High Caffeine and Joint Pain
Caffeine in moderation is not harmful and may even be beneficial. Caffeine wakes up the nervous system and can help fight symptoms of fatigue. Excessive caffeine, however, has been blamed for a plethora of health ailments, including joint pain.
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Significance
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Too much caffeine can cause insomnia, anxiety, stomach distresses, rapid or irregular heartbeat and muscle tremors. Muscle tremors put stress and pressure on the joints and can cause pain.
Weak Bones
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Caffeine has been reported to weaken bones and cause joint pain. A study in Arthritis Today reported that arthritis sufferers may find relief by curtailing their caffeine intake.
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Restless Leg Syndrome
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Restless Leg Syndrome, or RLS, causes chronic leg pain. Caffeine is a known contributor to this ailment; eliminating or reducing caffeine intake improves symptoms for many people, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Chest Cavity Pain
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Pain in the chest and in the joints around the chest can be caused by caffeine, according to the Mayo Clinic. Many people mistake this pain for a heart attack. Any chest pain should be immediately addressed and treated.
Drug Interactions
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Caffeine can interfere with or reduce the effectiveness of some joint pain medications. The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society website reported diminished relief from some rheumatoid arthritis drugs with caffeine intake.
Have A Cup
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Before you swear off caffeine consider the April 2009 study published in Science Daily. The report showed that caffeine intake may not only enhance physical performance, it may also reduce joint pain.
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