the drink can increase urinary urgency and frequency.
Materials news of a nature cannot be equated with a doctor's prescription. Before making a decision, consult with a specialist.