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Thursday, Nov. 30, 2006
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Energy drinks are popular among college students.
Photo: Poulio Mavabmo
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America's most popular drug
Getting by on a combination of too much Red Bull and too little sleep is practically a college requirement. However, while energy drinks, soft drinks and coffee might be a staple of the student diet, many experts believe that taking in too much caffeine might lead to addiction, heart irregularities and even an overdose. At the same time, it can increase alertness and physical stamina, enhance performance and even decrease or slow the effects of alcohol.
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The Chemistry of Caffeine
Caffeine is absorbed through the stomach into the blood, and takes from 15 to 30 minutes to stimulate the nervous system with the level of caffeine determining the level of stimulation. The chemical works by slowing cell activity, which stimulates the release of adrenaline to increase heart rate, blood flow and muscular activity.
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Getting your TG fix 24/7
A special treat for Leavey Library all-nighters: Trojan Grounds is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The coffeehouse, located on the bottom floor of Birnkrant Residential College, right next to Leavey Library, began its 24-hour open-door policy Monday.
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