Caffeine

THE HISTORY OF CAFFEINE

• Coffea arabica originates from Ethiopia.
• Humans have consumed caffeine since the Stone Age.
• Caffeine is found in the beans, leaves, and fruit of over 60 plants.
• There are three types of caffeine : mateine, guaranine, and theine.
• Caffeine is a xanthine alkaloid compound that acts as a stimulant in humans.

HISTORY CTD.

• Early peoples chewed the seeds, bark, or leaves of certain plants.
• They had the effects of easing fatigue and stimulating both awareness and mood.
• Studies show the discovery of such plants living thousands of years ago.

the positivities of caffeine

• Increases energy
• Detoxes the liver
• May protect against cataracts
• Ease depression
• Helps Alzheimer's

Positivies ctd.

• Help stimulate hair growth
• Increases stamina during exersice
• May prevent skin cancer
• Can reduce risk of stroke
• Decreases risk of type 2 Diabetes

THE NEGATIVITIES OF CAFFEINE

• Sleep and anxiety disorders
• Breathing problems
• Elevated heartbeat and stress
• Dehydration

Negativities ctd.

• Staining of teeth
• Thinning of bones
• Increase in stomach acid

In conclusion

TOO MUCH IS DANGEROUS FOR YOUR HEALTH!

Bibliography
1.http://www.scienceofcooking.com/caffeine.htm
2. http://www.caffeineinformer.com/top-10-caffeine-health-benefits
3. http://www.care2.com/news/member/818150751/457535