Caffeine

How coffee and tea created the modern world

by Michal Pollan

Caffeine

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There is a pretty high chance, given the statistics, that you consume caffeine on a daily basis. Whether in tea or coffee, soft drink or some other form over 90% of the world’s population consume caffeine on a daily basis. Have you ever stopped to think about how this little plant, originally from Ethiopia, has had such a profound effect on the way society is shaped today? If not, then you should definitely check out Michael Pollan’s book all about this addictive drug. And yes, it is a drug.

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