Understanding Coffee: History, Impact, and Effects

The video explores the history and impact of coffee, tracing its origins from Ethiopia to its spread across Europe. It highlights coffee's role in societal changes, including the Enlightenment and capitalism, while also addressing its darker ties to slavery. The video explains how caffeine, the main active ingredient in coffee, affects the human body by blocking adenosine receptors, leading to increased alertness and potential health benefits. It also discusses the recommended caffeine intake and the presence of caffeine in other products like tea and energy drinks.

How many cups of coffee are consumed globally by the time you finish watching the video?

• 1 million

• 8 million

• 10 million

• 5 million

Where did the coffee plant Coffea arabica originate?

• India

• Ethiopia

• Yemen

• Brazil

Which philosopher suggested that coffee was essential for the Enlightenment?

• Immanuel Kant

• John Locke

• Jurgen Habermas

• René Descartes

What role did coffee play in the slave trade?

• It was grown using slave labor.

• It was used as currency.

• It was banned in slave-holding regions.

• It was a luxury item for slaves.

How does caffeine affect the nervous system?

• It increases hunger.

• It slows down the nervous system.

• It decreases blood pressure.

• It blocks adenosine receptors.

What is the recommended daily limit of caffeine for healthy adults?

• 400 milligrams

• 500 milligrams

• 300 milligrams

• 200 milligrams

Which of the following is NOT a potential side effect of excessive caffeine consumption?

• Nausea

• Anxiety

• Increased appetite

• Insomnia

Which of these beverages contains the highest concentration of caffeine?

• Green tea

• Yerba mate

• Espresso

• Cocoa

What is one of the health benefits associated with moderate coffee consumption?

• Increased cholesterol levels

• Higher blood pressure

• Reduced risk of Parkinson's disease

• Increased risk of diabetes

Besides coffee, which of the following also contains caffeine?

• Herbal tea

• Orange juice

• Milk

• Guarana