A first-of-its-kind study finds that caffeine is an effective way to stimulate brown fat in cultured cells and humans, pointing to new obesity treatments.
Related topics: Obesity, Medical Research
A 503-horsepower crossover seems a little absurd when you think about it. After all, how quickly does one really need to get to Starbucks? However, the all-new 2020 BMW X3 M Competition and X4 M Competition are not your ordinary caffeine-bound...
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SpaceX’s next Falcon Heavy launch will carry a satellite that will test, for the first time, a “green” fuel that is even less toxic than caffeine.
Related topics: Satellites, Space, SpaceX
A kind resident or attending asks me, “I’m going for a coffee run. Can I get you anything?” I politely decline. “You sure?” “Yeah, I’m actually doing a caffeine-free residency.” A mix of utter...
Hey, weekend readers. This is Week-in-Review where I get hopped up on caffeine and give a heavy amount of analysis on one story while scouring the rest of the hundreds of stories that emerged on TechCrunch this week to surface my favorites for your...
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A web-based caffeine optimization tool successfully designs effective strategies to maximize alertness while avoiding excessive caffeine consumption, according to preliminary results from a new study.
Related topics: Algorithms, Medical Research
Many people experience occasional nights of poor sleep quality typically due to going to bed too late, exposure to blue light from gadgets, consuming caffeine too late in the day, stress, or any number of potential issues. Chronic sleep problems are...
Related topics: Blood Pressure, Stress
TUESDAY, June 4, 2019 -- Sudden withdrawal from coffee and cigarettes can trigger symptoms that mimic serious disease, leading to unnecessary tests in hospital intensive care units, a new review concludes.
"Nicotine and caffeine are some of the...
Related topics: Nicotine, Medical Research
One pregnant woman said she had her coffee thrown away by a customer. But a little caffeine is OK for moms-to-be. Doctors agree.
Sometimes it is necessary for people to stay up all night for work, studying, or other reasons. Tips that may help a person feel more awake and alert at night can include consuming caffeine, exercising, napping, and taking cold showers. It is also...
WEDNESDAY, May 29, 2019 -- Here's more evidence that energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster are not risk-free. Researchers find they may boost blood pressure and the odds of electrical problems in the heart.
And they say caffeine isn't the...
Related topics: Medical Research, Blood Pressure
Coffee drinkers know that coffee helps keep the bowels moving, but researchers in Texas are trying to find out exactly why this is true, and it doesn't seem to be about the caffeine, according to a new study. Researchers, feeding rats coffee and...
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Marines already use performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs) such as caffeine, workout supplements, and tobacco, Albayrak writes, and microdosing has already gained a foothold among scientists
LSD is...
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There is evidence that some beneficial muscle-building supplements include protein, creatine, and caffeine. The best choice depends on a person’s needs. Learn more here.
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Researchers propose PGE exerts adenosine-mediated effects on brainstem mechanisms of respiratory control, which may lead to destabilization of breathing in human infants undergoing treatment for congenital heart disease. Prostaglandin's effects...
Related topics: Medical Research, Cardiovascular Disease
Scientists have discovered that caffeine can help make a promising alternative to traditional solar cells more efficient at converting light to electricity. Their research may enable this cost-effective renewable energy technology to compete on the...
Related topics: Solar Power, Scientific Discoveries
One candy store is giving new meaning to the sugary goodness known as gummy bears. Sugarfina, the “ultimate candy store for adults,” has added caffeinated gumy bears to their line of products.
The company teamed up with Alfred Coffee on...
Some people reach for the caffeine for relief when they’ve got a pounding headache, but is that the answer?
I awoke early today. Though it’s Saturday and I didn’t need to be up yet, I have a lot on my mind (work-related) and knew I wouldn’t be able to get back to sleep. I attempted to clear the cobwebs from my pre-caffeine-fueled brain...
Methods of increasing stamina include meditation, exercise, and consuming caffeine. Stamina can help prevent physical fatigue and enhance mental focus. Learn more about boosting stamina here.