Design by Health.com We all know coffee, energy drinks, and certain sodas contain caffeine. This stimulating substance—which can be natural or synthetic—can show up in many surprising sources, like decaf coffee, matcha, kombucha, and chocolate.1 It’s not always clear whether a product has caffeine or how much it contains.
Many people use caffeine to boost their energy every day. In the United States alone, 85% of the population drinks at least one caffeinated beverage a day, mainly in the form of coffee.2 What Is Caffeine?
Caffeine is a psychoactive stimulant drug. It speeds up your central nervous system to help you feel more awake and alert . Central Nervous System
The central nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord. It controls memory, movement, concentration, and the five senses.3
Caffeine is naturally present in the seeds, leaves, and nuts of several plants, including cacao and coffee beans, guarana seeds, and tea leaves. These plants also contain other nutrients and compounds like antioxidants.4
Natural sources of caffeine commonly include: Brewed tea
Certain energy and soft drinks
Coffee or espresso
Cocoa Yerba mate Synthetic caffeine is manufactured in a lab rather than derived from plants. It’s often found in a variety of prepackaged foods and drinks.4When used in moderation, caffeine is generally a safe way to boost energy, concentration, and athletic performance. Most adults can safely consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine a day (about 4-5 cups of coffee).2 Depending on the brand and how it’s prepared, a cup of coffee may have about 95 milligrams of caffeine.1 Caffeine Sensitivity How the body responds to caffeine can vary from person to person.2 Consuming more than 400 milligrams of caffeine can cause side effects, such as:1 Anxiety Dehydration Dizziness Elevated blood pressure Headaches Heart palpitations Insomnia Restlessness It can be hard to know how much caffeine you are consuming each day. Many food manufacturers add caffeine content to their product labels. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not require them to do so. Many products may not outwardly seem caffeinated but still contain […]
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