Summary:
Caffeine is a stimulatory chemical that sensitizes neurons and provides mental stimulation. It is found in coffee beans in addition to being synthesized in a laboratory and sold as a supplement.
Effects:
Reduces fatigueImproved reaction time
Increased wakefulness
Increased aerobic exercise performance
Increased metabolic rate
References:
- Historical and Current Adenosine Receptor Agonists in Preclinical and Clinical Development
- Effect of Caffeine on Target Detection and Rifle Marksmanshipeffects of Caffeine and Glucose, Alone and Combined, on Cognitive Performance
- Caffeine and Opening the Eyes Have Additive Effects on Resting Arousal
- MeasuresCaffeinated Chewing Gum Increases Repeated Sprint Performance and Augments Increases in Testosterone in Competitive Cyclists
- Caffeine: A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study of Its Thermogenic, Metabolic, and Cardiovascular Effects in Healthy Volunteers
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Association of the Anxiogenic and Alerting Effects of Caffeine With ADORA2A and ADORA1 Polymorphisms and Habitual Level of Caffeine Consumption
- Effects of Caffeine on Plasma Renin Activity, Catecholamines and Blood Pressure
- Effects of Caffeine on Intraocular Pressure: The Blue Mountains Eye Study