Vinh Nguyen
Many students consume coffee to help them staying awake or staying up all night to either finish their homework that is due tomorrow or cram for the upcoming test. Although students might be able to stay alert during lectures or to get through the day by consuming caffeine products like coffee, there are some deleterious effects to drinking coffee in the long run such as decrease in the amount of calcium in the body according to this article. Moreover one of the effects of consuming caffeine products is that once the caffeine wears off, the consumers will be left with no stamina, resulting in body exhaustion. According to American Dietetic Association, the amount of caffeinated drinks consumed by teenagers has triple since 1970s; nevertheless, most students do not know the side effects of using too much coffee. Even though caffeine can keep students awake, studies have shown that caffeine can disrupt short-term memory, decreases productivity, and obstructs the ability to learn and absorb new information. Lastly, teenagers who consume caffeine regularly will have erratic sleep cycle, which leads to loss of behavioral control, negative mood, excessive aggression and impulsiveness. In closing, consuming too much caffeine can be dangerous and it is vital to remember that there is no substitute for a good night's sleep, which enhances students' alertness without harming them.
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