Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2682: Ana Gotter, in partnership with Healthline.com, demystifies the caffeine withdrawal process, providing a comprehensive look at its duration, symptoms, and management strategies. Gotter's insights into the physiological and psychological effects of caffeine withdrawal, backed by scientific studies, offer valuable guidance for those contemplating a break from caffeine, emphasizing genetic influences on our coffee cravings and how to navigate withdrawal with minimal discomfort. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.healthline.com/health/how-long-does-caffeine-withdrawal-last Quotes to ponder: "The duration of caffeine withdrawal symptoms vary from person to person, but caffeine withdrawal usually lasts at least two to nine days." "Caffeine is a psychoactive stimulant that decreases drowsiness by blocking adenosine receptors. Adenosine is a neurotransmitter connected to the body’s sleep-wake processes." "If you decide you want to decrease or quit caffeine, try these things to work through your withdrawal symptoms: Taper consumption instead of going cold turkey." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices