How much caffeine per day? A simple guide to dosing

For a healthy adult, the limit usually given is 400 mg of caffeine per day, from all sources combined. That is about 4 cups of filter coffee, or 4 FAYQ pouches at 100 mg each. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, anyone under 18 and people sensitive to caffeine should be much more careful.

How much caffeine is in what you consume?

The amounts below are averages: they vary with preparation, cup size and brand.

How do you add up your day?

Add up everything you have during the day. Example: 1 coffee in the morning (80 mg) and 2 glasses of mint tea (60 mg) make 140 mg. You have 260 mg of margin left, so 2 FAYQ pouches at most that day.

Simple rules for dosing well

• Do not exceed 400 mg per day in total, from all sources.
• Space it out: no more than 2 pouches per hour.
• Avoid caffeine late in the evening if you want to sleep well.
• Drink water during the day.
• Listen to your body: if your heart races, you feel shaky or you struggle to sleep, cut back.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum daily dose of caffeine?

For a healthy adult, the limit usually given is 400 mg per day, from all sources combined.

How many FAYQ pouches per day at most?

4 pouches per day at most (400 mg), and no more than 2 per hour. If you also drink coffee or tea, count it in.

Does Moroccan mint tea contain caffeine?

Yes, green tea contains caffeine: around 30 mg per glass on average, depending on how much tea is used and how long it brews.

Who should avoid caffeine?

Anyone under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding women and people sensitive to caffeine or on medication. If in doubt, ask your doctor.