Caffeine News

Who needs coffee when your toothbrush can dispense it for you?

It is possible that you can say goodbye to coffee and other caffeine drinks if this patent from Colgate-Palmolive goes through. A caffeinated toothbrush may soon become a reality.

In the Media by Jonathan Lam - 2 comments

Caffeinated bacteria may help with waste decontamination

Genetically engineered bacteria that can digest caffeine have been created for the purpose of the decontamination of wastewater.

In the Media by Tim Sandle - 6 comments

'Death Wish Coffee' takes caffeine consumption to the extreme

New York - Let's face it. A large number of us need that extra jolt in the morning when we head to work. But how much is too much? A coffee called Death Wish boasts that its product has 200 percent more caffeine than the average cup of java. Take that energy drinks!

In the Media by Andrew Moran - 7 comments

Energy drinks 'could trigger cardiac arrest'

Researchers from the University of the Pacific are claiming that energy drinks, which often contain large amounts of caffeine and other stimulants such as taurine can raise blood pressure, leading a person to face cardiac arrest.

In the Media by Layne Weiss - 3 comments

Caffeine-enriched chewing gum to stay awake without coffee?

Stuck in a very important meeting and can't keep awake? Frequent trips to the washroom is a no-no so looks like coffee is out. Luckily for all those that need an energy boost, Wrigley's has the solution.

In the Media by Milton Este - 2 comments

Pacific waters off coast of Oregon full of caffeine

The waters off of the coast of Oregon have reported slight amounts of caffeine in them due to heavy rains, overflowing sewage and septic systems. Oregon is said to need to remedy this problem before it begins to threaten marine life.

In the Media by Abigail Prendergast - 1 comment

'Serial groper' blames excessive caffeine intake for his behavior

Seattle - Kenneth Sands was convicted on July 3 of "inappropriately touching women and teenage girls." But he tried to defend himself at his sentencing with the claim that his behavior was due to "an excessive intake of caffeine." The court rejected his defense.

In the Media by JohnThomas Didymus