/oss/taxonomy/term/2204/all en /oss/article/student-contributors-health-and-nutrition/caffeine-consumption-hidden-cause-impulsive-shopping <p>There may yet be a method to help you better manage your budget, and it has to do with the timing of your caffeine consumption.</p> <p>Caffeine is a mild stimulant that increases dopamine release in the brain and is widely consumed to boost alertness and energy levels. It is naturally present in tea, coffee, chocolate, kola, guarana, and yerba mate and can be added to beverages and supplements. The recommended maximum caffeine intake is 400 mg per day, which would be equivalent to three 8-oz cups (237 mL) of brewed coffee, according to Health Canada.</p> Fri, 09 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 K. Coco Zhang, Student Contributor 9214 at /oss