Caffeine: The Overprotective Bitter System Mike brings up an excellent example of the overprotective nature of this system: caffeine
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Symptoms may include: Fatigue or weakness Flushing or sweating Shakiness, dizziness, fainting, or passing out Loss of concentration or mental confusion Feelings of hunger Rapid heartbeat Dumping Syndrome: Causes of the Late Phase The symptoms of this late phase may happen due to a rapid rise and fall in blood sugar levels
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