The Accidental Herbalist

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Is Coffee the Best New Memory Booster?

Monday, May 18th, 2009

Great article I found… grab a cup of coffee and check it out…
Is Coffee the Best New Memory Booster?
by Jacqueline Metcalfe

Study reveals caffeine’s impact on brain activity; other natural compounds may make better options

For a nation devoted to ever-popular and over-packed coffeehouses and the caffeinated beverages they sell, new research suggests that you may be [...]

Migraines, Headaches, and Caffeine

Monday, March 16th, 2009

Caffeine can be both beneficial and harmful for a headache sufferer. It can serve as a treatment or, in some cases, can cause withdrawal or rebound headaches

What Is Caffeine?
Caffeine is a commonly used drug that increases alertness, decreases fatigue, and improves muscle coordination. Though coffee comes to mind as the most common source of caffeine, [...]