Guatemala rights scientist honoured Nov 13, 2008
Most scientists face nothing more serious in their working lives than a low salary, a major caffeine habit and the spectre of a rival making the grand breakthrough first. The work provides some closure for victims' families. (Yahoo News -- Guatemala)
Discover the Link Between Pain and Poor Sleep Nov 13, 2008
"Fortunately, there are many ways you can help improve your rest. In its Web-based "Ask the Expert" column, the National Sleep Foundation offers the following tips: * Curtail caffeine consumption. "It's not just a wives' tale - caffeine really is a stimulant that can interfere with sleep," Bittman says. "Reduce your intake throughout the day and especially avoid caffeine in the hours prior to bedtime. "* Limit alcohol consumption and avoid it altogether in the evening. "Even moderate alcohol... (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Life's dance Nov 13, 2008
Some researchers speculate that the caffeine in coffee helps protect the brain. Go to the gym, take a walk or just get out and move most days of the week. (USA Today -- News)
California economy loses $28 billion yearly to health effects of ... Nov 13, 2008
"Hall agreed. "This is a drain that could be spent in far better ways," she said.Sahagun is a Times staff writer. The president-elect's home is off-limits, but you can explore his South Side neighborhood, visiting Burnham Park, 57th Street Books, Pizza Capri and other family favorites. Based on the latest UK findings, pregnancy has room for a little wine or beer, but be cautious with caffeine. . Text ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Food Headlines 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. From the be-all, end-all turkey recipe... (Los Angeles Times)
Ken Griffey, Jr. Named New Spokesperson for Power Ice(R) Nov 13, 2008
Unlike other sports and energy drinks, Power Ice does not contain caffeine, High Fructose Corn Syrup or artificial sweeteners. Power Ice is available in two delicious flavors of Lime Kicker and Orange Blast and is sold in three packs for $1. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Sleep and health: Rest is the best medicine Nov 13, 2008
Exercise during the day, avoid alcohol and caffeine at night, skip late night TV and Internet use and try to get into a normal sleep schedule. Those are ways folks can sidestep problems with inadequate sleep, the CNN.com story says. (Florida Times-Union)
Humorous Feherty is serious about helping veterans Nov 12, 2008
The Northern Irishman can range from sophomoric to Sophoclean faster than Robin Williams on a caffeine trip. In between the usual funny stuff promoting his irreverent Golden Ferret awards to be revealed in Golf Magazine , however, Feherty provided a lot of thoughtful comment that was surprisingly perfect fodder on Veterans Day. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Caffeine content, now in black and white Nov 12, 2008
com: New caffeine counts put a number to your buzz ... New caffeine counts put a number to your buzz ... Now, one brand is 'fessing up about how much caffeine you're drinking along with it. (Globe and Mail)
Load up on these five items and your brain will thank you Nov 12, 2008
Maybe you don t need more caffeine to plow through the rest of the afternoon. Make sure to drink water or other thirst-quenching drinks throughout the day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Setting the Mood Nov 11, 2008
Whether in coffee, tea, sodas or chocolate, caffeine, up to a certain point, can get your motor going ... Besides containing caffeine, chocolate contains two compounds believed to have sex-enhancing effects: anandamide and phenylethylamine (PEA). (Fox News)
Cathy Zimmerman: And the politicians think this was hard on them? Nov 11, 2008
Habits of blame and contempt are like caffeine, a handy dose of cheap adrenaline. What we really need is a sustained energy source, made up of creativity, cooperation, guts and discipline. (Longview Daily News, WA)
BETTER LIFE: More news on keeping your heart healthy Nov 11, 2008
The coroner says he's almost certain the guy had an underlying heart condition, which might have been exacerbated by the caffeine in Red Bull. Each can contains the same amount of caffeine as a cup of coffee, according to the product's. (USA Today -- Money)
Risks of High-Caffeine Energy Drink... Nov 10, 2008
Risks of High-Caffeine Energy Drinks: Usage Linked to a Wide Range of Physical Symptoms, Risky Behaviors ... Risks of High-Caffeine Energy Drinks ... Risks of High-Caffeine Energy Drinks. (Suite101.com)
It was in the stars Nov 10, 2008
Somebody needs to cut back on Scott Howard s caffeine on game days. Whereas Larry Munson was known for getting into the game and turning a colorful phrase, on Georgia s big scoring plays Saturday Howard sounded more like your average screaming fan freaking out. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
• Reduceyour risk Nov 10, 2008
Caffeine may also reduce your risk of Parkinson's. Limit your exposure to lead and pesticides. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
10 Tips for Healthy Living Nov 10, 2008
Be sure to avoid caffeine or exercise right before bed. Instead try reading a book or meditating. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Toxins in Food Are Killing People Nov 9, 2008
It doesn t matter if these drinks are diet, caffeine free, or the regular. All of them are lethal. (Suite101.com)
Glamour and Grimes Nov 9, 2008
But the tabloids were like, Look at Shenae and her caffeine addiction. . (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Tell us why you are thankful this year ... Nov 8, 2008
I am thankful for dripping icicles, Velcro, the backspace key, silent movies, Socrates, favorite jeans, caffeine, slinkies on escalators and matching socks. I am thankful for self cleaning ovens, stuffing in teddy bears, a good ending to a movie, screw on bottle caps, a superb glass of wine, overturned rocks, uni-ball pens, park benches and poetic justice. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Getting Relief from Menstrual Cramp... Nov 8, 2008
Caffeine, dairy products, salt, and sugar can increase the possibility and severity of cramps. The Chinese also believe that cold foods add to menstrual pain. (Suite101.com)
Feel-good foods: What you eat really can affect your mood Nov 8, 2008
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published - Saturday, November 08, 2008. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Runway Ready Nov 8, 2008
If you stop into a today and say you voted, you will get a free cup of coffee - just the regular coffee, nothing fancy like my favorite seasonal beverage - the Ginger Snap Latte, formerly the Gingerbread Latte, but hey, it's still free caffeine. This promotion is run on the honor system, but don't take advantage if you don't vote. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Caffeine Addiction Nov 7, 2008
Appropriate Versus Excessive Amounts of Caffeine Per Day ... But how much is too much, and what are the effects of caffeine on the body ... Many are in a daily habit of consuming caffeine, often unaware of the detrimental effects that caffeine can have upon the body. (Suite101.com)
How to save $1,000 by Christmas Nov 7, 2008
In this example, cutting back on caffeine saved about $200. But don t go cold turkey, the experts say. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
Leafs miss their wake-up call Nov 7, 2008
Maybe Wilson should have ordered the strongest espresso he could find, because, once again, early in their 5-2 loss the Leafs played like a team in dire need of caffeine. "I think I'll go over to Dunkin' Donuts and get a 10-cup box and place a few in the stalls of some of the guys to make sure they are ready," Wilson said before the game. (Globe and Mail)
Study: Quit Caffeine While Pregnant Nov 6, 2008
(WebMD) Women who plan to become pregnant should quit caffeine completely - or at least "markedly reduce" caffeine consumption - when pregnant, British researchers report ... But the researchers and editorialists agree that cutting back on caffeine during pregnancy seems like good advice ... The researchers focused on fetal growth restriction -- babies born smaller than expected for their gestational age -- and a potential link to caffeine consumption. (CBS News)
Teen jumps into business with skateboarder's shop at Burlington Mall Nov 6, 2008
Just 19 years old and still in college, Polianites, who goes by Matty, can work 13-hour days on caffeine and fast food while keeping an upbeat attitude about starting his business in a down market. "The recession isn't stopping people from skateboarding," Polianites, a sophomore at Suffolk University Sawyer Business School, said. (Boston Globe)
Chronic Headaches? 'Medication Overuse Headaches' Surprisingly Common Nov 6, 2008
Other common causes of MOH, which affect one in 100 Taiwanese people, include analgesics, with or without caffeine. Dr Zaza Katsarava from the University of Essen in Germany reports that new rules that enable healthcare plans to sign contracts with headache centres to provide day care centre withdrawal programmes have reduced MOH relapse rates in the country. (Science Daily)
Sleep apnea may sabotage your diet Nov 6, 2008
Caffeine blocks the action of adenosine, a brain chemical that induces sleep ... (One eight-ounce cup of coffee has 80 to 175 milligrams of caffeine; the same serving size of tea has 45 milligrams ... Avoid caffeine in the afternoon and evening. (Globe and Mail)
What's Happening Nov 6, 2008
"Caffeine for the Soul" Fundraiser - 7:30 p.m., Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 800 W. Lake Drive; Lyric League's second fundraiser for The Healing Place; performance of classic pop, rock and jazz tunes; refreshments; www. lyricleague. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Alcohol, caffeine intake 'confusing for pregnant women' Nov 6, 2008
Bounty News - Alcohol, caffeine intake 'confusing for pregnant women ... Alcohol, caffeine intake 'confusing for pregnant women ... Monitoring levels of alcohol and caffeine intake during pregnancy can prove to be difficult for many expectant mums, as caffeine is often hidden in a modern diet and experts have not yet established an exact limit on alcohol. (Bounty)
Safer Ways to Keep Little Ones Healthy This Winter Nov 6, 2008
A natural remedy for healthy sinus, respiratory and immune support in children ages 2 to 12, Sinupret for Kids does not contain stimulants, caffeine, ephedra, pseudoephedrine, codeine, steroids, narcotics or gluten. "Parents are looking for a natural and safe approach for their kids," Sears says. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Health Buzz: Rainfall's Autism Link and Other Health News Nov 5, 2008
Caffeine and Pregnancy ... The , on the basis of this study, to lower the recommended daily limit of caffeine consumption from 300 mg to 200 mg ... While there is no such recommended limit in the United States, even for pregnant women, many doctors tell expecting moms to reduce their caffeine consumption. (U.S. News & World Report)
Letter: Eating right key to being healthy Nov 5, 2008
We don't do sugar at all and have tried giving up caffeine. We were told to become vegetarian to become healthier. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
LETTERS: NCT, Nov. 4, 2008 Nov 5, 2008
I gave up most fast food and caffeine about 5 years ago, when the Mrs was diagnosed with diabetes. I always pack fruit (who does not love apples, oranges, bannanas, kiwis etc and especially any melon) and veggies when I know I'll be looking for Alf's KJ about noon. (North County Times)
Consuming Even Small Amounts Of Caffeine When Pregnant May Affect Growth Of Unborn Child Nov 5, 2008
4, 2008) Consuming caffeine at any time during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of fetal growth restriction (low birth weight), according to research published on the British Medical Journal website ... Although some previous studies have also shown this, this BMJ study additionally shows that any amount and type of caffeine intake from tea, cola, chocolate, cocoa, and some prescription drugs, as well as coffee is linked with relatively slower fetal growth ... Dr Justin Konje and... (Science Daily)
Institute awarded $2.3Mgrant Nov 5, 2008
Sometimes it s caffeine pills or anti-sleeping pills, so the antipsychotic medications could help them with that. As the medications have a widespread use, particular concerns have risen among the youth and the elderly, whom the AHRQ and FDA defined as the primary focus of the research project, Crystal said. (The Daily Targum, NJ)
New caffeine advice in pregnancy Nov 5, 2008
Caffeine and pregnancy ... The newspaper says that new research has led the UK Food Standards Agency to reduce its maximum recommended daily caffeine intake during pregnancy to 200 mg, roughly the amount in two cups of instant coffee ... This well conducted study does show a link between a higher caffeine intake during pregnancy and lower birth weight. (NHS Choices)
Caffeine intake by expectant mothers leads to low birth weight babies Nov 5, 2008
A study conducted by British researchers on 2645 pregnant women, with average age 30 and with low risk pregnancies revealed that even low amount of caffeine could lead to low weight babies ... It was found that the average caffeine intake during pregnancy was 159 milligrams a day which is much lower than the 300 mg/day recommended by the U.K.'s Food Standards Agency ... Tea was the main source of caffeine (62 %), followed by coffee (14%), cola (12%), chocolate (8%) and soft drinks (2%). (TopNews)
Vibrant Buenos Aires can be a steal Nov 4, 2008
Eventually, all the walking and ogling calls for a caffeine boost. Luckily, you're never far from one of the city's numerous cafes, where three U.S. dollars often can buy you a strong cortado (espresso) or caf; con leche and three medialunas, known stateside as croissants. (CNN -- Travel)
More E. coli cases investigated in southern Ontario Nov 4, 2008
Pregnant women who consume caffeine, even about a cup of coffee daily, are at higher risk of giving birth to an underweight baby, British researchers said on Monday. Health Features. (CBC.ca)
How to keep anger from bubbling over Nov 4, 2008
Avoiding stimulating chemicals such as caffeine, alcohol and nicotine might make a difference. "A lot of times I'll find people who are constantly angry and hot headed are ramped up on caffeine so their heart rate is already pretty high," he said. (CNN)
Breast cancer was an 'adventure', says eight-year survivor Nov 4, 2008
I said to myself, must be these diet cokes I m drinking caffeine build-up or something like that. Two months later, in September, I had another mammogram, and that mammogram also showed nothing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Study: Cut coffee intake for healthier baby Nov 4, 2008
BEIJING, Nov. 4 (Xinhuanet) -- Pregnant women should keep consumption of coffee, tea and cola to a minimum, said a study published on Monday that sees a link between caffeine intake and low birth weight among babies. Researchers of Britain's Food Standards Agency (FSA) recruited 2,635 women at between eight and 12 weeks of pregnancy, asked them about their dietary habits and monitored them for caffeine in their saliva at checkups ... Women who took between 100 and 199 milligrams of caffeine per... (Xinhuanet, China)
GARDEN Q & A: Don't rush to put new cocoa mulch in yard Nov 4, 2008
The mulch contains theobromine and caffeine, the substances in chocolate that can kill dogs. It is not a good choice where pets can get to it. (Florida Times-Union)
How is instant coffee made? Nov 3, 2008
Caffeine is also usually lost, which is why instant coffee usually has only about 2/3 the caffeine of fresh coffee. We may think of instant coffee as purely American, but the Japanese get credit for making the first attempts to produce it, in the early 1900s. (Boston Globe)
Cut caffeine, pregnant women told Nov 3, 2008
Women who have exceeded previous caffeine guidelines "should not panic". Pregnant women should cut their caffeine intake and drink no more than two cups of coffee or four cups of tea a day, a government agency has advised ... It follows research by Leicester and Leeds universities linking caffeine to babies born with low birth weight. (BBC News)
Belfast divisions Nov 3, 2008
Page last updated at 15:32 GMT, Sunday, 2 November 2008. Parade casts long dark shadow. (BBC News)
Did your doctor get it right? Nov 3, 2008
Solve the case: Symptoms of an anxiety attack and arrhythmia are nearly identical, and whats worse, stress, anxiety or fear can also cause an arrhythmiaas can overdosing on stimulants such as caffeine or decongestants. You need an electrocardiogram, a diagnostic test that records electrical currents in the heart, to detect abnormal rhythm, says Nieca Goldberg, M.D., medical director of New York University Womens Heart Program in New York City. (MSNBC -- Health)
Tories plan faster drug approval Nov 3, 2008
Page last updated at 08:09 GMT, Monday, 3 November 2008. NICE decides what drugs the NHS should pay for. (BBC News -- UK)
Guatemala rights scientist honoured Nov 3, 2008
Most scientists face nothing more serious in their working lives than a low salary, a major caffeine habit and the spectre of a rival making the grand breakthrough first. The work provides some closure for victims' families. (Yahoo News -- Guatemala)
New guidance given on autism care Nov 3, 2008
Page last updated at 12:44 GMT, Wednesday, 2 April 2008 13:44 UK. The public health minister has announced new guidelines on autism. (Yahoo News -- Autism)
US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed' Nov 3, 2008
Page last updated at 02:13 GMT, Friday, 1 December 2006. US sex-abstinence drive 'flawed. (Yahoo News -- Birth Control)
Plate aids diabetes weight loss Nov 3, 2008
----------------- ----------------- RELATED BBC SITES. Last Updated: Tuesday, 26 June 2007, 12:22 GMT 13:22 UK. (Yahoo News -- Diabetes)
'Human-animal' embryo green light Nov 3, 2008
----------------- ----------------- RELATED BBC SITES. Last Updated: Wednesday, 5 September 2007, 14:34 GMT 15:34 UK. (Yahoo News -- Human Stem Cell Research)
Brain 'can beat early blindness' Nov 3, 2008
----------------- ----------------- RELATED BBC SITES. Last Updated: Saturday, 17 February 2007, 00:33 GMT. (Yahoo News -- Brain Research)
Small Amounts of Caffeine May Harm Fetus Nov 3, 2008
Pregnant women who consume caffeine -- even about a cup of coffee daily -- are at higher risk of giving birth to an underweight baby, researchers said on Monday. The new findings published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) also linked any source of caffeine, including that from tea, cola, chocolate and some prescription drugs, to relatively slower fetal growth ... The findings are the latest in mounting evidence indicating the amount of caffeine a person consumes may directly impact one's... (Newsmax)
Untangling Charlie Kaufman Nov 2, 2008
I need more caffeine. Yet if "Synecdoche" represents the prototype of the Kaufman story, with its Pirandellian touches and tricky surprises, his best film is an outlier. (Newsweek)
Caffeine Coast Nov 2, 2008
Friday, October 24, 2008. Nearly everyone's heard of Kona coffee, and many have tried it perhaps wincing at the high price while savoring a delicious cup. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
10 Tips for Healthy Living Nov 1, 2008
Be sure to avoid caffeine or exercise right before bed. Instead try reading a book or meditating. (Pekin Times, IL)
Treating Insomnia the Holistic Way Nov 1, 2008
Many people become toxic through poor dietary choices, consumption of excess alcohol, caffeine, etc ... Cut down on caffeine drinks - one cup of coffee first thing in the morning is enough ... The caffeine drunk during the day builds up in the system and can cause insomnia. (Suite101.com)
LETTERS: NCT, Oct. 31, 2008 Nov 1, 2008
HotJobs Local Search. Math wrong, but concept still correct. (North County Times)
DWD: Driving while drowsy Nov 1, 2008
Experts suggest taking a short nap or drinking caffeine to combat drowsiness ... Two remedial actions can make a short-term difference in driving alertness: taking a short nap (about 15 to 20 minutes) and consuming caffeine equivalent to two cups of coffee. (CNN)
Is Caffeine Good For You? Oct 31, 2008
Is Caffeine Good For You ... Is Caffeine Good For You ... Is Caffeine Good For You. (Suite101.com)
Rivals ask BMW Oracle to drop its lawsuit Oct 31, 2008
Racing officials say the winner of last month's All American Futurity at Ruidoso Downs has tested positive for caffeine. That could jeopardize the $1 million purse won by the owner of Stolis Winner. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
