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Dictionary » C » Caffeine CaffeineCaffeine (Science: chemical) a xanthine derivative that elevates camp levels in cells by inhibiting phosphodiesterases. A bitter alkaloid found in coffee and tea that is responsible for their stimulating effects.Caffeine is a diuretic that stimulates the central nervous system, and can be found in cocoa beans. ![]()
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Results from our forumRe: Caffeine Coursework... help. i am trying to do section on biological info, and i just dont understand this passage from wikipedia, can anyone explain it to me? "Caffeine's principal mode of action is as an antagonist of adenosine receptors in the brain. Like alcohol and nicotine, caffeine readily crosses the ...
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Re: Caffeine Coursework... subjects" ProPlus tablets, the tablet packet states that you shouldnt take more then 2 tablets in 3 hours (100mg) however, having researched caffeine, i believe that it is safe to take upto 300mg (6 tablets). Do you think it is safe for me to give someone upto 5 tablets in one go? Consider ...
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Caffeine CourseworkOne serving of coffee has approximately 80mg of caffeine so i cant see that a person who had 4 coffees in one go would have too bad of an effect but it wouldn't be good for you i suspect, all depends on the willingness of your test subjects. I wouldn't ...
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