Science Vs

Caffeine: How Much is Too Much?

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1. Caffeine is widely consumed, with 85% of people in the US drinking at least one caffeinated beverage each day, including kids. The question of whether one should quit caffeine is explored in this episode of Science Vs.
2. Coffee can quickly affect the gut, as caffeine is absorbed into the bloodstream within half an hour to an hour. It can pass through the blood-brain barrier and stimulate neurotransmitters, including dopamine, which can boost mood.
3. Coffee consumption can affect people's sleep on average by 30 minutes less. Each cup of coffee costs around 15 minutes of sleep, implying that for every shot of espresso or regular coffee, individuals experience approximately 15 minutes less sleep per day.
4. The combination of ingredients in energy drinks may lead to a prolonged QT interval, but the exact cause remains unclear. A study found that no individual component of a red bull caused the prolonged QT interval. Determining the exact cause is challenging due to the rarity of adverse effects from energy drink consumption.

Highlights created by George Pagan III

The prevalence of caffeine consumption

00:00 • 27sec

Effects of Coffee on the Body and Brain

07:47 • 1min

Effect of Coffee on Sleep Duration

15:57 • 1min

Unraveling the Mystery of Energy Drink Ingredients on QT Interval

37:48 • 1min