Caffeine Intake Among Healthcare Professionals And Its Impact On Their Work Energy In KSA: A Systematic Review

Abstract

Background: Caffeine is the most commonly used psychostimulant compound with a long history of worldwide consumption. Consuming low to moderate doses of caffeine is generally safe and quite beneficial; however, several clinical studies show that high doses could be toxic. Additionally, caffeine users can become dependent on the drug and find themselves unable to reduce consumption despite impending and recurrent health problem[1]s associated with continued use. This systematic review investigates the relationship between caffeine intake among healthcare professionals in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and its impact on their work energy.

Methods: A comprehensive search strategy was employed, utilizing electronic databases and manual searches of relevant literature sources. Randomized controlled trials, observational studies, cross-sectional studies, and qualitative studies were included. Two independent reviewers screened studies for relevance and conducted data extraction.

Results: The initial search identified 117 studies, with 13 full-text articles reviewed and five studies eligible for inclusion. Among the included studies, two focused on healthcare providers and medical students. It wans found a high prevalence of caffeine consumption among healthcare providers, with significant rates of dependence and addiction. In addition, it was observed high levels of caffeine consumption among university students, with coffee being the most frequently consumed product. Both articles indicated that caffeine intake positively affected work energy, however, it had a negative impact on sleep quality.

Conclusion: Both studies underscored the importance of understanding caffeine consumption habits and their potential health implications in their respective populations. Further research is needed to explore the long-term consequences of caffeine consumption among healthcare professionals and university students in KSA.