Anyone else find themselves needing a caffeine detox once or twice a year? How long do you give yourself before going back and what are your alternatives in the interim?

WNY Polish. Pierogi making, music loving, dog dad.

Wellness

Highly recommend taking a caffeine fast (7+ days off caffeine) every once in a while

It will re-regulate your adenosine systems. Adenosine is under-discussed, but it’s basically the relaxation neurotransmitter

Caffeine withdrawals are a bitch, but it’s worth the reduced anxiety, muscular tension, and improved sleep

Yes, frequently @pieroguy — see an old cast here: https://warpcast.com/androidsixteen.eth/0x2c7e194c

My goal is to try and wean off entirely at some point, but I’m not there yet

For fasts, recommend at least a month to feel full effects but minimum a week, couple times a year

Hot chocolate, morning exercise + sunshine and less workload are all ideal during the fast (especially initial days, if you get headaches as part of withdrawal)

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