Yesterday was National Coffee Day, so it seems only fitting to bring you a Friday Fact that honors one of the drinks that college students love best.
Coffee accounts for 75% of all caffeine consumed in the U. S., according to a study by Hope L. Graven of Loyola University. And while all college students know the benefits of getting their caffeine fix by drinking coffee (can you say late night cram sessions?), few understand the effects that this late night habit can have.
Caffeine is considered to be a drug by some, and more people are addicted to it than any other drug, alcohol and tobacco included. Overuse of this product can lead to behavior problems such as nervousness and insomnia. Also, laboratory tests show that caffeine can trigger panic attacks. So even though you may have been able to study all night thanks to your coffee buzz, chances are you may be too anxious during your exam to think clearly and too hyped up on caffeine afterwards to get the rest you need.
In a perfect world, you would not have to stay up all night to study, and you wouldn’t need a coffee buzz to get you through. But let’s be realistic – cramming happens, and coffee can be a necessary part of it. While the occasional late night coffee habit will not likely have a long term negative effect on you, you may want to consider whether or not that cup of caffeine is necessary at all times during the day.
Why not try ordering up a decaf or half-caf coffee today? Your nerves may thank you.
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