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Caffeine.

Caffeine is a stimulant that is naturally found in coffee, tea, and cacao plants. It helps you stay alert and prevents tiredness by stimulating the brain and central nervous system. Caffeine consumption is considered safe if done in moderation. Too much of it can result in addiction and side effects such as headaches, tremors, restlessness, and sleep disturbances.

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I would like to know about the natural sources, benefits, risks, and amount of caffeine to be included in one's diet. Please help.

Query: Hi doctor,Please let me know the natural sources of caffeine. Are cocoa beans, tea, yerba mate, guarana, and so on the natural sources? What is caffeine and what effect does caffeine have on our body? Further, I would like to know how much caffeine is contained in a serving, and what are the associa...  Read Full »

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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I warmly welcome you to the expert medical opinion platform. Caffeine is a naturally occurring alkaloid in about 60 plant species. Of these, cocoa beans, kola nuts, tea leaves, and coffee beans are the most well-known sources of caffeine. Other natural sources of ca...  Read Full »

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