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The article offers tips from brain-savvy experts on how to improve one's memory, increase focus and banish fogginess. It says that socialization is extremely important for a healthy brain, and it goes hand-in-hand with mental activity and forces to ignite brain's memory circuits . Moreover, eating a plant-based diet is essential for brain health since carbohydrates found in plants are brain fuel. It also advises to skip caffeine, which constricts blood vessels and prevents sleep

The article explores the health risks of overdosing in coffee. It discusses the growth of the market for caffeinated foods and beverages and energy drinks as well as examines its impact on people's lives which varies according to one's caffeine sensitivity. It illustrates how using caffeine forms a habit and produce withdrawal symptoms when abstained. Also investigated are the benefits of coffee, particularly as a source of antioxidants.

Presents tips for mothers on coping with insomnia. Effects of high-wattage lights on one's ability to rest; Health effects of caffeine; Side effects of sleep medications; Appropriate time for exercise. INSET: Got Major Insomnia?.

Answers several questions about pregnancy nutrition. Reasons why raw meat and seafood should be avoided by pregnant women; Nutrients from a vegetarian diet; Effects of caffeine on growing babies.

Presents tips on how to quit bad habits that may lead to poor health. Ways to minimize sugar consumption; Tips on kicking the tobacco habit; Ways to avoid caffeine. INSETS: Stumbling Blocks to Quitting Sugar.;Stumbling Blocks to Quitting Caffeine.;Stumbling Blocks to Quitting Tobacco..

The article presents the energy-enhancing tips for women to recharge and reboot their body energy and getting the freshness. Topics discussed include applying pressure for 30 seconds halfway between the hollow behind the ear and the base of the skull to remove zap stress, stretching the arms overhead for cramped shoulders, and consuming green tea instead of caffeine.

Discusses the conflicting evidence concerning caffeine's role in some health problems. Risks of heart disease, cancer and birth defects. Hyperactivity. INSET: Are you caffeine-careful?.

The article informs that human body's produces chemicals such as natural opioid peptides and endorphins that can fight pains other ailments. It mentions pain-protective chemicals flood individual's brain and spinal cord. It mentions caffeine reduces muscle pain allowing to push harder at the gym. It also mentions UV rays can increase production of neurotransmitters.

The article discusses benefits of having caffeine in a 12-ounce cup of joe before exercise, coffee as an antioxidant source for Americans, and the role of acrylamide, a compound found in small amounts in roasted coffee in cancer.

The article offers tips for women that could help them lower their odds of getting pregnant. It suggests women to eat well, stay physically active to have a healthy pregnancy, and wait for the perfect time to start a family. It indicates that too much mercury could reduce the women's chances of getting pregnant. A study from Denmark showed that women who downed 300-700 milligrams of caffeine per day had a 12% lower chance of conceiving in a given cycle.

The article discusses strategies for making exercise easier according to studies. It states that drinking large cup of coffee before exercising enables an individual to exercise longer and harder due to caffeine. It suggests exercising in front of the mirror while using cardio equipment to expend less mental energy. It says that cooling off by taking cold shower or bath and ingesting ice slurry before exercising can help improve performance.

This article suggests foods and drinks that pregnant women should avoid during their pregnancy. A 2008 study from the Kaiser Permanente Division of Research noted that taking much caffeine during pregnancy can increase miscarriage. Another study found that soft cheeses may be contaminated with bacteria called Listeria that can cause food poisoning. The study also claimed that cooking pork, beef, or lamb at home to medium or medium-well could kill parasites that cause infection. A list of fishes with high levels of mercury is cited.

The article focuses on key diet pill components such as caffeine, chromium and L-dopa. The physiological effects of each supplement is discussed. The benefits and drawbacks of each component are also considered. Potentially dangerous weight loss supplements, such as hoodia, ephedra and dandelion are also discussed.

Answers whether drinking tea with meals hinder nutrient absorption and whether this is caused by caffeine. Mechanism by which caffeine blocks mineral absorption; Caffeine contents of different types of beverages; Need for women to abstain from caffeine especially before menopause.

Answers questions about exercise. Avoidance of big thighs by pedaling the exercise bike at low resistance; Extension of workout endurance by caffeine; Advice for toning the arm muscles.

The article discusses the 3 hidden heart desease risks including caffeine, sources of the trans fats and anger.

Describes the studies which have shown that the caffeine in coffee, tea, and soft drinks may increase metabolism in overweight people, and may also work as a weight reducer when used in conjunction with the drugs phenylpropanolamine (PPA) and ephedrine.

The article reports on a study which found that babies whose expectant and nursing mothers enjoyed a moderate amount of coffee daily had normal sleep patterns at 3 months.

The article offers information on how to soothe and prevent dry skin. According to Arielle Kauvar, a clinical professor of dermatology at New York University, the skin can become vulnerable to irritation when the epidermis is compromised by moisture loss. Deborah DePiano, an aesthetician and the owner of DePiano Skin, mentions that drinking caffeinated beverages and alcohol, which might have dehydrating impact on the body, contribute to dry skin.

The article enumerates the health benefits of coffee. Doctor Loren Wissner Greene of the New York University School of Medicine advises people with high blood pressure, overactive thyroid or suffer from anxiety not to consume coffee. It mentions the ability of caffeine to protect brain cells from the damage that causes Parkinson's disease, dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Another advantage of drinking coffee is the acceleration of metabolism and fat-burning.

The article offers information on several research studies including one where European scientists believe that the dark roasted coffee containing decaffeinated coffee is less stomach irritating than light-roast caffeinated coffee. A study found that adults who eat a diet high in fructose are at an increased risk for high blood pressure. Further it reports that a spoonful of black rice bran or 10 spoonfuls of cooked black rice packs in more health-promoting antioxidants than a spoonful of berries.

The article reveals the health effects of daily caffeine consumption based on research.

The article focuses on various factors that can cause chronic fatigue. It states that deficiency of Vitamin D or B12 or iron can make one feel anxious and tired and explains that stress can lead to overworking of the adrenal glands causing adrenal fatigue. It cautions that excessive intake of coffee, that contains caffeine, results in dehydration that can cause fatigue and also offers suggestions for treating chronic tiredness.

The article offers information on the effects of having more than one cup of caffeine per day, which include increase in blood pressure for two to three cups, production of higher insulin levels for three-and-a-half to four-and-a-half cups, and nervousness for four to five cups.

The article focuses on the risk associated with the excessive consumption of caffeinated-products, such as hot chocolate, Barq's Inc.'s root beer and dark chocolate, which was found to have caused children's health-related problems, including nausea, insomnia and heart arrythmias.

The article offers tips for dealing with fluctuating moods. It mentions that a person should get at least seven hours of sleep since one reason for mood swings is lack of sleep. It states that while caffeine may keep a person up for a while, it can linger in the body for up to 12 hours, which makes it difficult for a person to get enough rest.

The article focuses on several issues discussed on the Web site Health.com. Health-related questions such as bladder problems and diarrhea during menstruation are answered by Doctor Roshini Raj at Health.com/what-the-yuck. It adds that Health.com/sodium offers tips on how to cut down on salt intake. Benefits of caffeine are listed on Health.com./coffee.

The article offers tips on how to be beautiful and have a healthy living. It suggests to not settle a makeup tip since powdery makeup oozes into lines and makes one look older. It notes that regular hair highlights brightens ones color and makes superfine hair look thicker. Taking caffeine after morning cup of coffee should be avoided.

This article reports on how readers can determine if supposedly decaf coffee served in restaurants is caffeinated or not. The article recommends using D+Caf Caffeine Test Strips in coffee and tea before adding milk or sugar. The strips can detect caffeine and will help prevent sleeplessness and uncertainty.

The article focuses on the findings of a study on pregnant women regarding the effects of caffeine in coffee on the fetus. It states that the study conducted on the caffeine intake during the first 20 weeks of pregnancy, revealed that women who consumed 200 milligrams of caffeine everyday were more at risk as compared to women who did not consume coffee. It also mentions that higher intake of caffeine from tea or coffee can also result in miscarriage.

The article reports on a study in France which found that women who drank the most caffeine were 33 percent more likely to retain their ability to remember words and 18 percent less likely to lose their nonverbal memory than those who drank less caffeine.

The article reports that assistant professor of pediatrics Janice Stuff has warned that caffeine increases children's heart rate and interferes with sleep, and some studies show it affects concentration and problem solving. She recommends that children should have no more than one milligram of caffeine per pound of body weight daily. She says it is best to avoid caffeine within six hours of bedtime. Information on the caffeine contents of several beverages is provided.

The article presents the results of studies showing some foods may increase a woman's fertility while others may reduce it. Women eating full-fat dairy products and pasta seem to have higher fertility rates, while caffeine and foods with trans fats show a negative impact. The article makes reference to multiple studies, including one by Dr. Jorge E. Chavarro from the Harvard School of Public Health.

The article cautions pregnant women from drinking decaffeinated coffee since it still contain caffeine, according to researchers who sampled decaffeinated coffee from doughnut shops, fast-food restaurants and Starbucks. They found out that the coffee contains as much as 15.8 milligrams of caffeine which is way less than the 300 milligrams daily limit recommended for pregnancy. But drinking several large cups daily can still be significant.

The article presents answers to questions about parenting and child health. One parent asks about the causes of seizures in young children. Another worries that her son may be suffering from hypochondriasis. A parent inquires whether her child can get addicted to caffeine that is present in diet cola.

The article discusses the health aspects of caffeine supplements. Caffeine has powers of rejuvenation as it stimulates the central nervous system and improves exercise endurance by releasing epinephrine. According to a study, it may aid weight loss by mobilizing fatty acids when combined with exercise and a low-fat diet. However, too much caffeine can cause jitters and other unpleasant side effects. Caffeine is present in coffee, tea, sodas, chocolate, sports drinks and herb-based products.

Presents facts about drinking water. Significance of drinking water to weight loss; Comparison between the effect of caffeinated beverage and water on body hydration; Importance of drinking water to prevent wrinkles.

Describes caffeine intoxication, a condition that brings about anxiety, nervousness and tremors. Amount of caffeine that the average person can consume a day without ill effects; Amount of time needed for the effect of caffeine to wear off; Health benefits of coffee.

Addresses a question on the effect of caffeine on fetus. Risks associated with the consumption of a significant amount of caffeine to pregnant women.

Reports that caffeine may help infertile couples get pregnant, according to a study by Brazilian researchers. Number of sperm samples studied; Comments from researcher Fabio Pasqualotto; Key reason behind infertility cases in the U.S.; Views of prominent infertility researchers on the caffeine theory.

Reveals the effect of specialty coffee on children. Absence of restriction on coffee-drinking for children; Effect of caffeine on children's sleep.

Focuses on the effects of caffeine on pregnancy. Risk posed by caffeine on pregnancy; Reason to abstain from caffeine; Tips for pregnant women who want to avoid caffeine.

Reports on a study which found that the combination of exercise and caffeine in soda or coffee could be potentially dangerous. High blood pressure readings in exercising study participants after caffeine consumption.

Focuses on the effect of caffeine on the body. Amount of caffeine present in several beverages; Effects of too much caffeine; Recommended caffeine intake for pregnant women and heart patients. INSET: Caffeine comparison..

Presents the results of a study on the effects of caffeine on post-operative headaches. Study by Mayo clinic anesthesiologist David Danielson; Effects on regular caffeine-containing-beverage drinkers; Suggestion for drinking favorite drink after surgery.

Looks at a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) dealing with caffeine consumption in women who are trying to conceive. Findings on women who drink 300 or more milligrams of caffeine daily in coffee, tea or soda; Need for further research.

Informs on studies that showed caffeine may contribute to bone loss, causing osteoporosis later in life, and suggests that drinking milk may reduce this effect. National Osteoporosis Foundation's recommended amount of milk to drink daily.

Reports on the findings of an experiment at Duke University Medical Center which tested the effects of caffeine on coffee drinkers who drank a beverage containing caffeine equivalent to three cups of coffee. Increased amount of adrenaline in drinkers' urine; Link of anxiety to amount of adrenaline in the body.

Discusses a study by doctors at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School. It finds a possible link between caffeine consumption and bone fractures in middle-aged women.