<p>What are your opinions on caffeine? I tried to cut down after I heard that it could contribute to anxiety attacks, but now that I'm back in school, would you recommend having some? </p>
<p>I know it would help when 10 page papers are assigned for the next day, etc.</p>
<p>New studies show that moderate caffeine consumption is healthy, especially for athletes, as it increases baseline heart rate and thus contributes to cardiopulmonary strength.</p>
<p>That’s great. How can I apply this to school work for after about 5pm?</p>
<p>I don’t know whether or not it is healthy, but in moderation I don’t see a reason why it wouldn’t be. Especially for those late nights, I am there and caffeine is currently my savior.</p>
<p>I always had trouble sleeping if I took any after like 3pm-- any experiences?</p>
<p>I don’t drink caffeine on school days, Sundays included. During the summer, I felt kind of deprived if I went a day without diet Pepsi…</p>
<p>I try to stray far away from energy drinks…</p>
<p>Well it’s up to you…do you want to be dependent on something to function properly or have no dependence on a substance.</p>
<p>I decided a year and a half ago that I wouldn’t consume any more caffeine (chocolate excluded haha). I average 4-5 hours of sleep per night and most days am feeling fine. Some days I regret not getting the sleep though. I don’t think caffeine is particularly harmful when used in moderation. I think energy drinks are full of chemicals, but tea has caffeine in it and that is supposed to be super good for you. </p>
<p>Caffeine affects everyone differently. </p>
<p>I find a nap works just as well as a cup of coffee for those late nights of studying…</p>
<p>I have caffeine only when there is a BIG assignment due and I have one day left to do it. I never consume caffeine otherwise.</p>
<p>I’m kind of addicted to coffee… so yeah.</p>
<p>Better off having a cup of coffee than energy drinks.</p>
<p>what defines “moderate” caffeine intake?</p>