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Caffeine gives you a buzz and is therefore popular. However, high amounts can cause nervousness, insomnia, sweating and a racing heart.

For adults, 400 milligrams (mgshort formilligram) of caffeine spread over the day, or 200 mgshort formilligram as a single dose, is less problematic for health. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should not consume more than 200 mgshort formilligram per day.

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