PERK-ULATER

In order to dial down your dependence, try eliminating one serving at a time and avoid going cold turkey. Withdrawal can last up to nine days, but you don’t have to suffer. To combat fatigue, go upstairs, but not to bed: 10 minutes of climbing stairs will boost your energy as much as an espresso, while the endorphin rush will drown out irritability. Pop a painkiller to ease your headache and muscle pains. Caffeine-free, natch.