CAFFEINE

CAFFEINE

 Caffeine is a natural stimulant and one of the e most used ingredient in the world. It is commonly tes and cacao plants and is biter in taste. Caffeine stimulates Central Nervous System. Caffeine is a white crystallime purinc, a methylxanthine alkaloid, and is chemically related to the adenine and guanine hases of dooxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA), Caffeine reversibly blocks the action of adenosinu ott its receptor and consequently prevents the onset of drowsiness induced by adenosine. Caffeine is classified as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the US Food and Drug Administration. found in coffer,

Caffeine is quickly absorbed from the gut into the bloodstream. From there, it travels to the liver and is broken down into compounds that can affect the function of various organs, Caffeine's main effect is on the brain.

Benefits of caffeine

Caffeine can improve mood, stimulate brain function and protect against Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Caffeine has the ability to block adenosine, Adenosine is a neurotransmitter that relaxes the brain and makes you feel tired. This causes an increase in other signalling molecules, such as dopamine and norepinephrine. This change in brain messaging benefits your mood and brain function

Caffeine may increase metabolism by up to 11% and fat burning by up to 13%

Caffeine is a proven ergogenic aid (that is performance enhancing substance) in humans. Caffeine improves athletic performance in aerobic and anaerobic conditions. Also, Caffeine improves muscular

strength and power and may enhance muscular endurance. It might delay exhaustion and reduce feelings

of exertion and improve performance during activities such as cycling, running, playing soccer, and

golfing.

Caffeine provides protection against heart disease and type 2 diabetes Drinking beverages containing caffeine is linked with lower risk of diabetes. Although, it can help prevent type 2 diabetes, it might not be effective in treating diabetes. Caffeine has also been linked to reduce the risk of developing a heart

disease and stroke in adults.

Consumption of caffeine lowers the risks of skin cancer, kidney stones, cataracts, eyelid spasms.

cirrhosis and hepatitis C

Caffeine helps to improve the long term memory, mental alertness and speed reasoning

Side effects

Consumption of caffeine is generally considered safe. Caffeine can be unsafe if taken in high doses (that is more than 400mg per day)

High dosage of Caffeine can cause side effects such as:

• Migraine headache

• Insomnia and sleep disorders 

• Nervousness

• Irritability

• Restlessness

• Frequent urination or inability to control urination

• Stomach upset

• Increased heartbeat

• Muscle tremors

• Increased risk of miscarriage or low birth weight

• Hot flashes and night sweats during menopause
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• Worsen the symptoms of anxiety and depression

• Dependency

• Heartburn

• Dehydration

• Jitters and shakes

Dosage

It is recommended to take no more than 400mg of caffeine per day. For best results caffeine should be taken 60 minutes prior workout