It has been estimated that over 85% of Americans use considerable amounts of caffeine on a daily basis (Bennett Alan Weinberg). It is often coined as the world's most popular drug. Caffeine has over come its negative reputation enough to be bought and sold almost everywhere and is available to purchase on almost every street corner. Caffeine is delivered in many forms including sports drinks, over the counter pills, sodas, tea and coffee. Caffeine affects our central nervous system as a stimulant. Many people use the effects of caffeine to help increase their alertness and to combat drowsiness. Just 100-200 milligrams of caffeine will increase a persons thought process and focus, and often able you to have better body coordination. Contrary to popular belief, caffeine does not take away your need to sleep; it just decreases your desire or sensation of being tired for short periods of time. Caffeine enters your body through the stomach and small intestine and a person can feel the......
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