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Health > Addictions > Drugs > Caffeine

Provides information on the health effects of the use and abuse of caffeine (found in coffee, tea, cola drinks, cocoa, chocolate, wake-up pills and some headache and cold medicines.). Includes facts on caffeine and the side effects of caffeine.


Fast Facts: Caffeine

Caffeine is the world's most popular drug. Caffeine is a stimulant that speeds up your central nervous system. It is found in coffee, tea, cola drinks, cocoa, chocolate, wake-up pills and some headache and cold medicines.
Source:     Government of Newfoundland and Labrador - Health and Community Services