But where does that fall in terms of recommended daily allowances of caffeine?
Can you expect similar caffeine amounts from home-brewed coffee vs. a cup you pick up from a coffee shop?
In addition, if you drink decaffeinated coffee, you are still getting some caffeine.
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On average, an 8-ounce cup of decaf coffee contains around 25 mg of caffeine.
Coffee Size
Not all cups and mugs of coffee of the same portion size.
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Certain types of coffee and brewing techniques result in slightly higher caffeine levels.
Caffeine content also depends on the roasting level of coffee.
Teas and sodas contain caffeine, too.
Typically, coffee contains more caffeine per serving than tea.
Additionally, certain types of tea, like green or white, generally contain less caffeine thanblack tea.
Certain energy drinks and specialty sodas designed to boost energy or alertness may contain even higher levels of caffeine.
Whats Considered a Lot of Caffeine?
When it comes to caffeine, the answer to how much is too much depends on the individual.
For instance, limits can be influenced by factors like caffeine tolerance, sensitivity, and overall health.
Generally speaking, consuming more than 400 mg of caffeine daily is often considered excessive for most healthy adults.
This amount is roughly equivalent to four 8-ounce cups of brewed coffee.
It’s important to recognize that coffee may not be your only source of caffeine in a day.
Plain water is considered the best source of hydration.
Consuming one to four cups of coffee daily is considered moderate and generally safe for many adults.
It may even offeranti-inflammatoryand antioxidant benefits.
An 8-ounce cup generally contains around 95 mg of caffeine.
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