Coffee has become a fundamental part of many people’s lives. You would be hard-pressed to find someone who does not enjoy an energizing cup of coffee to start off the morning. The rich beverage’s energy-boosting effects can be attributed to its caffeine content – a food component that 85 percent of the U.S. population consumes at least once a day. ...

Here’s some news that’s sure to wake you up: A new study suggests that your cup of joe does more than just energize you for the day – it could be causing your body to burn fat. Published in the journal Scientific Reports, the study, conducted by researchers at the University of Nottingham, in the UK, found that coffee actually ...

Much like practicing regular exercise and eating a well-balanced diet, you shouldn’t take a good night’s sleep for granted—especially when you take into account its effects on your health. Poor sleep can lead to negative effects on your brain function and hormones. It can even trigger weight gain and increase your risk of developing various diseases. Most people would think that ...

Most of us rely on caffeine for a morning pick-me-up, and we know it can improve exercise performance. But not all forms ofcaffeine are equally safe. After a few caffeine-powder related deaths in the past year, advocacy groups are asking for a ban on sales of pure caffeine to consumers. “Caffeine powder can be very dangerous,” says Marie Spano, a ...

Whether you are an exercise enthusiast or go to the gym a couple times a month, research suggests that drinking a cup of joe could make your workout sessions more successful and enjoyable. Researchers conducted a study in which a sample of inactive men were monitored biking with and without caffeine. While the men said they put forth the same ...

Caffeine is the most widely used drug in the world, and is consumed every day in the form of coffee, tea, chocolate, certain pain relievers, “energy drinks” and more. Many people start their day with a cup of “Joe.” In fact, nearly 54 percent of Americans over 18 begin their day with coffee. But how much do you really know ...

Is Coffee Bad for You? If you’ve watched the news at all in the last 10 years, then you know how mixed the message on coffee has been. One study claims coffee is bad for you, while another claims it’s actually good for your health. So which is it? Is coffee really bad for you? This article takes a closer ...

Does Green Tea Have Caffeine? Green tea is brought up a lot lately for its health promoting benefits. But many people wonder if green tea contains caffeine, and if so, how much? This article takes a close look at green tea and its caffeine content. So, does green tea have caffeine? The short answer is YES, green tea does contain ...

Caffeine is the most widely used drug in the world, and is consumed every day in the form of coffee, tea, chocolate, certain pain relievers, “energy drinks” and more. Many people start their day with a cup of “Joe.” In fact, nearly 54 percent of Americans over 18 begin their day with coffee. But how much do you really know ...

Caffeine is the most widely used drug in the world, and is consumed every day in the form of coffee, tea, chocolate, certain pain relievers, “energy drinks” and more. Many people start their day with a cup of “Joe.” In fact, nearly 54 percent of Americans over 18 begin their day with coffee. But how much do you really know ...