I have no problem drinking coffee and i rather enjoy it (I'd hope so, 'cause I have 7 different ways of making it). I've never given myself a limit, but I'm usually satisfied at around 2 mugs per day or so.

Coffee dont bother me, i drink about 5 cups every morning, then the rest of the day im drinking coke, or else i get too nervous if i go without it. it might be because i used too be an alcoholic back in the late 80s until 1998 so after i quit alcohol i went to drinking coke.

I love coffee and it helped me start my day but my uncle who is a doctor saw me in the kitchen in the morning brewing my coffee told me that it was not good for someone in my “medical condition “ and it activates the nerves in my brain and went off into this huge lecture. He said that for me that may also increase the sharp headache pains that I get that feel like electricity shooting in my head. It will not eliminate them but reduce it, and caffeine does not mix well with my meds. From then on, I stopped my love for coffee, if I do, it’s caffeine free and not as often.

I'm the same way, I love coffee! Still drink it black, but have cut back from my pot a day to a cup or two. I was diagnosed with epilepsy 3 yrs ago at 57. I also have an 80 yr old Mom who is concerned and mindful of health for her age. Stress, and lack of sleep are definite factors or me too. Thank you for sharing, and wishing you well!