Description
Caffeine reduces your feelings of fatigue which can add a boost to your day to day routine. Caffeine comes in many forms including coffee, tea, soda, energy drinks, and even some foods such as chocolate or energy bars.
Possible Benefits
- Increased metabolism
- Burn more fat
- Be more alert and productive
- Caffeine is an antioxidant
- Can give you more energy
Required Equipment
- Coffee pot, coffee beans
- Tea Bags
- Hot water
- Cup
- Access to a grocery store or coffee shop
How to Do It
Pick your choice of caffeine (coffee, tea, soda, energy drink, food item) and slowly ingest the caffeine over a long period of time so that its effects can be maximized. If you are drinking caffeine, be sure to sip water with it so that you do not become dehydrated.
Why it works
Caffeine is a chemical called trimethylxanthine that binds to the adenosine receptors in your brain causing cell activity to speed up. This is what makes you feel less tired. Caffeine also releases dopamine which is a chemical that contributes to pleasure.
Time Commitment
5-10 minutes
Suggested Frequency
Once per day
Time of Day
Anytime (suggested you have caffeine one hour after waking up)
Gurus/Celebrities/Doing it
Jackie Chan
Ariana Grande
David Letterman
Jerry Seinfeld
Possible Side Effects
- Nausea
- Increased heart rate
- Insomnia
- Addiction
- Dehydration
Tips
Caffeine works best approximately one hour after consumption and its effects last for about four to six hours.
Supporting Studies and Articles
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