What Amount of Caffeine Is Safe?

Caffeine is often consumed in the form of coffee, tea and energy drinks with the idea that the caffeine will increase our cognitive functioning and improve our mood. Judging by the length of the waiting lines in Starbucks, this must especially be true in the mornings. In fact, many of us feel like we really can’t function until we…

Caffeine, Calcium and the Thyroid

* Caffeine is a stimulant, and has an effect on your central nervous system, your digestive tract, and your metabolism * Anecdotal information from a number of site visitors points to the fact that caffeine can potentially be a factor that worsens symptoms of thyroid disease * Some of the symptoms of too much caffeine can mirror undertreated or…

Ergogenic aids

Definition

Ergogenic aids are substances, foods, or training methods that enhance energy production, use or recovery and provide athletes with a competitive advantage. Purpose Description

Safe ergogenic aids include the following:

* Carbohydrate loading: It is now recognized that adequate dietary carbohydrate in the days and hours before strenuous training and competition is critical to maintaining adequate glycogen levels in the muscles. Increasing…

Caffeine

Definition

Caffeine is a mild alkaloid stimulant made by some plants. It is found in coffee beans, tea leaves, and cocao beans, added to soft drinks, energy drinks, energy bars, and sold in capsules and tablets as a dietary supplement. Caffeine has no nutritional value. Purpose

Caffeine is a mild stimulant. It is used to temporarily relieve fatigue and increase mental alertness….

3-Hour Diet

Definition The 3-Hour diet is based on the concept that weight loss is best achieved by eating small amounts frequently, in this case, every three hours. Origins

The 3-Hour diet was originated by Jorge Cruise in the mid-2000s, Cruise was an overweight child who went on to lose weight, shape up, and become a self-proclaimed weight-loss expert. He has no formal…