Faster Breathing
If you’ve ever had a cup of coffee first thing in the morning, you know that one of the early side effects can be faster breathing. But why does caffeine cause this effect? And is it harmful in any way?
Caffeine is a stimulant. What many people don’t realize, however, is that it also has an impact on the central nervous system. It affects the part of the brain that controls respiration. When an individual drinks caffeine, it causes the body to breathe more deeply and quickly. This is because caffeine stimulates the central nervous system, which tells the muscles that control breathing to work harder.
So, what does this mean for human health? Is it harmful to breathe more quickly? The short answer is no. In most cases, the increased rate of breathing caused by caffeine is not harmful and will go back to normal once the effects of the caffeine wear off. However, drinking caffeinated beverages can cause difficulty breathing for people with pre-existing conditions like asthma and should be avoided.
