Tea and coffee, which we consume the most after water, are our main sources of caffeine. Caffeine is a natural ingredient found in the fruit, seeds and leaves of more than 60 plant species. Sources; coffee, tea, cola drinks and chocolate. It is known that daily consumption of 400mg is reliable in healthy individuals. This means that daily coffee consumption is 3-4 cups.
Caffeine has no property of being stored in the body. Caffeine starts to show its effect 5-10 minutes after it is taken orally. Absorption in the digestive system is completed in 45 minutes. It reaches its high level in the blood in the middle of 30-60 minutes and starts to be eliminated from the body within a few hours.
It has a stimulating effect on the muscle and border system. Using 400mg daily increases attention by making a positive contribution to memory and concentration; reduces fatigue. Caffeine accelerates metabolism as it increases power expenditure; that helps burn calories. Consumption of 1 mg of caffeine per kilogram can increase metabolism by 2%.
Unfortunately, excessive consumption of caffeine, whose good feature we are talking about, can cause blood pressure to rise. Since it has a diuretic effect (water removal from the body), it is absolutely necessary to pay attention to water intake with caffeinated foods.
Excessive use of caffeinated beverages can cause calcium deficiency. By reducing the absorption of calcium, it can cause setbacks related to its storage. You can reduce this effect by drinking your coffee with milk.
Below are the caffeine contents of some beverages. Do not forget that the amount of caffeine consumed daily should not be over 400 mg, and consume it with pleasureJ
240 ml black tea 47 mg
240 ml green tea 30-50 mg
240 ml filter coffee 95 mg
240 ml latte 75 mg
330 ml cola 35 mg
50 g chocolate bar 9 mg
