Fiend for Caffeine: Separating Fact from Fiction
Caffeine is the world’s most commonly consumed psychoactive substance, found in coffee, tea, soda, chocolate, and energy drinks (1,4). It is widely used to fight fatigue, increase alertness, and enhance focus. But how much do we really know about caffeine? What are its effects on humans and more importantly, what is its effects on athletes? In this article we are going to explain what caffeine is, who should use it, when to use it, and the physiological effects it has on humans as well as cheerleaders. What is Caffeine and how it works Caffeine is a naturally occurring substance that can be found in over 60 different plants such as coffee beans, tea leaves, and cocoa beans. In more...