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Your Last Coffee Isn't the Problem; the First Three Are Still in Your System

Apr 15, 2026

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Ever wonder why you can't sleep after a 4pm coffee?

It's not just in your head — caffeine has a half-life of around 5–6 hours, meaning half of it is still in your system hours after your last cup.

I built a free tool that calculates exactly when caffeine will clear your body based on your intake time and amount, so you can plan your last cup without wrecking your sleep.

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👉 Try the Caffeine Half-Life Calculator

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