High-energy carbonated soft drinks that contain large amount amounts of caffeine have become big business in the last few years. Between 31 and 34 percent of 18- to 24-year-olds drink energy drinks, according to the Centers for Disease Control and...
A stroke can be a devastating event, requiring months or even years of rehabilitation for recovery. While caffeine and alcohol were once thought to be risk factors for strokes, recent evidence reveals that in moderation they may actually improve...
In order to conceive a healthy baby you need to ensure that your diet is healthy and well-balanced. Alcohol and caffeine are two safe items in moderation when you are not trying to get pregnant, but you should reconsider their place in your diet...
Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant that temporarily increases attention, alertness and motor activity, reports the University of Michigan Health Service. Alcohol is a depressant, which serves to slow down brain and motor activity....
An arrhythmia is a change in your heartbeat's rhythm that may feel like a racing, slow or irregular heartbeat. Arrhythmias usually aren't serious and are oftentimes caused by stress, caffeine or alcohol. However, an arrhythmia can be dangerous if...
Hydration refers to the amount of fluid retained and used by the body. The Kendrick Fincher Hydration Foundation notes that the body is made up of 75 percent water, which is important for carrying nutrients and oxygen to all the cells. A hydrated...
Caffeine is a stimulant that increases alertness, while alcohol is a central nervous system depressant, notes the National Institute on Drug Abuse. Despite their opposing functions in the body, both caffeine and urine affect the urinary system...
The mixture of caffeine and alcohol can be toxic to your body. Caffeine appears to override the tiredness that occurs when you drink alcohol. It also delays your feeling of drunkenness. If you drink alcohol while taking caffeine pills, you are...
The Center for Science in the Public Interest reports that according to researchers at Wake Forest University, 28 percent of college drinkers try the combination of alcohol and caffeine together every month. Caffeine is a primary ingredient in...
Tobacco, alcohol, and caffeine are all addictive substances, and many Americans find themselves trying to cut back. However, these three substances are very different from each other. Tobacco is the only one of the three that seems to have no...
Fluids do not hydrate the body equally, thanks to ingredients contained within that can stimulate diuresis or urination in the body. Two beverages considered to be natural diuretics are alcohol and caffeine-containing drinks, such as coffee, soda...
Dehydration is the term used to describe an imbalance between fluid needs and fluid loss: when more fluid is lost than is required for normal body processes, dehydration may occur. Symptoms indicating dehydration include feeling thirsty, dizzy...
The dehydrating effects of caffeine and alcohol have commonly been advanced by a myriad of authorities, including Harvard Medical School and Vanderbilt University. But recent studies call in question whether drinks containing caffeine decrease...
Both caffeine and alcohol have physiological and psychological effects upon the body. While caffeine is a well-known stimulant that individuals often use to increase feelings of alertness and attention, alcohol is an inhibition-lowering drug and a...
The kidneys have a number of responsibilities, including the filtering of wastes and toxins from the blood, regulation of blood volume and pressure, maintenance of electrolyte levels in blood and regulation of blood pH. Kidney function is...
Beta-blockers are commonly prescribed for a wide range of medical issues including heart disease and hypertension. The type of beta-blocker prescribed determines whether you should eliminate caffeine and alcohol from your diet while you are on the...
Following a diet is not always easy, and it can be overwhelming to choose the diet that suits you best among the many different diet plans offered. The best diet is the one that you will be able to stick with, not only during the weight loss...
Medical professionals have commonly warned against the dehydrating effects of alcohol and caffeine in the body. As of 2010, authorities such as Harvard Medical School and Vanderbilt University continue to advance the dehydrating effects of both....
Alcohol and caffeine are two substances that can irritate the lining of your digestive system. Stomach pains are common and usually harmless. If you develop severe or recurring stomach pain, talk with your doctor. Recurring pain after consuming...
Pregnancy is a time when many women worry about their eating or drinking habits. Because it may be a few weeks before your pregnancy is confirmed, you may have been enjoying your usual coffee, energy drinks, wine or liquor in the earliest stages...
Alcohol and caffeine are the two most common food-related triggers for migraine headaches, according to the National Pain Foundation. A migraine headache is often mistaken for a sinus headache because of similar symptoms, according to...
Taking a 28-day break from bad dietary habits like caffeine and alcohol or too much refined sugar and flour may help you establish healthier patterns. Base your detox diet on fruits and vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins. Your doctor or a...
The majority of the human body is composed of water, and when people do not have enough water in their bodies dehydration occurs. Dehydration can cause sickness, low blood pressure, fatigue and other health problems that become more serious and...
Pregnant women have a great deal to think about when it comes to putting together a healthy diet. If you have looked into pregnancy nutrition guidelines, you know that it's as much about what you leave out of your diet as it is about what you...
Alcohol, caffeine and nicotine are substances that affect your body and can sometimes create a dependency. If you consume alcohol and caffeine, use them in moderation. Unlike the other substances, aspartame is an artificial sweetener that should...
If you've had gallbladder problems, you probably know already that diet can affect your risk of inflammation and gallstones. Surprisingly, alcohol and caffeine seem to reduce your odds of gallbladder problems, because they help to stimulate your...
Indigestion, also known as dyspepsia, is the term for digestive discomfort felt in the upper abdomen and associated with improper eating habits or other digestive conditions. A number of symptoms and cause of indigestion; but fortunately, it is...
Imagine you are taking an important test when suddenly you have the need to urinate. You cannot control it and are unable to make the bathroom in time. According to the Mayo Clinic, overactive bladder refers to a bladder problem where you have the...
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