The Effects Of Caffeine On The Body
Caffeine
According to MedlinePlus. Gov “Caffeine is absorbed and passes quickly into the brain. It does not collect in the bloodstream or get stored in the body. It leaves the body in the urine many hours after it has been consumed” (MedlinePlus, 2015). Along with the comment that there is no nutritional need for it in the diet, and can be avoided. This stimulant can be used as an extra dietary supplement to help with fatigue and drowsiness. “This can be found in tea leaves, kola nuts, coffee beans, some chocolate, and energy drinks.” (MedlinePlus, 2015). Caffeine is a nonessential dietary supplement that has many psychological and physical effects on the body.
The psychological effects caffeine can have on the body are “Anxiety, depression, difficulty sleeping and restlessness” (MedlinePlus, 2015). Caffeine is a stimulant, so when consumed it can help to keep awake and alert. Another factor to take into account is the potency and type of caffeine. As stated by the FDA “One teaspoon of pure powdered caffeine is equivalent to the …show more content…
(MedlinePlus.2015). While in moderation it has not been proven to have any serious negative side effects, it is still addicting and should be taken with precaution, therefore the Mayo Clinic suggests that “Up to 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day appears to be safe for most healthy adults.” (Mayo Clinic,2017). That amount of caffeine adds up to roughly 4 cups of brewed coffee.Some populations that could be at a higher risk of potential side effects from caffeine are women who are pregnant as well as young children. Mayo Clinic wrote that “Women who are pregnant or who are trying to become pregnant and those who are breastfeeding should talk with their doctors about limiting caffeine use.” (Mayo Clinic,2017) as well as “Although caffeine use may be safe for adults, it's not a good idea for
According to MedlinePlus. Gov “Caffeine is absorbed and passes quickly into the brain. It does not collect in the bloodstream or get stored in the body. It leaves the body in the urine many hours after it has been consumed” (MedlinePlus, 2015). Along with the comment that there is no nutritional need for it in the diet, and can be avoided. This stimulant can be used as an extra dietary supplement to help with fatigue and drowsiness. “This can be found in tea leaves, kola nuts, coffee beans, some chocolate, and energy drinks.” (MedlinePlus, 2015). Caffeine is a nonessential dietary supplement that has many psychological and physical effects on the body.
The psychological effects caffeine can have on the body are “Anxiety, depression, difficulty sleeping and restlessness” (MedlinePlus, 2015). Caffeine is a stimulant, so when consumed it can help to keep awake and alert. Another factor to take into account is the potency and type of caffeine. As stated by the FDA “One teaspoon of pure powdered caffeine is equivalent to the …show more content…
(MedlinePlus.2015). While in moderation it has not been proven to have any serious negative side effects, it is still addicting and should be taken with precaution, therefore the Mayo Clinic suggests that “Up to 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day appears to be safe for most healthy adults.” (Mayo Clinic,2017). That amount of caffeine adds up to roughly 4 cups of brewed coffee.Some populations that could be at a higher risk of potential side effects from caffeine are women who are pregnant as well as young children. Mayo Clinic wrote that “Women who are pregnant or who are trying to become pregnant and those who are breastfeeding should talk with their doctors about limiting caffeine use.” (Mayo Clinic,2017) as well as “Although caffeine use may be safe for adults, it's not a good idea for