Caffeine: dispel myths
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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People often say that they "hooked" on caffeine. Caffeine does not cause habituation in generally accepted terms. Caffeine - a stimulant and its regular use causes a slight dependence.
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Caffeine is addictive
People often say that they "hooked" on caffeine. Caffeine does not cause habituation in generally accepted terms. Caffeine - a stimulant and its regular use causes a slight dependence. Termination of its consumption can cause fatigue, headache, irritability and anxiety. Odako it lasts no more than one day. Caffeine does not provoke antisocial behavior like drugs or alcohol and does not cause the severity of withdrawal symptoms. Therefore, experts do not refer him to drugs.
Caffeine - the cause of cardiovascular diseases
Some people may have a hypersensitivity to caffeine, which can lead to increased heart rate and pressure. However, studies conducted by scientists prove that caffeine is not the cause of cardiac arrhythmia, does not increase cholesterol or the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Caffeine and Cancer
There is scientific evidence that caffeine is not a cause of oncological diseases. This has been proved by two large-scale studies involving 20,000 people, residents of Norway and Hawaii.
Caffeine is a risk factor for osteoporosis
In high doses - more than 744 mg / day, caffeine can accelerate the loss of magnesium and calcium. Odako, according to experts, this does not affect the loss of bone tissue, especially if a person is sufficiently receiving calcium. Compensation for calcium loss can be done by adding milk to coffee.
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Pregnant women or those who are trying to become pregnant should avoid caffeine
The study of the effect of caffeine on conception, congenital defects, miscarriages, low birth rates and premature births shows that there is no link confirming the negative effect of caffeine consumption.
Caffeine adversely affects the health of children
Children have the ability to handle caffeine as adults. In moderate amounts, it does not carry danger. Nevertheless, children sensitive to caffeine do not need to be abused. This can lead to anxiety and irritability of the child.
Caffeine causes insomnia
The human body quickly gets rid of caffeine. It has a short half-life and is excreted, mainly through the liver. After 8-10 hours 75% of caffeine is excreted from the body. Most people can drink coffee and at two o'clock in the morning - this will not prevent them from falling asleep, but if you drink coffee in the day, it will not be easy to fall asleep.