Coffee, Tea, or Water
Probably one of the most surprising energy zappers commonly consumed is coffee!!!
The caffeine, especially when combined with added sugar (most ladies like their coffee sweetened), causes blood sugar to go on a roller coaster ride. Additionally, caffeine is a nervous system stimulant, giving a “pick me up” effect by stimulating the central nervous system to liberate energy from the ATP (energy) stores in the brain and body. It also releases energy from calcium in its stored form in the cells. This energy releasing capacity eventually depletes the brain and body of its stored reserves of energy.
To make matters worse, caffeine has a strong diuretic effect on the kidneys, causing increased urine output, which therefore, makes it a dehydrating agent. In other words, the soda and coffee people often drink in place of water actually leaves them more dehydrated. (Studies show that at least 75% of Americans are dehydrated.) This has a further draining effect on energy levels, as “hydroelectric” energy production in the body requires water (the “hydro” part meaning water). Many scientists and health researchers now consider hydroelectric energy to be a major source of energy production in the body.
It’s quite ironic that people often drink coffee for its “pick me up” effect, all the while creating the opposite effect in the long run. It’s sort of like a compulsive shopper or spender, constantly making withdrawals from the bank–only in this case, it’s a withdrawal of energy!
Tags: caffeine, coffee, Dehydration, energyzappers, hydroelectric energy, Water
