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Caffeine Intake vs FDA Daily Limit

Add up your caffeine across coffee, espresso, tea, soda, energy drinks, and chocolate. You see the total in milligrams next to the FDA's 400 mg adult limit.

How to use
  1. Enter how many of each drink you have in a day.
  2. Add any chocolate or supplements.
  3. Compare it against the 400 mg daily limit.
Estimates for general wellness, not medical advice. Check with a doctor or dietitian before acting on health figures.
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Reference ranges

SourceCaffeine (mg)
Brewed coffee (8 oz)95
Espresso shot63
Black tea (8 oz)47
Cola (12 oz)34
Energy drink (8 oz)80

Common questions

How much caffeine is safe per day?

The FDA cites 400 mg a day as safe for most healthy adults, roughly four cups of coffee.

Does chocolate count?

Yes, though it is small. Dark chocolate has about 12 mg per ounce, so it adds up only with large amounts.

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