Hypothyroidism is a medical condition characterized by insufficient secretion of thyroid hormone (thyroxine) by the follicular cells of the thyroid gland. Common symptoms of hypothyroidism include: chronic fatigue, depression, memory deficits, and weight gain. If you’ve been diagnosed with hypothyroidism, there’s a good chance you’re utilizing a thyroid replacement therapy such as Synthroid or Armour …
Caffeine is considered a naturally occurring CNS stimulant and is classified as a methylxanthine drug. Over 60 species of plants contain caffeine, most notably: coffee seeds (i.e. “beans”) and tea leaves. It is estimated that 80% (4/5) adults in the United States consume caffeine on a daily basis, and 90% of people throughout the world …
Estimates suggest that over 80% of all adults in the United States drink coffee; this equates to roughly 4/5 adults. There are many benefits associated with caffeine intake, and even more specifically linked to coffee consumption (e.g. reduced risk of certain cancers). The caffeine content within coffee is used by the masses as a means …
Psychosis is often defined as a loss of contact with reality and is generally considered a common symptom of severe mental illness like schizophrenia. Individuals experiencing psychosis may end up dealing with hallucinations (auditory and/or visual), delusions (beliefs with no basis in reality), and an array of other symptoms. While schizophrenia is generally a root …
Caffeine is the most universally consumed stimulant of the central nervous system. It works primarily as an adenosine antagonist. Adenosine itself works as an inhibitory neurotransmitter that helps suppress activity in the central nervous system. Since caffeine is an antagonist for the adenosine receptors, it tends to speed up nervous system activity in a dose-related …
Many people struggle with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), but do not like taking a drug for the condition. The most commonly prescribed medication to treat symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder is Adderall or “d-amphetamine.” This medication speeds up activity in the brain and helps people with attention problems to concentrate. The reason most people take …