JOURNAL ARTICLE

BOOZE, BEANS AND YOUR BODY.

  • Published In: How It Works, 2026, n. 211. P. 34 1 of 3

  • Database: Science Reference Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: RESEIGH-LINCOLN, DOM 3 of 3

Abstract

The article explores the effects of caffeine and alcohol on the brain and body, highlighting their roles as common stimulants with distinct mechanisms of action. Alcohol affects neurotransmitters, particularly glutamate, leading to slowed mental capacity and potential addiction, with a significant number of alcoholics also suffering from thiamine deficiency. In contrast, caffeine blocks adenosine, promoting alertness and dependency through withdrawal symptoms. The article also touches on the addictive nature of nicotine and briefly discusses other legal psychoactive substances, such as khat and peyote, emphasizing the ongoing research into addiction mechanisms and potential treatments. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:How It Works. 2026/01, Issue 211, p34
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2041-7322
  • Accession Number:190368151
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