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The benefits of a caffeine intake schedule
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The every other day schedule of caffeine intake can maximize the performance enhancing effects without suffering the effects of caffeine withdrawal. The increase in dopamine receptors that is induced by regular ingestion of caffeine also helps dopamine have its maximal effect.
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The every other day schedule of caffeine intake could provide the optimal level of caffeine intake while avoiding caffeine withdrawal effects.
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The every other day schedule of caffeine intake could provide the optimal level of caffeine intake while avoiding caffeine withdrawal effects. However, this should not disrupt high-quality sleep, as caffeine can also affect neurotransmitter and hormone systems in addition to its performance-enhancing effects, which have been well-studied and mechanistically understood.
ChapterThe benefits of a caffeine intake schedule
EpisodeUsing Caffeine to Optimize Mental & Physical Performance
PodcastHuberman Lab
Studies have shown that caffeine can increase dopamine transmission in the prefrontal cortex, which is associated with focus and alertness.
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Studies have shown that caffeine can increase dopamine transmission in the prefrontal cortex, which is associated with focus and alertness. Regular ingestion of caffeine also increases dopamine receptors, making dopamine more effective, and specific enzymes related to dopamine neuron health more robust.
ChapterThe benefits of a caffeine intake schedule
EpisodeUsing Caffeine to Optimize Mental & Physical Performance
PodcastHuberman Lab
Caffeine is a tool that can be used to increase the reinforcement of different things, as it is a great reinforcer of things that we ingest.
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Caffeine is a tool that can be used to increase the reinforcement of different things, as it is a great reinforcer of things that we ingest. By adding caffeine to yogurt of different flavors, even plain yogurt, people will come to prefer whatever flavor contains caffeine, even after the caffeine is removed.