US FDA to Looking into Potentially Regulating Caffeine?

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 7 pts

Haha, stupid... I could see recommendations being put out, talking about the dangers of too much caffeine. I could even see a campaign to try and get children to lower their caffeine intake. But laws to make it illegal f

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 5 pts

And I think our alcohol restrictions are too much as they are. 21?!? I can fight for the military and make legal decisions, but not have a beer when out with friends? That's crazy! I think people should be more informed

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 6 pts

Why does it have to be a restriction? Why can't it just be a campaign to make people aware of the risks?

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 4 pts

That's true. Regulate is the name of the game.

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 6 pts

I don't think anything should have a get out of criticism free card. It's all in how you present the information, and the validity of the data. I think people would be receptive to being informed of the risks of caffeine

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 4 pts

There is no L-theanine in 5 Hour Energy. http://www.5hourenergy.com/ingredients.asp I honsetly don't know of very many commercial energy drinks that include it. It's mostly caffeine, taurine, gaurana, and ginseng that

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 3 pts

That means the information is not being presented to them in a useful fashion. People naturally become defensive when their actions are called into question. They base their arguments on emotion and anecdotal info right

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 13 pts

I use it all the time, especially in /r/Drugs. Many of the substances there have a lot of risks. However, the user base has a mindset that they are going to use it no matter what. However, if you don't contest the use, b

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 3 pts

My pleasure! I'm glad my efforts are helping.

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 5 pts

I'm sure you're not the only one, but you are definitely the exception to the rule.

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 1 pts

Then you went to a good school, or were lucky and got a good teacher. That is the exception to the rule. I've seen some really good teachers. However, they are few and far between in the public school system in the US. I

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 1 pts

Good! Don't lose that trait.

Comment · Thu, May 9, 2013 · 2 pts

Perhaps. But it's still against the law, which is silly.

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 2 pts

You're comparing LSD use in children to caffeine? Just because they are more physically safe does not mean they are psychologically appropriate. Although I do agree we need to legalize many substances that are currently

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 1 pts

I guess it is a mixture of things. The UK has a large drinking problem and has a lower drinking age than we do. However, I'd we did it right we could change the drinking culture over time.

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 1 pts

Interesting. I've never tried that. I wonder what quality L-theanine they used, and what amount.

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 1 pts

I disagree. You'll get a lot of pushback from people on that. I have not tried LSD, so perhaps I should before I make a decision. However, I think young minds need a chance to develop before being subjected to psychedeli

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 1 pts

I have yet to try either shrooms or LSD, so I can't personally comment. However, I know a lot of people that have. I think it would be hypocritical to allow one and not the other. They are safe, and people should be able

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 1 pts

I agree, there are a lot of risks to developing brains. However, I am of the mindset that these decisions should rest on the individual and parents. I'm not willing to write off parenthood just yet, even though most are

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 1 pts

I've actually heard the opposite from many people. They say that shrooms can be a more intense and difficult trip, and can lead to pronounced HPPD symptoms. Whereas LSD usually provides a more controllable and pleasant t

Comment · Fri, May 10, 2013 · 1 pts

I have considered 4-Aco-DMT. However, I think my first trip should be the tried and true P. Cubensis. Also, mescaline looks like one that should be experienced as well.

Comment · Sun, May 12, 2013 · 1 pts

That could be that case. I wouldn't be surprised.