Do you want to know how much caffeine is there in drinks like coffee, tea and soft drinks? If yes, then check out the table of ‘caffeine content of drinks’ given here.

Caffeine Content Of Drinks

Hot drinks in winters and cold beverages in summers are essential for many people around us. Some people rely too much on tea; others prefer coffee, while there are still those who go for aerated drinks. One thing that is common in almost all the drinks is caffeine. It is a major ingredient in most of the hot and cold drinks taken by people. We all know that too much caffeine is not healthy for the body. In order to keep you caffeine intake under check, we have provide the list of the most popular coffee, tea and soft drinks, with the amount of caffeine in them. Check out how much caffeine is there in your drinks and ascertain whether you need to cut down on the intake or not.
 
Caffeine Content of Drinks 

Drink
Amount
Caffeine Content
Coffee, Drip 
8 ounces
115-175 mg
Coffee, Brewed 
8 ounces
80-135 mg
Coffee, Decaf, Brewed 
8 ounces
3-4 mg
Coffee, Decaf, Instant 
8 ounces
2-3 mg
Coffee, Espresso
2 ounces
100 mg
Coffee, Instant 
8 ounces
65-100 mg
Tea, Iced 
8 ounces
47 mg
Tea, Brewed
8 ounces
40-60 mg
Tea, Instant 
8 ounces
30 mg
Tea, Green 
8 ounces
15 mg
Hot Cocoa
8 ounces
14 mg
Nestea Sweet Iced Tea
12 ounces
26.5 mg
Nestea Unsweetened Iced Tea
12 ounces
26 mg
Mountain Dew 
12 ounces
55.0 mg
Diet Coke 
12 ounces
45.6 mg
Coca-Cola Classic 
12 ounces
34.0 mg
Diet Pepsi 
12 ounces
36.0 mg
Pepsi-Cola 
12 ounces
37.5 mg
Sprite
12 ounces
0 mg
7-Up 
12 ounces
0 mg
Slice
12 ounces
0 mg
Root Beer
12 ounces
0 mg

 
Too Much Caffeine - Bad For Health
If you are one of those people who swear by caffeine day and night, be aware of the fact that consuming it in excess amount can have a harmful effect on the body. When consumed in unhealthy amounts, it can lead to anxiety, headaches, irritability, restlessness, muscle tremors, nausea, diarrhea or other gastrointestinal problems, sleep disturbances and abnormal heart rhythm in people. Apart from that, it is also addictive in nature. After being a habitual consumer, as you reduce its usage, you will suffer from withdrawal symptoms as well, in the form of depression, drowsiness, fatigue, mood instability, etc. So, refer to the table given above and make sure that your caffeine intake is always under control.

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