Caffeine its identity, dietary sources, intake and biological effects

Caffeine its identity, dietary sources, intake and biological effects

1978

The chemical identity and dietary sources of caffeine, its intake by individuals in the United States and its known biological effects are reported. All of the caffeine present in the American diet is imported, and it is most commonly found in coffee, tea, chocolate, cola and certain medicines. It acts as a stimulant, a coronary dilator and a diuretic. Caffeine also relaxes smooth muscles, stimulates gastric acid secretion, and elevates plasma free fatty acid and glucose levels. Tables are included.

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adolescent aged animals cacao caffeine caffeine carbonated beverages chemical composition chemical phenomena chemistry coffee diet drug tolerance heart diseases humans infant metabolism mutagens pharmacology pregnancy tea tea toxicity

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Publié dans

Nutrition reviews

Volume 36 Numéro 4 Pagination 97 - 102 ISSN 0029-6643

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Springer-Verlag

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Chemically induced; Female; Lethal dose 50; Middle aged; Nonprescription drugs; Child; Adult; Consumption units; Coffee (beverage); Peptic ulcer; Preschool; Child; Food imports

Langue

anglais

Type

Journal Article; Text

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Caffeine its identity, dietary sources, intake and biological effects

1978

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