A Comparative Study of Caffeine Levels in Coffee and Cocoa in Kenyan Supermarkets and Shops

Background: Caffeine is an alkaloid belonging to the methylxanthine family. An overdose of caffeine causes the following side effects: restlessness, nervousness, excitement, insomnia, flushed face, diuresis, gastrointestinal disturbances, muscle twitching, rambling flow of thought and speech, and ta...

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Main Authors: Alex Muthengi, Silas Njiru, Juster Mungiria
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Adventist University of Africa 2024-07-01
Series:Pan-African Journal of Health and Environmental Science
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Online Access:https://journals.aua.ke/ajhes/article/view/485