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The Cognitive-Enhancing Outcomes of Caffeine and L-theanine: A Systematic Review.
Anas Sohail A, Ortiz F, Varghese T, Fabara SP, Batth AS, Sandesara DP, Sabir A, Khurana M, Datta S, Patel UK. Anas Sohail A, et al. Cureus. 2021 Dec 30;13(12):e20828. doi: 10.7759/cureus.20828. eCollection 2021 Dec. Cureus. 2021. PMID: 35111479 Free PMC article. Review.
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects multiple cognitive domains, including impaired attention, hyperactivity, and increased impulsivity. ...It's also shown to have a neuroprotective effect by its action on the gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA)-A receptors. …
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) affects multiple cognitive domains, including impaired attention, hyperactivity, and …
Caffeine and Cognitive Functions in Sports: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Lorenzo Calvo J, Fei X, Domínguez R, Pareja-Galeano H. Lorenzo Calvo J, et al. Nutrients. 2021 Mar 6;13(3):868. doi: 10.3390/nu13030868. Nutrients. 2021. PMID: 33800853 Free PMC article.
Cognitive functions are essential in any form of exercise. Recently, interest has mounted in addressing the relationship between caffeine intake and cognitive performance during sports practice. ...There were no filters on participants' training level, gender …
Cognitive functions are essential in any form of exercise. Recently, interest has mounted in addressing the relationship between c …
The Use and Impact of Cognitive Enhancers among University Students: A Systematic Review.
Sharif S, Guirguis A, Fergus S, Schifano F. Sharif S, et al. Brain Sci. 2021 Mar 10;11(3):355. doi: 10.3390/brainsci11030355. Brain Sci. 2021. PMID: 33802176 Free PMC article. Review.
INTRODUCTION: Cognitive enhancers (CEs), also known as "smart drugs", "study aids" or "nootropics" are a cause of concern. ...AIM: To investigate the level of knowledge, perception and impact of the use of a range of CEs within Higher Education Institutions. METHODOLOGY: A …
INTRODUCTION: Cognitive enhancers (CEs), also known as "smart drugs", "study aids" or "nootropics" are a cause of concern. ...AIM: To …
Caffeine and taurine: a systematic review and network meta-analysis of their individual and combined effects on physical capacity, cognitive function, and physiological markers.
Deng H, Wang L, Liu P, Bin Naharudin MN, Fan X. Deng H, et al. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2025 Dec;22(1):2566371. doi: 10.1080/15502783.2025.2566371. Epub 2025 Oct 1. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2025. PMID: 41032459 Free PMC article.
BACKGROUND: Caffeine (CAF) and taurine (TAU) have each demonstrated ergogenic effects across physical and cognitive domains. ...However, findings regarding their combined efficacy remain inconclusive. This systematic review and Bayesian network meta-an …
BACKGROUND: Caffeine (CAF) and taurine (TAU) have each demonstrated ergogenic effects across physical and cognitive domains. . …
Can caffeine improve your performance? Psychophysiological effects - A systematic review.
Saavedra Velásquez N, Cuadrado Peñafiel V, de la Vega Marcos R. Saavedra Velásquez N, et al. Nutr Hosp. 2024 Jun 27;41(3):677-685. doi: 10.20960/nh.04820. Nutr Hosp. 2024. PMID: 38666339 Free article. English.
Caffeine is a widely used ergogenic aid in society, which has made it a topic of interest due to its various benefits at cognitive, physiological, and sports levels, among others. ...This review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review …
Caffeine is a widely used ergogenic aid in society, which has made it a topic of interest due to its various benefits at cognitive …
Plant-derived nootropics and human cognition: A systematic review.
Lorca C, Mulet M, Arévalo-Caro C, Sanchez MÁ, Perez A, Perrino M, Bach-Faig A, Aguilar-Martínez A, Vilella E, Gallart-Palau X, Serra A. Lorca C, et al. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2023;63(22):5521-5545. doi: 10.1080/10408398.2021.2021137. Epub 2022 Jan 3. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2023. PMID: 34978226 Free article.
Here, in this systematic review, we aim to provide state-of-the-art information regarding proven and unproven effects of plant-derived nootropics (PDNs) on human cognition in conditions of health and disease. ...Withania somnifera (Ashwagandha) modulates anxi …
Here, in this systematic review, we aim to provide state-of-the-art information regarding proven and unproven effects of plant …
Associations Between Caffeine Consumption, Cognitive Decline, and Dementia: A Systematic Review.
Chen JQA, Scheltens P, Groot C, Ossenkoppele R. Chen JQA, et al. J Alzheimers Dis. 2020;78(4):1519-1546. doi: 10.3233/JAD-201069. J Alzheimers Dis. 2020. PMID: 33185612 Free PMC article.
METHODS: We performed a systematic review of caffeine effects by assessing overall study outcomes; positive, negative or no effect. ...CONCLUSION: This review suggests that caffeine consumption, especially moderate quantities consumed through coffee or …
METHODS: We performed a systematic review of caffeine effects by assessing overall study outcomes; positive, negative o …
Stimulant Usage by Medical Students for Cognitive Enhancement: A Systematic Review.
Plumber N, Majeed M, Ziff S, Thomas SE, Bolla SR, Gorantla VR. Plumber N, et al. Cureus. 2021 May 22;13(5):e15163. doi: 10.7759/cureus.15163. Cureus. 2021. PMID: 34178492 Free PMC article. Review.
Students report taking various forms of stimulants to promote cognitive enhancement, prolong wakefulness and retain focus for long periods of time. Moderate doses of caffeine and amphetamines would lead to enhanced alertness and concentration. ...This article also d …
Students report taking various forms of stimulants to promote cognitive enhancement, prolong wakefulness and retain focus for long pe …
Green tea effects on cognition, mood and human brain function: A systematic review.
Mancini E, Beglinger C, Drewe J, Zanchi D, Lang UE, Borgwardt S. Mancini E, et al. Phytomedicine. 2017 Oct 15;34:26-37. doi: 10.1016/j.phymed.2017.07.008. Epub 2017 Jul 27. Phytomedicine. 2017. PMID: 28899506 Free article.
CONCLUSIONS: The reviewed studies presented evidence that green tea influences psychopathological symptoms (e.g. reduction of anxiety), cognition (e.g. benefits in memory and attention) and brain function (e.g. activation of working memory seen in functional MRI). ...This …
CONCLUSIONS: The reviewed studies presented evidence that green tea influences psychopathological symptoms (e.g. reduction of anxiety), c …
Is caffeine mouth rinsing an effective strategy to improve physical and cognitive performance? A systematic review.
da Silva WF, Lopes-Silva JP, Camati Felippe LJ, Ferreira GA, Lima-Silva AE, Silva-Cavalcante MD. da Silva WF, et al. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2023;63(3):438-446. doi: 10.1080/10408398.2021.1949576. Epub 2021 Jul 19. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2023. PMID: 34275371
The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review on the effects of caffeine mouth rinsing on physical and cognitive performance. ...Concerning cognitive performance, caffeine mouth rinse seems to be a beneficial strategy....
The aim of this study was to perform a systematic review on the effects of caffeine mouth rinsing on physical and co …
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