Gender Difference in Response to Caffeine in Children and Adolescents
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2012-10-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Caffeine use is on the rise in America, and one of the most popular sources is soda. Among
youth ages 8-16, caffeine consumption has increased by over 70% in the past 30 years. Few
studies have examined the role of hormones in caffeine consumption within this age group.
The purpose of the current experiment was to determine the effect of caffeine on children 8
and 9 compared to those 15 and 16 years of age. The investigators were looking at the effect
of puberty on the consumption of caffeine as well as the effect that the caffeine has on the
body (for example: heart rate, blood pressure) and cognitive function.