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Myth-Busting Wellness Hacks: Cold Plunges, Coffee, Alcohol, and Fitness Trackers
Plain English with Derek Thompson
The Effects of Caffeine on Productivity
A lot of that dip theory is tied to this hormone called cortisol. Caffeine works essentially by binding and replacing what's called this molecule called adenosine. As adenosine accumulates, we tend to get more fatigued. The half life of caffeine is pretty long. By the time that wears off, it's not the afternoon slump. It's more the hey, I'm going to bed slump, so it's not a big deal.
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