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9780203618851

Coffee, Tea, Chocolate, and the Brain

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  • ISBN13:

    9780203618851

  • ISBN10:

    0203618858

  • Copyright: 2004-04-27
  • Publisher: Taylor & Francis

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Coffee, Tea, Chocolate, and the Brain analyzes current research findings on caffeine compounds and their interaction with the brain and central nervous system. The book discusses the effects of coffee, tea, and chocolate on memory, cognitive performance, Parkinson's disease, stroke, oxidative stress, headache and sleep disorders, addiction dependence, and more. It also explores the relationships between caffeine and seizures, blood flow, alertness, and cravings. With contributions from world experts in the field, this reference will be of great interest to all students and researchers of nutrition, psychology, neuroscience, pharmacology, and other health related sciences.  

Table of Contents

Mechanisms of Action of Caffeine on the Nervous System
Effects of Caffeine on Sleep and Wakefulness: An Update
Arousal and Behavior: Biopsychological Effects of Caffeine
Coffee, Caffeine and Cognitive Performance
Effects of Coffee and Caffeine on Mood and Mood Disorders
Age-related Changes in the Effects of Coffee on Memory and Cognitive Performance
Neurodevelopmental Consequences of Coffee/Caffeine Exposure
Caffeine Effects on the Human Stress Axis
Dependence Upon Coffee and Caffeine: An Update
Caffeine and Parkinson's Disease
Caffeine in Ischemia and Seizures: Paradoxical Effects of Long-term Exposure
Caffeine and Headache: Relationship with the Effects of Caffeine on Cerebral Blood Flow
Effects of Non-caffeine Constituents in Roasted Coffee on the Brain
Can Tea Consumption Protect Against Stroke?
The Biology and Psychology of Chocolate Craving
Is There a Relationship between Chocolate Consumption and Headache?
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