Is it OK for a 12 year old to drink coffee?

Pediatricians suggest children under the age of 12 years should not eat or drink any caffeine-containing foods or drinks. For children older than twelve, caffeine intake should fall between a maximum of 85-100 milligrams (mg) per day. That’s the equivalent of about two 12oz cans of soda or one 8 oz cup of coffee.

What are the side effects of drinking coffee as a kid?

In both kids and adults, too much caffeine can cause:

• jitters and nervousness.
• upset stomach.
• headaches.
• difficulty concentrating.
• trouble sleeping.
• faster heart rate.
• higher blood pressure.

What age should kids start drinking coffee?

Most young children already have plenty of energy without the need for coffee to sustain them throughout the day, so at least until they are 12 years old, it’s best to avoid giving your kids coffee if possible.

What are the benefits of not drinking coffee?

Consume any more than that and the advantages of abandoning caffeine can stack up faster than a pile of donut holes next to your coffee mug. Researchers agree that people who eliminate caffeine from their daily diets may enjoy myriad health benefits, including: A lower risk of heart attack.

What happens to your body when you quit drinking coffee?

When you stop drinking coffee, you deprive your body of adrenaline and dopamine, hormones that act as natural stimulants and keep you awake. Instead, a flood of adenosine—a hormone responsible for rest and tiredness—rushes to your head, causing a change to your brain chemistry that results in a headache.

Why you should stop drinking coffee?

To stay on the safe side, it is recommended to stop drinking coffee about six hours before bed, but that doesn’t mean it will necessarily all be out of your system. If you think coffee is affecting your sleep it’s probably best to change your afternoon cup to a morning cup, but there is no guarantee that it still won’t interfere with your sleep.