Question 1

is it possible that decaffeinated coffee have bad side effects?

Accepted Answer

Yes even: decaffeinated coffee can have side effects. But were there particular side effects you were concerned about?

Question 2

i ordered decaffeinated coffee, but later found out it was regular. is there something i can do to offset the caffeinated affects?

Accepted Answer

Calming teas: Chamomile tea can be calming and reduce the effect of caffeine. So can passionflower or lemon balm tea. 
You should also sit or lie down and take several slow, deep, intentional breaths to help calm you as well.

Question 3

i know coffee should be avoided for heartburn. however, is decaffeinated coffee ok?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: While obviously decaffeinated coffee is caffeine free, it is still quite acidic and can cause significant irritation.

Question 4

can caffeine interfere with conceiving?  and if so is decaffeinated coffee a better option?

Accepted Answer

See below: Yes caffeine can interfere with conception and has been associated with miscarriage with high amounts.   Drink no more than 1 to 11/2  8oz cups a day.  You can drink decaff, but beware that it does have small amounts of caffeine.

Question 5

is decaf coffee good for your health?

Accepted Answer

Who knows: I don't know of any studies that look into decaf coffee and whether it can help improve certain indicators of good health.

Question 6

is decaf coffee safe for a person with arritmia?

Accepted Answer

Likely: Does depend on the type of arrythmia a bit, and medications.
Also on volume of decaf( really low caf generally.).

Question 7

is decaf coffee okay during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Should be: The amount of caffeine that crosses the placenta into the fetus is minimal and shouldn't be a problem.  In fact, for premies who have "apnea of prematurity" they do give caffeine to stimulate their breathing.

Question 8

can decaf coffee cause anxiety?

Accepted Answer

A slight chance: One cup of decaf coffee can still contain a minimum amt. Of caffeine - around 2 mg. If you are extremely sensitive to caffeine, then you may develop anxiety. Prozac (fluoxetine) can help for depression, but is not the best medicine for anxiety.

Question 9

is decaf coffee okay to have if u have gastritis?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Decaff coffee is ok when you have gastritis. It is usually the caffeine that contributes to the irritation in the stomach.

Question 10

how can drinking decaf coffee make me feel ill? just an overall ill feeling . i quit regular coffee 7 months ago.

Accepted Answer

Ill from decaf: Perhaps it is a coincidence. Make sure you are not ill from something else first. How many cups/day. A few individuals are intolerant of the processing technique but that is rare.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Doctor answers about:

Dangers of decaffeinated coffee

A member asked:

Is it possible that decaffeinated coffee have bad side effects?

A member asked:

I ordered decaffeinated coffee, but later found out it was regular. is there something i can do to offset the caffeinated affects?

A member asked:

I know coffee should be avoided for heartburn. however, is decaffeinated coffee ok?

A member asked:

Can caffeine interfere with conceiving? and if so is decaffeinated coffee a better option?

A member asked:

Is decaf coffee good for your health?

A member asked:

Is decaf coffee safe for a person with arritmia?

A member asked:

Is decaf coffee okay during pregnancy?

A member asked:

Can decaf coffee cause anxiety?

A member asked:

Is decaf coffee okay to have if u have gastritis?

A member asked:

How can drinking decaf coffee make me feel ill? just an overall ill feeling . i quit regular coffee 7 months ago.

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?