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Chemically speaking, what is caffeine?

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Caffeine is an alkaloid. There are numerous compounds called alkaloids, among them we have the methylxanthines, with three distinguished compounds: caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine, found in cola nuts, coffee, tea, cacao beans, mate and other plants. These compounds have different biochemical effects, and are present in different ratios in the different plant sources.
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Why is this, chemically speaking?

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Dr. Pescetti explained it this way. "I feel personally that because the cell lining of the duodenum has such great efficiency in the absorption of such acids as citric and ascorbic, that these are actually better agents for chelation than amino acids. I have proved it too," (Amino acids are commonly used for chelation. However, in Super Spectrim, citric and ascorbic acids are used.)
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How Much Caffeine?

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So, what does this all mean? What can you do to prevent caffeine from being a problem? As stated before, most experts tend to agree that less than about 300 mgs of caffeine per day should not be hazardous, for MOST people. But, YOU must decide what is good for YOU. There are ways to control your caffeine intake. First though, you need to know how much you are using. Do this by making a table similar to Table 1 for a typical day.
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WHAT IS SO BAD ABOUT CAFFEINE?

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Caffeine is another drug. It can counteract your medication, and make you feel agitated. There are a lot of alternatives as well as decaffeinated drinks on the market. Again you should check with your
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Is there caffeine in the products?

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The only product containing caffeine is GET-GO-N PLUS. It contains 80 milligrams of caffeine, which is less than an 8 oz. cup of coffee and less than 1/3 of the amount found in many espresso drinks. The caffeine is included in the energy drink to facilitate the utilization of the components that help you to maintain energy throughout the day. The caffeine is essentially used up in this process and you should not have a drop in energy as you would with most caffeinated beverages.
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Although caffeine is a stimulant it does not focus specifically enough in the areas of the brain to be effective. The dose required to be effective introduces too many negative side effects. However, there is a tendency for Undiagnosed Addults with ADD to in-advertly/unknowingly self medicate with Coffee.
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Caffeine stimulates an overproduction of insulin, which ultimately promotes weight gain. The biggest need is to stop a caffeine addiction. Once you go 2 weeks without caffeine, you may have it again as long as you don't become dependent on it for energy.
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Caffeine is a stimulant drug found in tea as well as in many other natural substances. Coffee is better known as a dietary source of caffeine (and the source of the name 'caffeine'), but tea contains a significant amount of the drug. Other natural sources of caffeine are chocolate and yerba maté, which is used as an herbal drink in parts of South America. Caffeine is also added to many foods and drugs, including soft drinks and pain relievers such as Excedrin.
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FAQ about Health
Most health experts recommend using common sense and moderation when consuming caffeine. Most health organizations define moderate as no more than 300 milligrams or the equivalent of three cups of coffee per day. More importantly, you should not replace your daily water intake with caffeinated beverages. Caffeine is not addictive in the same way as nicotine and alcohol but it can cause you to experience side effects if you are used to large quantities and then stop consuming it.
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How much caffeine is there in tea?

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The caffeine content in tea averages about 1/3 the amount found in equal liquid quantities of coffee, about 28-44 mg of caffeine per cup. It is only a myth that green and white teas have less caffeine. The leaves contain the same amount of caffeine but you tend to brew green teas for a shorter period of time and this will lessen the amount of caffeine that ends up in the brew.
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Do I have chemically or non-chemically enhanced scalp and hair?

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Bionutrient Protectives system for chemically enhanced or Bionutrient Actives system for non-chemically enhanced scalp and hair.
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Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD)
Although caffeine is a stimulant it does not focus specifically enough in the areas of the brain to be effective. The dose required to be effective introduces too many negative side effects.
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How chemically-resistant are the TrackPans?

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The all-polyethylene Ultra-TrackPans offer excellent chemical resistance for a broad range of acids, caustics, corrosives, solvent, oils, diesel fuel, etc. UltraTech’s engineering staff is available to review specific chemicals upon request.
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How much caffeine is in Chocolate?

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The small amount of caffeine present in chocolate occurs naturally in the cocoa bean, unlike the caffeine in soft drinks which is added during the manufacturing process. The amounts of caffeine in specific HERSHEY'S chocolate products are listed on the Chocolate Products Caffeine page.
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How much caffeine is there in [drink/food/pill]?

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According to the National Soft Drink Association, the following is the caffeine content in mgs per 12 oz can of soda: Afri-Cola 100.0 (?) Jolt 71.2 Sugar-Free Mr. Pibb 58.8 Mountain Dew 55.0 (no caffeine in Canada) Diet Mountain Dew 55.0 Kick citrus 54 (36mg per 8oz can, caffeine from guarana) Mello Yellow 52.8 Surge 51.0 Tab 46.8 Battery energy drink -- 140mg/l = 46.7mg/can Coca-Cola 45.6 Diet Cola 45.6 Shasta Cola 44.4 Shasta Cherry Cola 44.4 Shasta Diet Cola 44.4 Mr. Pibb 40.8 OK Soda 40.
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How much caffeine there is in blend X?

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Source: Newsletter--Mountanos Bros. Coffee Co., San Francisco) VARIETALS/STRAIGHTS Brazil Bourbons 1.20% Celebes Kalossi 1.22 Colombia Excelso 1.37 Colombia Supremo 1.37 Costa Rica Tarrazu 1.35 Ethiopian Harrar-Moka 1.13 Guatemala Antigua 1.32 Indian Mysore 1.37 Jamaican Blue Mtn/Wallensford Estate 1.24 Java Estate Kuyumas 1.20 Kenya AA 1.36 Kona Extra Prime 1.32 Mexico Pluma Altura 1.17 Mocha Mattari (Yemen) 1.01 New Guinea 1.30 Panama Organic 1.34 Sumatra Mandheling-Lintong 1.
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Where can I find a gif of the caffeine molecule?

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The Department of Chemistry at Jamaica of the University of Western Indies has made available an avi and an mpeg of a rotation of the caffeine molecule, among other molecules and chemical processes. The index page contains more information and the links to the clips. CH3 | N / \ N----C C==O || || | || || | CH C N--CH3 \ / \ / N C | || CH3 O There is a gif picture at the wuarchive.wustl.
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How does caffeine taste?

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Caffeine is very bitter. Barq's Root Beer contains caffeine and the company says that it has "12.78mg per 6oz" and that they "add it as a flavouring agent for the sharp bitterness"
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How to cut caffeine intake?

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Most people report a very good success ratio by cutting down caffeine intake at the rate of 1/2 cup of coffee a day. This is known as Caffeine Fading. Alternatively you might try reducing coffee intake in discrete steps of two-five cups of coffee less per week (depending on how high is your initial intake). If you are drinking more than 10 cups of coffee a day, you should seriously consider cutting down.
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What are the symptoms of caffeine withdrawal?

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Regular caffeine consumption reduces sensitivity to caffeine. When caffeine intake is reduced, the body becomes oversensitive to adenosine. In response to this oversensitiveness, blood pressure drops dramatically, causing an excess of blood in the head (though not necessarily on the brain), leading to a headache. This headache, well known among coffee drinkers, usually lasts from one to five days, and can be alleviated with analgesics such as aspirin.
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How can I get off my addiction to caffeine?

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Start drinking more green juices, including wheat grass, which will help alkalize your blood and reduce cravings for coffee and caffeine. To help avoid withdrawl problems, consider migrating off gradually with half decaf, working your way to 100% decaf or hot tea. Remember, part of the addiction can be the experience (going to a cafe or wrapping your hands around a big, warm mug), so look for ways to replicate the experience without the caffeine.
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Is caffeine harmful?

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Many women complain of sore, painful breasts. After a consultation with a physician to rule out disease, a caffeine-free diet may be recommended to reduce this pain. A caffeine-free diet will take approximately two months to yield an improvement in the discomfort and pain associated with fibrocystic changes. Some women respond more slowly and it may take up to a year, while others find no relief from reduced caffeine. Read more...
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