Caffeine

Overview

Caffeine is a naturally occuring substance found in tea and coffee often added to colas, soft drinks, and energy drinks. Caffeine not only a stimulant,but also acts as a diuretic. Caffeine binds to Adenosine Receptors and is therefore regarded as an Adenosine Antagonist. After drinking a few cups of coffee, 50% of Adenosine Receptors are totally blocked by Caffeine.

Caffeine - Toxic Effects

Caffeine - Health Benefits

Caffeine - Sources

Caffeine - Withdrawal Symptoms

Caffeine may Enhance the Function of these Substances

Alkaloids

 Caffeine may increase the potency and effectiveness of Ephedrine:  ^[1]

      Ephedrine may be even more effective in the treatment of Obesity when it is combined with Caffeine (the usual dosage for the treatment of Obesity is 20 mg of Ephedrine combined with 200 mg of Caffeine).  ^[2]

 The combination of Ephedrine + Caffeine is regarded as one of the best anti-Obesity treatment when considerations for safety and cost are included;  Ephedrine + Caffeine is one of the only weight loss therapies that may spare Muscle during weight loss.

 Ephedrine + Caffeine may cause 100% more fat loss and 72% less Muscle loss than the results obtained by dieting alone.

Digestive System Chemicals

 Caffeine may stimulate increased production of Hydrochloric Acid.  ^[3]

Hormones

 Caffeine may stimulate the release of Adrenaline from the Adrenal Glands:  ^[4]

      Caution:  Excessive release of Adrenaline from the Adrenal Glands can be detrimental.

 Caffeine may increase plasma Estrone levels (especially in postmenopausal women).  ^[5]

Neurohormones

 Caffeine may increase the body''s manufacture of Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate (cAMP).

Neurotransmitters

 Caffeine may facilitate the production/release of Acetylcholine (Caffeine functions as an antagonist of Adenosine, a compound that inhibits the release of Acetylcholine).  ^[6]

 Caffeine may stimulate the release of Dopamine within the Brain.  ^[7]

 Caffeine may increase Norepinephrine (NE) synthesis and release within the Brain.  ^[8]

Smart Drugs

 Caffeine may potentiate the effects of Piracetam.  ^[9]

Vitamins

 Caffeine may enhance the ability of Choline to stimulate the production of Acetylcholine (Caffeine competes with Adenosine, a compound that is known to inhibit the synthesis of Acetylcholine).  ^[10]