Caffeine Flashcards
Caffeine boosts alertness by
Stimulating central nervous system and blocking adenosine
Adenosine is a molecule that (2)
Reduces heart rate
Promotes sleep
Moderate amount of caffeine a day (range)
300-400mg
Cup of coffee is _ mg
100
Benefits of 300-400mg caffeine a day reduced risk of
Heart disease
If taken prior to high-intensity training, caffeine _
Boosts metabolic rate and glycogen (fuel) storage
Coffee contains (2)
Antioxidants
Potassium
Potassium has been shown to lower
Blood pressure
Caffeine increases brain _
Activity
Caffeine prompts release of
Adrenaline
Some studies have linked moderate consumption of alcohol to lower risk of
Coronary heart disease
Red wine contains
Polyphenols
Polyphenols are an
Antioxidant
Polyphenols have _ properties
Anti-inflammatory
Red wine has around _ times more Polyphenols than white
10
