Ive been thinking of going caffeine and alcohol free for a while. Alcohol wouldnt be an issue but I really love coffee.

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      yes, a gradual taper is a good idea - much better than cold turkey.

      Eventually switching to black tea, then green tea, then white tea would also help.

      Might also be good to keep a log as a way to ensure you know exactly how many mg of caffeine you’re consuming, and to keep yourself honest.

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      30 days ago

      I’ve quit twice to see the effects. Crushing headaches start in 24 hours and can’t be relieved with anything but caffeine. Yet mere sips of coffee/tea taken daily can stave off withdrawal. With < 2 cups of coffee total, you can wean yourself off completely symptom free.

      Day 1 150ml

      Day 2 125 ml

      Day 3 100 ml and so on.