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Migraine Triggers, Adina Jeidel
Migraine Triggers, Adina Jeidel
The Science Journal of the Lander College of Arts and Sciences
Migraines are a painful and life-interrupting disease which strikes around 23 million Americans every year (Goadsby et al., 2017). Not enough studies have been done to help the public fully understand migraines. Details regarding the causes and pathophysiology of migraines continue to be analyzed by physicians and scientists, as no theory has been fully confirmed regarding a migraine’s concrete path. The goal of this scientific review is to provide an overview for the main triggers of migraines, in reference to recent clinical investigations, and to understand why they might cause patients to be more prone to having a migraine attack …
Energy Drinks: Cardiovascular Effects And The Specific Components Responsible, Malka B. Gelbfish
Energy Drinks: Cardiovascular Effects And The Specific Components Responsible, Malka B. Gelbfish
The Science Journal of the Lander College of Arts and Sciences
Energy drink usage as a stimulant is on the rise among adolescents and young adults. While these drinks have positive energizing effects, they pose significant health concerns. This paper examines the adverse cardiovascular effects of energy drinks and the components that could possibly be responsible. Analysis was conducted by reviewing and comparing many studies available in this area of research. Studies of energy drinks in general and energy drinks versus drinks containing caffeine alone were analyzed. Additionally, this review investigated studies of the specific ingredients in energy drinks such as caffeine, taurine, guarana, and sugar. This review found that energy …
The Effects Of Maternal Caffeine Intake On A Fetus, Jennifer Kahan
The Effects Of Maternal Caffeine Intake On A Fetus, Jennifer Kahan
The Science Journal of the Lander College of Arts and Sciences
The United States has been noted as the country with the greatest caffeine consumption in the world. More than half of all Americans are said to consume caffeine on a daily basis. Caffeine is easily available in a variety of dietary products including coffee, tea, soft drinks, and chocolate. Many pregnant women are unaware of the potential risk that excessive caffeine consumption can have on their unborn child. The purpose of this paper is to explore the ramifications of caffeine intake on a fetus. The studies reviewed propose that heavy maternal caffeine consumption, that of more than 300 mg daily, …