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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 7:44:02 GMT
It happened by accident when I ran out of coffee about 6 weeks ago but, even now, if I get the slightest whiff I'm craving the stuff.
Trying not to go back because it gave me mental headaches when I quit but am genuinely amazed at the pull of the stuff.
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Post by Totally Tropical Tiesto on Aug 8, 2012 7:46:38 GMT
:chugs on third cup of the day:
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Post by SausEggSarnie on Aug 8, 2012 7:49:21 GMT
<plunges caffe tier - pours and lights ciggy>
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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 7:49:39 GMT
:chugs on third cup of the day: Next time you want to recreate that feeling of immense stress related migraine headache just go a day without the stuff.
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Post by Totally Tropical Tiesto on Aug 8, 2012 7:51:04 GMT
:chugs on third cup of the day: Next time you want to recreate that feeling of immense stress related migraine headache just go a day without the stuff. That was yesterday, two industrial pain killers inherited from the Mrs' uncle sorted that out. It's not healthy, but it's keeping me going until the baby sleeps.
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Post by Fido on Aug 8, 2012 7:54:47 GMT
I used to drink loads of strong filter coffee in the days before there were about a thousand different stylees. It was get, up, stick on coffee, light fag and so to give up smoking the coffee had to go too. Since then I still enjoy the odd cup but it sometimes gives me the shakes or makes me feel sick.
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Post by Totally Tropical Tiesto on Aug 8, 2012 7:57:11 GMT
I used to drink loads of strong filter coffee in the days before there were about a thousand different stylees. It was get, up, stick on coffee, light fag I bet you stank.
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Post by Fido on Aug 8, 2012 7:58:20 GMT
I used to drink loads of strong filter coffee in the days before there were about a thousand different stylees. It was get, up, stick on coffee, light fag I bet you stank. Yep. Still do.
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Post by edhopper on Aug 8, 2012 8:03:34 GMT
I'm just over a week without caffeine, and although I was a rageAholic for 3 days with headaches and fatigue I now feel a lot calmer generally. I could drink one but wouldn't want the side effects again.
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Post by Bibbel on Aug 8, 2012 8:04:47 GMT
I almost can't imagine starting the day without at least five cups of black coffee. <slurps>
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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 8:05:29 GMT
I'm just over a week without caffeine, and although I was a rageAholic for 3 days with headaches and fatigue I now feel a lot calmer generally. I could drink one but wouldn't want the side effects again. +1 to dat. I sleep far better. How's the ark coming along?
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Post by belfastbaggie on Aug 8, 2012 8:11:36 GMT
The way coffee raises my blood pressure is when I have to stand in a queue in Costa/Starbucks/Nero etc and wait while four geeks/nerds order 4 cappuccinos - that always brings out my caffeine-range (my probation officer is helping me deal with it)
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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 8:15:52 GMT
The way coffee raises my blood pressure is when I have to stand in a queue in Costa/Starbucks/Nero etc and wait while four geeks/nerds order 4 cappuccinos - that always brings out my caffeine-range (my probation officer is helping me deal with it) If you frequent that type of place you deserve all you get (unless it's a painful death like Thatcher - that would be overkill). Don't leave your Ipad behind FFS!
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Post by Bibbel on Aug 8, 2012 8:16:36 GMT
If you drink enough coffee all you can see is movement (like a leopard). This is inconvenient in a room full of inanimate objects. <stumbles>
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Post by PK on Aug 8, 2012 8:17:45 GMT
I have never drunk a cup of coffee in my life. I don't believe in polluting my body.
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Post by Totally Tropical Tiesto on Aug 8, 2012 8:29:01 GMT
I'm now tempted to try and follow Soph's lead, been having blinding headaches for the last few days.
Any tips on a decent drink to replace? Hate water and decaf is like licking out your sister.
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Post by El Ghamidget on Aug 8, 2012 8:30:15 GMT
I was always a tea man, but in recent years a decent cup of coffee has become really enjoyable. The strong stuff does leave me feeling a bit 'wired' but all in moderation eh?
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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 8:33:36 GMT
I'm now tempted to try and follow Soph's lead, been having blinding headaches for the last few days. Any tips on a decent drink to replace? Hate water and decaf is like licking out your sister. I'm not completely sure I'd recommend it - it ain't the caffeine that's stopping you from sleeping lad. I'm just on water personally. Herbal teas with Ginseng in (I rarely have Blackcurrant, Vanilla and Ginseng) give a little lift - but it ay caffeine. Concentration improves eventually but first thing in the morning is... less frenetic.
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Post by Totally Tropical Tiesto on Aug 8, 2012 8:35:26 GMT
Would throttling a random accountant be okay? That would help no end.
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Post by PK on Aug 8, 2012 8:37:01 GMT
Would throttling a random accountant be okay? That would help no end. I was tempted a few times in years gone by.
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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 8:40:15 GMT
Would throttling a random accountant be okay? That would help no end. Told you before mon - meditation is the way.
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Post by Totally Tropical Tiesto on Aug 8, 2012 8:44:05 GMT
Would throttling a random accountant be okay? That would help no end. Told you before mon - medication is the way. Edited!
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Post by WBA Baracus on Aug 8, 2012 8:54:24 GMT
Talking about coffee, has anyone seen these Café Zero things for sale in the UK? Had them in Portugal and they were very nice, basically chilled coffee, bit like a milkshake. Only 220 kcal each
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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 8:56:48 GMT
Talking about coffee, has anyone seen these Café Zero things for sale in the UK? Had them in Portugal and they were very nice, basically chilled coffee, bit like a milkshake. Only 220 kcal each I've been drinking cold coffee since before it was fashionable to do so.
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Post by PK on Aug 8, 2012 8:57:04 GMT
ORANGE MOCHA FRAPPUCINO!!!
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Post by Dharma_Albion on Aug 8, 2012 8:58:37 GMT
ORANGE MOCHA FRAPPUCINO YA!!! Edited.
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Post by PK on Aug 8, 2012 9:00:31 GMT
Are you not aware that I get farty and bloated from a foamy latte?
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Post by WBA Baracus on Aug 8, 2012 9:00:37 GMT
I've been drinking cold coffee since before it was fashionable to do so. So have I. I do, on rare occasions, have busy periods of work where I simply forget to drink my mug of coffee then neck it cold. Even Monster energy drinks do a coffee flavoured one now. Iced coffee is very nice in most forms tbh.
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Post by theunit on Aug 8, 2012 9:06:48 GMT
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Post by PK on Aug 8, 2012 9:08:18 GMT
It appears I have logged onto Mumsnet. Whoever keeps smiting you is a bellwhiff.
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