How Many Cups Of Coffee Should We Drink Per Day To Reduce Anxiety And Stress?

According to SAEDNEWS, recent research shows that moderate coffee consumption may be associated with a reduced risk of mood disorders and stress. Based on these studies, the “golden point” of coffee consumption is around 2 to 3 cups per day, which has been reported to be associated with the lowest incidence of mental health problems.

These findings come from a large study of more than 461,000 people in the UK Biobank database, followed for an average of 13.4 years. During this period, more than 18,000 mood disorder cases and around 18,000 stress-related disorder cases were recorded, showing that moderate consumption is the lowest-risk pattern, while very low or very high intake is associated with increased risk.

In terms of recommended intake, the general guideline for healthy adults is a maximum of 400 milligrams of caffeine per day, which is approximately equivalent to 2 to 3 standard cups of coffee.

Regarding the possible mechanisms of coffee’s effects on mental health, researchers point to antioxidant compounds, increased dopamine activity, and improved alertness through adenosine receptor blockade. However, a definitive cause-and-effect relationship has not yet been proven.

Experts emphasize that individual responses to caffeine vary. In some people, coffee may improve concentration and mood, while in others it may cause anxiety, palpitations, and sleep disturbances. Factors such as drinking on an empty stomach, lack of sleep, and excessive intake can also increase caffeine sensitivity.