Saturday, January 7, 2012

Inhale your caffeine?

Yes I know there are health risks to too much caffeine, but I love my morning cup of coffee.  If I don't get it, I might be a little cranky. I try to keep the calories low. I do add a little creamer.  I don't go beyond the 2-4 cups that are considered safe.  I think that is where I draw the line when it comes to caffeine intake. 

Today I saw the new caffeine inhalers!!! Wow! Forget the caffeine beverages like coffee and soda, skip the calories and just inhale your caffeine. I am not sure how I really feel about this.  Seems like it might end up being problematic. For those using it just to get the caffeine in lieu of drinking 5 or 6 cups of coffee it MIGHT be safe.  But if mixed with alcohol, it could definitely be problematic.   There are a lot of critics whose main concern about the use of the inhalers is this potentially deadly mix with alcohol especially if the drinking is heavy.  

In my opinion, the extra caffeine jolt isn't worth the unknown risks. Just have your morning coffee instead.   Whatever you do, learn a little about them before you grab them at the gas station convenience store!

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