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[1] [51] [52] Autism has been linked to birth defect agents acting during the first eight weeks from conception, though these cases are rare. [53] If the mother of the child is dealing with autoimmune conditions or disorders while pregnant, it may have an effect on the child's development of autism. [54]
There is insufficient evidence to determine if sedation caused by caffeine is due to a true paradoxical reaction, or rather from dehydration and sleep deprivation caused by the caffeine. [21] Furthermore, there are no conclusive studies showing a differential effect of caffeine in individuals with ADHD compared to the general population.
The health effects of coffee include various possible health benefits and health risks. [ 1 ] A 2017 umbrella review of meta-analyses found that drinking coffee is generally safe within usual levels of intake and is more likely to improve health outcomes than to cause harm at doses of 3 or 4 cups of coffee daily.
For reference, a brewed 8oz (227ml) cup of coffee contains ~95 mg of caffeine (per USDA). [6] According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, caffeine overdose can result in a state of excessive stimulation of the central nervous system and the essential feature of Caffeine Intoxication is the recent consumption of caffeine.
Caffeine – ADHD is associated with increased caffeine consumption, and caffeine's stimulant effects on cognition may have some benefits for ADHD. [249] Limited evidence suggests a small therapeutic effect that is markedly inferior to standard treatments like methylphenidate and dextroamphetamine while still producing similar or greater side ...
The potential benefits of caffeine are increased focus and reaction time, reduced perceived effort, and faster sprint performance. It blocks tiredness-causing adenosine from receptors in the brain.
Effects of caffeine on mood, cognition and drink acceptability; Aromas and cognitive performance; Seafarer Fatigue: The Cardiff Research Programme [5] [6] An investigation of the effects of inulin on energy, mood and cognitive function; The acute effects of inulin on subjective reports of well-being and objective measures of cognitive performance
Caffeine dependence can cause a host of physiological effects if caffeine consumption is not maintained. Commonly known caffeine withdrawal symptoms include headaches, fatigue, loss of focus, lack of motivation, mood swings, nausea, insomnia, dizziness, cardiac issues, hypertension, anxiety, and backache and joint pain; these can range in severity from mild to severe. [18]