The Effect of caffeine on cognitive processes, sleep and sports performance
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https://doi.org/10.12775/JEHS.2024.75.56541Keywords
caffeine, caffeine sport, caffeine sleep, caffeine brainAbstract
Introduction: Caffeine is one of the most frequently used psychostimulants in the world. It is present in many drinks consumed around the world. Its stimulating effect on the central nervous system has been known for years. Moreover, many athletes take it before competitions to achieve better results. The aim of this study is to present the effect of caffeine on cognitive abilities, sleep and performance in sports.
Material and methods: We searched for materials for this work in the Pubmed and Google Scholar databases using the keywords: "caffeine", "caffeine sport", "caffeine sleep", "caffeine brain", "caffeine side effects". Then we analyzed the selected materials.
Aim of the study: The effect of caffeine on cognitive abilities, sleep and sports performance.
Conclusion: Caffeine helps improve concentration and attention, increases physical performance, supports short-term memory, and may also improve mood by stimulating the production of dopamine. However, you should pay attention to the side effects of its use and withdrawal syndrome.
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