Q I'm an IT developer and I pour down three or four cups of coffee or energy drinks a day just to get through. Does this make the fatigue worse?
A Caffeine only masks fatigue temporarily; it doesn't remove it. Overuse disrupts sleep and creates a vicious cycle that increases fatigue the next day. Rather than quitting cold turkey, cutting back in the late afternoon and evening while restoring sleep is the priority.
Detailed Answer
Caffeine helps you push through temporarily with its stimulant effect, but it doesn't replenish your underlying energy. Afternoon and evening caffeine lowers sleep quality, leading to sleep that doesn't refresh you, which in turn drives you to need even more caffeine the next day — a vicious cycle. Alcohol and stimulating food also interfere with sleep and recovery, so it's best to reduce these together.
Our Korean Medicine Clinic's Perspective
Dongjedang's treatment aims to turn a body that has been running on caffeine into one that generates its own energy. By restoring reduced digestive strength and energy, natural alertness and deep sleep return, giving you the strength to get through the day without relying on stimulants.
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