• Studies show that a moderate amount of caffeine intake improves alertness, mood, short-term recall and reaction time.
• Drinking 2 to 3 cups a day lowers the risk of suicide and depression. It also reduces the risk of brain ailments like Parkinson's and Alzheimer’s.
• Caffeine...

The caffeine in your coffee goes into the bloodstream and travels to the liver, where it is broken down into various compounds.

It affects the brain by blocking the neurotransmitter adenosine, which otherwise makes us tired or sleepy. It also promotes the neurotransmitters dopami...

Apart from natural sources like seeds, nuts or beans, caffeine is found in espresso, tea, energy drinks, chocolate (and chocolate milk), among other foods.

It is also a part of over-the-counter drugs for cold and pain and in weight loss supplements.

• Billions of people relish coffee every day, in various forms, making it one of the most popular beverages in the world.
• Caffeine, the buzz-giving ingredient in coffee, is a natural stimulant found in tea, cacao and coffee beans, and affects the brain and the central nervou...