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- Title
Evaluation of Caffeine Consumption by Bezmialem Vakıf University Students.
- Authors
YÜCEKAYA, Ahmed Alper; ÖZÇELİK, Semra
- Abstract
Introduction: Caffeine is a part of our diet and is usually consumed in different types of food and beverages, such as coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans, and other plants. Caffeine is considered a mild stimulant that is affordable and easily available worldwide. In the literature, it has been stated that caffeine can affect human health in both positive and negative ways. It has been reported that moderate caffeine intake can reduce fatigue through its stimulating effect. On the other hand, it has been reported that mood swings, sleep problems, and anxiety disorders may be observed because of the negative effects of caffeine; excessive caffeine consumption may disrupt the fluid electrolyte balance with its diuretic effect and may result in adverse health conditions such as cardiovascular problems, decreased bone density, and calcium accumulation. Method: The aim of this study was to evaluate caffeine consumption in Bezmialem Vakıf University students. The questionnaire is planned to be administered to all undergraduate and associate degree students studying at Bezmialem University during the 2022-2023 academic year. Results: A total of 230 people participated in the study. According to the analysis, the rate of caffeine intake was higher in men than in women: 58% (p=0.04). In the entire research group, caffeine intake was mostly from coffee (67.8%). No significant relationship was found between caffeine intake and increased sleep problems (p=0.12). Conclusion: In summary, it was concluded that Bezmialem Vakıf University students prefer caffeine to feel more fit, energetic, and less sleepy, and most students use caffeinated products 2-3 times a day.
- Subjects
CAFFEINE; SLEEP; COLLEGE students; CACAO beans; COFFEE beans; UNDERGRADUATES
- Publication
Bezmialem Science, 2024, Vol 13, pS60
- ISSN
2148-2373
- Publication type
Abstract