RANDOM TIDBITS Caffeine has been scientifically proven to temporarily increase alertness, comprehension, memory, reflexes, and even the rate of learning. It also helps increase clarity of thought. The average American drinks 210 milligrams of caffeine a day. Thats equal to two or three cups of coffee, depending on how strong it is. Instant coffee contains 65 milligrams of caffeine per serving; coffee brewed in a percolator has 80 milligrams; and coffee made using the drip method has 155 milligrams. Top four sources of caffeine in the American diet: coffee, soft drinks, tea and chocolate, in that order. The average American gets 75 percent of their caffeine from coffee. Pound for pound, kids often get as much caffeine from chocolate and soft drinks as their parents get from coffee, tea and other sources. Widely varying the amount of caffeine you ingest can put a strain on your liver, pancreas, heart and nervous system.
Posted on: Sat, 16 Nov 2013 12:35:48 +0000
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