Research Center of Physiology, Semnan University of Medical Sciences, Semnan, Iran.
Applied Physiology Research Center, Qom Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Qom, Iran; Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Qom Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University, Qom, Iran.
Prog Brain Res. 2024;288:133-166. doi: 10.1016/bs.pbr.2024.06.016. Epub 2024 Jul 15.
This chapter thoroughly examines coffee's impact on cognitive function. It synthesizes research findings involving animals and humans, investigating coffee's influence on various memory and cognitive aspects, including short-term/working memory, long-term memory, attention, vigilance, executive functions, and processing speed. The chapter also discusses moderating factors, such as dose-response relationships, individual differences, age, and habitual consumption patterns, that influence the cognitive effects of coffee. Additionally, it addresses the potential risks and adverse effects associated with coffee intake, memory, and cognitive function, including stress and anxiety, sleep disturbances, cardiovascular effects, and addiction. Studies suggest moderate coffee intake improves attention, processing speed, decision-making, and certain executive functions. However, the effects vary depending on factors like dosage, individual traits, age, and sleep habits. Despite potential benefits, coffee consumption may lead to adverse effects such as anxiety, sleep issues, cardiovascular concerns, and dependency. Future research should address methodological concerns, incorporate neuroimaging methods, explore interactions with other substances, and investigate long-term effects and therapeutic uses. Understanding coffee's neuroscience can shed light on its role in daily life and health.
这一章全面研究了咖啡对认知功能的影响。它综合了涉及动物和人类的研究结果，调查了咖啡对各种记忆和认知方面的影响，包括短期/工作记忆、长期记忆、注意力、警觉性、执行功能和处理速度。该章还讨论了调节因素，如剂量反应关系、个体差异、年龄和习惯性消费模式，这些因素影响咖啡对认知的影响。此外，它还探讨了与咖啡摄入、记忆和认知功能相关的潜在风险和不良反应，包括压力和焦虑、睡眠障碍、心血管效应和成瘾。研究表明，适量摄入咖啡可以改善注意力、处理速度、决策能力和某些执行功能。然而，这些影响因剂量、个体特征、年龄和睡眠习惯等因素而异。尽管有潜在的益处，但咖啡消费可能会导致焦虑、睡眠问题、心血管问题和依赖等不良反应。未来的研究应该解决方法学上的问题，结合神经影像学方法，探索与其他物质的相互作用，以及研究长期影响和治疗用途。了解咖啡的神经科学可以揭示其在日常生活和健康中的作用。
