Caffeine
Presented by: Jason Black September 8, 2020
Introduction
• Why present on caffeine?
» Although part of modern life, caffeine can have possible
adverse effects
– Irritability, caffeine sensitivity, anxiety, irregular heartbeat
» Caffeine content might be hard to find
– Does your drink of choice list the milligrams?
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Introduction continued
• What is caffeine?
» Caffeine is defined as a stimulant - it stimulates the central
nervous system, causing alertness
• Sources of caffeine
» Naturally occurs in some leaves, beans
– We most commonly consume in coffee, tea, soda, energy drinks,
and supplements
» Can also be produced synthetically
• How it works
» Caffeine prevents drowsiness by preventing adenosine
activation
» Absorbed in ~30-45 minutes, remains for 4-6hrs in 3
Caffeine Content: Common drinks
This chart inspired this presentation
• Energy Drinks
• 400mg
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Caffeine Content: Common drinks
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Caffeine Content: Common drinks
Homebrew coffee
• Coffee is the most commonly consumed
• These are all per 8-oz cup
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Effects
• Low doses (130mg – 300mg)
» Increased alertness
» Temporary energy boost
» Elevated mood
• High doses (above 400mg)
» Anxiety
» Dizziness
» Headaches
» Jitters
» Mild diuretic effects – using the bathroom more frequently
• Long term
» Caffeine dependency
» Sleep interference
» Loss of calcium 7
» Aggravation of certain heart problems
Factors (evaluate your use)
• Caffeine sensitivity
» Amount of caffeine needed to produce an effect in
someone
– Most affected by amount of caffeine someone has daily
» Individual tolerance
– Height, weight
• Caffeine dependency
» Symptoms
– High tolerance
» Need larger amounts over time
– Withdrawal
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» irritability
Caffeine guidelines
• Stay under 400mg daily, maybe even under
200mg
» For teens, children, definitely stay under 50-100mg
daily
» Women who are pregnant should generally avoid
• Avoid caffeine after 2pm
» Or, 7hrs before you intend to go to bed
• Stay hydrated in parallel
» The “best” energy drink is water
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