Comments on: What Everybody Ought to Know About Caffeine

By: raj

raj — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:01:37 +0000

I remember reading in a Indian natural medicine book that caffeine stimulates nerves, and any such stimulation weakens the nerves over a period of time, and is not healthy. Not sure how true it is. Mostly spiritual aspirants in Hinduism are advised to not consume coffee.

By: Scott

Scott — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 05:32:50 +0000

Yep, yep. Thanks, Nicolas. Agreed. I’ll be exploring and experimenting with some concentration herbs and foods in the next couple weeks. If you have any tips or things that have helped you concentrate, feel free to let me know!

By: caffeine in tea

caffeine in tea — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 22:23:19 +0000

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By: Nicolas Franz

Nicolas Franz — Sun, 28 Mar 2010 17:59:54 +0000

Interesting post, Scott. I agree with Ashley.
I’m really impressed not have thought ever that certain foods can help with concentration, consequently with focusing.

By: Scott

Scott — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:44:29 +0000

Good point, Ashley. You’re right. I’ll clarify that I’m speaking of Short-term focus (i.e. concentration). Thanks for the feedback. I really appreciate it.

By: Ashley Marie

Ashley Marie — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:05:25 +0000

If you’re making a distinction between focus and concentration, shouldn’t you say that caffeine is a “concentration supplement”, rather than a “focus supplement.”