This is the benefit of caffeine in addition to preventing drowsiness
JAKARTA. So far, coffee is sought after because it contains caffeine which has the ability to resist drowsiness. Still sleepy and want to get a boost of energy in the morning, usually coffee is what you are looking for. Want to stay up late? It must be coffee that will be sought first.
In terms of resisting drowsiness, caffeine works to block the A2A receptors which are responsible for drowsiness. When these receptors are disturbed, drowsiness is lost.
But, actually caffeine works not only as a drowsiness remover. Here are some little-known benefits of caffeine, quoted from healthtoday.net:
Laxative fat
Caffeine breaks down fat in two ways. First, caffeine has a thermic effect. This effect increases body heat production. The heat increases, the fat goes away.
Second, caffeine has a lipolytic effect that makes triglycerides release fatty acids which are then used by the body as fuel.
Improve cognitive function
Caffeine helps the production of adrenaline and dopamine. They both make the body feel good and the brain feel clearer. As a result, the owner of the body feels more motivated and more focused on what he is doing.
No wonder so many people look for coffee as a mood booster. They feel more able to concentrate after drinking coffee.
Improve physical activity performance
Caffeine supplements can be used to increase strength and energy during activities. For example, to improve performance when doing aerobic exercise. Caffeine also helps the body recover after long and strenuous physical activity.
The combination of caffeine and carbohydrates will have a more significant effect. Typically, the dose of caffeine used is around 400-600mg. It should be noted, for optimal results, you should get in the habit of consuming caffeine for a few weeks. The benefits will not be felt when you drink supplements or sip coffee.
(Michael Metekohy)