Coffee and Caffeine FAQ

To make a long story short....
I have consumed Diet Dew for nearly half my life and really never considered the consequences as it was my only addiction. I quit cold turkey in 2001 due to pregnancy and really did not have any side affects besides mild headaches.
Well, my husband has been on a health kick for nearly one year now due to his high cholesterol and has been very devoted and dedicated to his mission for good health. I was challenged to start thinking about a healthier life style that resulted in giving up the....Dew.
I am now one week clean from consuming nearly 6-10 Diet Dews a day. I am certainly glad I stumbled on this website. I thought about going to my doctor. I had the following symptoms: headache and major back and leg cramps particularily my right leg. I thought I had restless leg symdrome. I could not sleep due to the pain and tingling sensations. For five nights, I took Advil, Mortine, and Aleve and last night was the first night without the pain relievers.
I still have mild headaches, tiredness, and dull zone-out sensations, but cannot believe the addiction I had for caffeine. I'm drinking water, and carbonated soft drinks without caffeine or sugar and eventually will need to stop the carbonated drinks as well. It has been hard. However, I'm slightly confused with my lack of desire to grab a can of Dew, but realistically I do not want to go through the torture process again and hope to gain a healthier way of life.
Thank you one and all for your comments, which helped me to figure out what was going on and your suggestions have been very helpful.