Your espresso martini might not be the best idea – and it’s not just alcohol to blame
Scientists uncover new reason to avoid caffeine at night
- New research suggests that consuming caffeine at night can lead to increased impulsivity, not just wakefulness.
- A study on fruit flies found that those given caffeine at night displayed "reckless" flying behaviour, being less able to suppress movement in challenging conditions.
- Female fruit flies exhibited a more pronounced impulsive response to nighttime caffeine compared to males, despite similar intake levels.
- The findings indicate potential negative implications for individuals, especially women and those who work night shifts.
- Researchers are continuing to investigate the specific mechanisms behind these effects and why daytime caffeine consumption did not yield similar results.