Caffeine withdrawal symptoms usually occur because of the suddenness of quitting. Going cold turkey can be a shock for the body. If the person has been consuming large quantities of caffeine, the effects will likely be worse. As is the case with quitting many habits or addictions, cold turkey is often not the most sustainable option. Instead, symptoms of caffeine withdrawal can be lessened or even avoided altogether by cutting down caffeine intake gradually and giving the body time to adjust to caffeine in lower doses.

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