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Muhammad Liaquat Raza1, Motahareh Haghipanah2, Nasrollah Moradikor2
1Department of Infection Prevention & Control, Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Progress in Brain Research
|August 21, 2024
Summary
Coffee
Area of Science:
- Nutritional Science
- Psychology
- Environmental Science
Background:
- Coffee is a globally consumed beverage with complex effects on human well-being.
- Understanding the nuanced relationship between coffee consumption and stress is crucial for public health.
- Existing research presents a dichotomy of coffee's impact on stress, necessitating a comprehensive review.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the multifaceted effects of coffee consumption on stress management.
- To evaluate both the benefits and drawbacks of coffee intake concerning stress response and resilience.
- To identify knowledge gaps and propose future research directions in coffee and stress management.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive review of recent scientific literature on coffee and stress.
- Analysis of physiological, psychological, and social impacts of coffee.
- Consideration of vulnerable populations, medication interactions, and sustainability.
Main Results:
- Moderate coffee intake may reduce stress, enhance coping mechanisms, and promote relaxation.
- Excessive coffee consumption is linked to negative health outcomes (cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, mental).
- Individual responses to coffee vary, influenced by factors like genetics and health status.
Conclusions:
- Coffee's impact on stress is dose-dependent and individualized.
- A holistic approach considering health, sustainability, and social factors is essential for mindful coffee consumption.
- Further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms of coffee's effects on stress resilience.
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