47-543 mg

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O N N Av erage Serving CH 3 What is your caffeinated of choice?

Effects of Caffeine A person's sensitivity to caffeine depends on ma ny factors including:

- frequency of caffeine intake - body weight - physical conditio n 20-80 96 mg - overall anxiety leve l - and more! mg 64 mg 64 mg On average, caffeine reaches 16-40 48 mg your bloodstream in 30-45 mg minutes after consumption!

The effect can last for 3-4 hours before being eliminated in the urine!

ant Inst Having trouble sleeping? Caffeine may effect some people more than others! a a e te te e o fe z f z e s o s z n k z f z s 1 z o z e o c o f o : s o c o k o 8 8 o 8 e g l n 5 Try not to consume caffeine e : la : : r n k f 8 i . r g g c g p i n d : r g n b n v i 0 e g 15 less than 6-8 hours before bed i in t i s r 2 n d : v d v n v ser : w i g d e E d g v y in e ser ser a ser g t in e g v to prevent lasting effects. t v f v r ser w g w g s g A b r e v e v v o ser g e ser r A r A In A S / v n g B vg ip A v B A r E A D Moderate intake of caffeine is NOT associated with an increased risk for major Limit your chronic diseases. intake of caffeine to 300-400 mg per day!

Energy : Be Aware! Manufacturers can label energy drinks as either:

The Food and Drug Administration does NOT require pre-approval of the active ingredients. In fact, the Dietary Supplements FDA must prove that an ingredient is UNSAFE before a product can be taken off the market. or The Food and Drug Administration REQUIRES pre-approval of the ingredients before a product Beverages hits the shelves. What does this mean? Some of your energy drinks or their ingredients may not be regulated by the FDA and can take time before they are removed from the shelf, so do your research by contacting the manufacturer for more information about the product you plan to use!

If you DO choose to drink caffeine,

>>Choose energy drinks low in Did you know? added sugar! Compare your >>Caffeine content of your favorites and choose wisely! drink can change based on production and brewing methods! >>By choosing black or hot

>>Manufacturers are NOT , you can control the amount of required to disclose the 1. Select options low in sugar you add, if any at all! amount of caffeine in a added sugars! product.

>> Other caffeine containing 2. Use your drink of ingredients include: choice to help meet - other nutrient needs! - Kola nut >>Try a fat-free milk latte! Or add - Yerba mat e fat-free milk to your black tea! - Yaupon This can help you increase your daily intake of Calcium and Vitamin D.

Here are some alternatives to caffeine, to help give you a boost! >>Eat balanced meals for sustained energy!

>> Diets high in omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to help with brain function and learning!

>> Find omega-3 fatty acids in fish, canola oil, walnuts, and more!

>>To help maintain energy levels, snacks should have protein and fiber-rich carbohydrates!

Apple with a handful of nuts Carrots and cheese Greek yogurt and fresh berries https://nfs.tamu.edu/extensio n/ Created by: Marissa Albers, Student Coordinator, Texas A&M AgriLif e Extension Food and Nutrition Unit Sources: Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2015-2020, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, International Food Information Council, Fo od and Drug Administration Texas A&M AgriLife does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or g ender identity and provides equal access in its programs, activities, education and employment.