Caffeine Consumption among Various University Students in the UAE, Exploring the Frequencies, Different Sources and Reporting Adverse Effects and Withdrawal Symptoms
Table 2
Caffeine consumption patterns.
How often do you consume caffeinated beverages? N (%)
Once daily
116 (24.8)
2-3 times a day
180 (38.5)
4-5 times daily
72 (15.4)
More than 5 times a day
32 (6.9)
1 to 3 times weekly
50 (10.7)
4 to 6 times weekly
17 (3.6)
What time of the day do you usually consume caffeine
Morning
284 (60.8)
Afternoon
187 (40.0)
Evening
218 (46.7)
When do you prefer to have caffeine?
Before eating
171 (36.6)
While eating
106 (22.7)
After eating
302 (67.4)
Why do you prefer having your caffeine drink with/after meals?
To help with digestion
90 (19.3)
Habit
238 (51.0)
To avoid acid reflux and stomach upset
162 (34.7)
Sources of caffeine
Coffee
316 (67.7)
Tea
221 (47.3)
Caffeinated soft drinks
124 (26.6)
Energy drinks
77 (16.5)
Chocolate
172 (36.8)
Do you know that caffeine is added to certain pain killers\medicines?
No
157 (33.6)
Yes
310 (66.4)
Does a cup of coffee with Panadol relieve your pain/headache more effectively than Panadol alone?
No
204 (43.7)
Yes
263 6.3)
Multiple responses allowed. Descriptive analysis was conducted.