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If you're consuming more than 400 milligrams of caffeine and feel nervous, jumpy or have trouble sleeping, chances are good that you're overdoing it. Your best bet is beginning the process of curbing your caffeine habit.
Monster is unaware of any fatality anywhere that has been caused by its drinks.ââ Consumer Reports found that Monster Energy contained 92 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce serving; that compares to 100 mg in an 8-ounce cup of coffee. Starbucks Short (8-ounce) espresso drinks â latte, cappuchino, macchiato â have 75 to 90 mg of caffeine. Its brewed coffee has 150 to 175 mg for a Short serving. But serving sizes can be misleading since many folks consume whateverâs in the container. The most popular Starbucks size is Grande (16-ounces), which has twice as much caffeine. Monster Energy cans come in 24-ounces, which is 276 mg. While a little caffeine can increase alertness, boost mood, and give you more energy, too much can cause heart palpitations, nausea, dizziness, high blood pressure, and insomnia. Consumer Reports found seven brands of energy drinks that contain more than 200 mg of caffeine per serving, which are listed below.