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What Does Caffeine Do to Your Body
at 3:59
Answer
Every person makes a chemical called adenosine throughout the day. As it builds up in your body, it makes you sleepy. The caffeine molecule displaces the adenosine, which is why you’ll feel more awake after consuming caffeine.
Where this answer comes from
- Show
- This Won't Hurt a Bit
- Episode
- 16 - CAFFEINE
- Date
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