The Half Life of Caffeine How long will caffeine be in my system? Caffeine has become the hot-topic of the moment. Its addition to so many products makes it important to know how long caffeine sticks around in the body in order to prevent possible overdose. Caffeine takes a certain amount of time to work through yourContinue reading “The Half Life of Caffeine”
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LONG TERM CAFFEINE USE WORSENS ALZHEIMER’S SYMPTOMS
Reward sensitivity could be behind why binge eating can be problematic in those with Parkinson’s.… READ MORE… FEATUREDNEUROLOGYPSYCHOLOGY6 MIN READ LONG-LASTING BRAIN PROTEINS OFFER CLUES TO HOW MEMORIES LAST A LIFETIME NEUROSCIENCE NEWSAPRIL 3, 2018 Researcher report long-lasting proteins in the brain could be a crucial part of the molecular machinery that helps govern long termContinue reading “LONG TERM CAFFEINE USE WORSENS ALZHEIMER’S SYMPTOMS”
Salt and protein to sleep and blame ‘Food Coma’ on the brain
I consumed Trader Joe’s chocolate cake for 4 servings last night with 28 grams of sugar which woke me up from 12 midnight to 3 am. Salt and protein has an effect on the brain to go back to sleep as described in this fruit fly study and one author’s regimen of combo of saltContinue reading “Salt and protein to sleep and blame ‘Food Coma’ on the brain”
Cumulative lifetime stress may accelerate epigenetic aging
Caffeine Level in Blood May Help Diagnose Parkinson’s
A new study to be released in Neurology identifies caffeine levels in the blood as a potential biomarker for Parkinson’s disease, Researchers discovered people with Parkinson’s had lower levels of caffeine in their blood than people without the disease, even if they had consumed the same amount of caffeine.
Caffeine, drugs, iron, zinc, heart and latest research
Coffee is a complex mixture of chemicals that provides significant amounts of chlorogenic acid and caffeine. Unfiltered coffee is a significant source of cafestol and kahweol, which are diterpenes that have been implicated in the cholesterol-raising effects of coffee. The results of epidemiological research suggest that coffee consumption may help prevent several chronic diseases, including type 2 DM,41 Parkinson’s disease69Continue reading “Caffeine, drugs, iron, zinc, heart and latest research”
What triggers your pain?
A 60 yr old woke up with leg pains. Her diet consists of meat and rice. She does not exercise but she works as a caregiver. I suggested some health tips for her that includes: whole foods diet with strong enzymes from fruits and veggies, dandelion tea or lemon grass, exercise and to apply andContinue reading “What triggers your pain?”
A teen chugged a latte, a Mountain Dew and an energy drink. The caffeine binge led to his death.
A teen chugged a latte, a Mountain Dew and an energy drink. The caffeine binge led to his death. – The Washington Post <!– A teen chugged a latte, a Mountain Dew and an energy drink. The caffeine binge led to his death. The inside track on Washington politics. Be the first to know aboutContinue reading “A teen chugged a latte, a Mountain Dew and an energy drink. The caffeine binge led to his death.”
Caffeine withdrawal symptoms
CAFFEINE WITHDRAWAL The caffeine withdrawal syndrome has been well-characterized in numerous rigorous double-blind studies. The potential for caffeine withdrawal to cause clinically significant distress or impairment in functioning is reflected by the inclusion of caffeine withdrawal as an official diagnosis in ICD-10 (World Health Organization) and as a proposed diagnosis in DSM-IV (American Psychiatric Association).Continue reading “Caffeine withdrawal symptoms”
Caffeine, post menopausal women and breast cancer gene
Consumption of caffeine and caffeinated beverages and foods was not statistically significantly associated with overall risk of breast cancer. The multivariable relative risks (RRs) of breast cancer were 1.02 (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.84–1.22) for caffeine (top vs. bottom quintile), 1.08 (95% CI, 0.89–1.30) for coffee (≥4 cups/day vs. almost never), and 1.03 (95% CI,Continue reading “Caffeine, post menopausal women and breast cancer gene”
Scientific evidence for and against caffeine
Uses based on scientific evidence These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare professional. Grade* Apnea In preterm infants, apnea is defined as the stoppage of breathing for 20 seconds orContinue reading “Scientific evidence for and against caffeine”
Hypocretin, Insomia or Sleep Disturbances, Narcolepsy, Depression and Parkinson’s
Drowsy Driving Driving and feeling sleepy. Repetitive tasks make you sleepy because you already lack sleep. You have taken your calcium and magnesium and melatonin and the bedroom has cool environment. Still, you have worries and you keep tossing back and forth on your bed. You cannot get the more than 5 hrs sleep. YourContinue reading “Hypocretin, Insomia or Sleep Disturbances, Narcolepsy, Depression and Parkinson’s”
One cup of coffee before exercise in the morning burns 15% more calories by Dr Mercola
If you’re like many people, you may start your day with a cup of coffee. According to Health Magazine,1 about half of American adults stick to this daily ritual, despite conventional warnings that coffee might not be all that good for you. My own understanding of coffee’s virtues and risks was greatly enhanced by my 2011 interviewContinue reading “One cup of coffee before exercise in the morning burns 15% more calories by Dr Mercola”
Natural food toxins: licorice and others so eat in moderation
It would be nice if plants were made just to be our food. But what they have in mind is, in the first place, their own survival. Part of it is that they often contain what could be broadly called “natural pesticides”: substances that are toxic to mold, insects and, sometimes, animals. We are notContinue reading “Natural food toxins: licorice and others so eat in moderation”