Stress can affect sleep, which can make it very tempting to rely on caffeinated sodas and coffee drinks to get through the day, but caffeine can worsen anxiety. Research shows that caffeine stimulates the regions of the brain that process threats, which can increase and even precipitate stress and anxiety.

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