India, June 8 -- For many people, coffee is a non-negotiable part of the morning routine, providing the energy boost needed to kick-start the day. But while that caffeine hit can leave you feeling more awake and alert, it can also have an unwanted side effect: jitters, a racing heart, restlessness, and even sensations that resemble an anxiety attack. In some individuals, consuming too much caffeine - or simply being more sensitive to it - can amplify the body's stress response and trigger symptoms that feel remarkably similar to anxiety.

Dr Kunal Sood, an anaesthesiologist and interventional pain medicine physician, is shedding light on why coffee may increase anxiety and stress levels in certain individuals. In an Instagram video shared...