Is Coffee a Social Drug ? A Survey on the Impacts and Awareness of Caffeine among Consumers.

Abstract

Caffeine is a chemical stimulant that is naturally present in tea, coffee, chocolates, soft drinks, energy drinks and beverages which is largely consumed across the world. Caffeine intake is larger in countries like India which is a very big market for retailers to earn money out of a drug through beverages. Caffeine is present in many food items and out of all these, Coffee is considered the most highly consumed form of caffeine. Caffeine, the primary psychoactive component of coffee, is globally consumed for its stimulating effects on the central nervous system. People in India unconsciously become addicted to this drug which is in disguise leading to caffeine dependence. Caffeine dependency is one of the major and unrealized issues that is to be addressed in the present society and so the present research is framed to highlight the same through data collection method. The present research article examines the multifaceted impacts of caffeine on human health, encompassing both its benefits and potential risks. Moderate caffeine intake has been associated with improved cognitive function, enhanced physical performance, and reduced risk of certain diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. This study examines the perception of coffee addiction and average consumption among coffee consumers in and around Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.