Ultimate Guide on How To Get Rid of Caffeine Jitters

You were just trying to get a little help waking up, and now this. That joyful lift that you felt at 6 a.m. has turned south. Like, deep south. Maybe that espresso shot you took after your cold brew wasn’t such a good idea after all.

Your eyelid is twitching for some reason, your heart is racing, and a headache is definitely coming on.

Yep, another over-caffeinated Monday.

We get it. Over-the-top caffeine consumption is how you tolerate those extra Monday-like Mondays. But now what? How does one get rid of the jitters?

We’ll tell you.

 

How To Get Rid of The Notorious Caffeine Jitters

First, a technical question: How much caffeine is too much?

Everybody metabolizes caffeine differently. That’s because your age, genetics, weight, tolerance, and liver all play a role in how quickly you process caffeine. While the response to caffeine varies, 400 mg or above is generally the amount considered excessive for adults. And it is important to keep in mind that the maximum tolerated dose of caffeine differs between children and adults.
 
When you consume too much caffeine, it causes you to be stressed. Once that happens, your body naturally sends out adrenaline to deal with the stress. This increase in adrenaline will cause you to sweat a lot, increase your blood pressure, and some people even experience heart palpitations in addition to the notorious jitters.

If you are feeling jittery from consuming too much caffeine, give these tips a try:

 

Stop Caffeinating As Soon As You Notice Adverse Effects

If you notice some uncomfortable symptoms like shakiness, put down that bright colored can or mug of coffee. Beverages and foods with caffeine include coffee, tea, energy drinks, chocolate, soda, and some desserts and ice creams.

Decaf coffee is a great choice if you still want to enjoy the flavor and health benefits of your favorite cup of java. It contains very low amounts of caffeine, at 2-8 mg per cup.

Furthermore, pay close attention to supplements, medications, and personal care products that may contain caffeine. For example, over-the-counter pain relievers like aspirin can pack upwards of 40-60 mg of caffeine in a single tablet.

The most important thing to do when you notice the caffeine jitters creeping in is to just stop drinking it for the time being.

 

Drink Water and Stay Hydrated

An effective and simple way to get rid of your jitters is to flush out your system with good ol’ H2O. Guzzling water will decrease the effects of caffeine in a relatively short time.

Caffeine is a natural diuretic and can quickly dehydrate you, which can sometimes amplify your jitters, so filling up on some water can help. Try having a glass of water for every energy drink or cup of coffee you consume. You’ll thank us later.

 

Get Moving And Exercise

You just crossed the caffeine line, which probably means you can’t sit still. Thankfully, exercising will help metabolize the caffeine and get all of that unwanted energy you’ve got bottled up, out!

Try taking a brisk walk, stretching, or going for a quick jog. All of these will improve your mind, body, and soul and, in doing so, can reduce your jitters.

Eat A Hearty Meal

Eating a hearty meal may slow the release of caffeine into your bloodstream. Opt for slow-digesting, fiber-rich foods, such as beans, lentils, whole grains, starchy veggies, nuts, and seeds.

  

Replace Lost Electrolytes

In some cases, too much caffeine can make you sick -  like, really sick. If you have been sick to your stomach or happen to have diarrhea, you’re not just losing water but also electrolytes. You can replace those with an electrolyte replacement solution like Pedialyte.

  

Practice Deep Breathing

If you are feeling anxious, chances are that your breathing is fast and shallow - and that will only further increase your restlessness and jitters. Take slow, deep, deliberate breaths to bring your breathing back to normal and calm down.

 

Drink Proper Wild

While it’s not a means of immediately getting rid of some current jitters, a great way to avoid the jitters in the future is by simply drinking a healthier energy drink that contains L-Theanine like the ones found at Proper Wild.

Proper Wild’s 100% plant-based shots are made with organic caffeine from green tea to provide clean, long-lasting energy. They contain 2x more caffeine than a shot of espresso but the L-Theanine is the “secret sauce” and it works synergistically with that caffeine to deliver energy that’s sustainable without the jitters!

Summary

If you’ve got a little too much of a caffeine buzz going on right now, the steps are simple:

• Stop drinking your caffeinated drink immediately. Check the caffeine content of all other beverages you drink after this point. 

• Drink some water, and make it a proper part of your daily hydration.

• Get up and go for a little stroll if you can. This will help reduce your restlessness and get your metabolism moving.

• If you’re feeling sick to your stomach, be sure to replace lost electrolytes and practice deep breathing.

• Instead of drinking coffee or a commercial energy drink, opt for a healthier beverage loaded with L-Theanine like the ones found at Proper Wild. 

Caffeine is extremely powerful. It can be your best friend and your worst nightmare, depending on how you use it. For those searching for a healthier energy jolt, look no further and give Proper Wild a try.

Our Proper Wild Energy Shots are made with organic caffeine from green tea to provide clean, long-lasting energy with reduced jitters and crash. They are 100% plant-based and are made with absolutely no artificial ingredients or added sugars, so you can experience caffeine exactly how it should be: smooth, long-lasting, and free of junk and preservatives.

Give our Proper Wild Energy Shots a try today and see the difference clean caffeine can make. Trust us, you’ll be glad you did!