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Caffeine and Stress

Chronic low-level stress can lead the body to prioritize fat storage over muscle gain, as muscle is considered an "expensive" resource. People often turn to caffeine for quick energy boosts, but mismanagement—like consuming it late in the day or failing to take breaks—can exacerbate stress and disrupt sleep. To effectively reduce caffeine intake, one can either wean off gradually or go cold turkey, though both methods come with their own challenges.