Consumption of Caffeinated Beverages

pic UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA (UiTM SHAH ALAM) FACULTY OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT BEL422 insure WRITING GROUP REPORT COMSUMPTION OF CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES AMONG UiTM STUDENTS PREPARED BY NAME MATRIX NO. GROUP SIGN 2010528723 BM2254A NAWWAR KHALEEFUR RAHMAN 2010729017 BM2254A NUR KHALIJAH ZAIDAN 2010572149 BM2254A NURANIKA SHAMIMI SHAMSDIN 2010549887 BM2254A YUSMAH YUSOF PREPARED FOR MADAM ASHA LATHA B.S. BEL422 proofreader (BM2254A) UiTM SHAH ALAM DATE OF SUBMISSION 12TH DECEMBER 2012 (WEDNESDAY) ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS We have taken a lot of efforts in complete this typography. However, it would not have been possible with step up the kind support and serving of many individuals who have been in that respect for us a ache this journey as to complete this key in time. Alhamdulilah, first of each we would desire to thank God for given us the strength and wisdom as finally we were able to complete our report effectively and efficiently. Thank God for letting u s through all the difficulties and have begind His counsel day by day. A special appreciation to our family.Words scum bag not express how grateful we be to our mother, father, and our siblings for all of the sacrifices that they have do on our behalf. Their prayer for us were what sustained us thus far. We would exchangeable to express our special appreciation and thank to our BEL422 subscriber, Madam Asha Latha B. S. for the valuable advice and support she has given to us in the writing of this report apart from being a tremendous mentor for us through out this semester. This report had been through with(p) with all afford by group members eventhough there were constraints plot of ground doing this report. Fortunately, all the constraints be settled due to our group members co-operation and ideas.We argon highly indebted to our friends for their support as well as they diligence extended in providing us necessary information in completing this report. Last tho not least , our deepest thank to our respondents for their understanding and support. THANK YOU ( pic SUMMARY This engage was conducted to gauge on aspiration of caffeinated drunkennesss among UiTM students. It was request by our BEL422 lecturer Mdm. Asha Latha B. S. to fulfill the course requirement. It was call for on 19th family 2012. The investigation was done by distributing questionnaires to 20 respondents comprising Business and Law students at UiTM Shah Alam. Data was collated and analyzed using a prefatory frequency analysis derived from Microsoft Excel Software.Secondary sources were also referred to, to obtain background information required for this report. The main flummoxing _______________ TERMS OF REFFERENCE On 19th September 2012, Nawwar Binti Khaleefur Rahman, Nur Khalijah Bt. Zaidan, Nuranika Shamimi Binti Shamsdin and Yusmah Binti Yusof, from the Faculty of Business Management, UiTM Shah Alam, were instructed by Mdm. Asha Latha B. S. , the Report Writing lecturer (B EL) to write a report on consumption of caffeinated beverages among UiTM students on questionnaires. The report which includes the background information, findings, conclusions and recommendations is to be submitted on 12th December 2012.TABLE OF CONTENT No. human action Pages Acknowledgement Summary Terms of Refference List of Illustrations 1. inception Background of sphere Statement of The Problem Research Questions Objective of The Report Scope of Report 2. 0 Literature Review 3. 0 Methodology and Limitation 4. 0 Findings 5. 0 Conclusions 6. Recommendations Bibliography Appendices LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS No. Title Pages 1 word form 4. 1 Respondents gender 2 judge 4. Age of ordinal students 3 bode 4. 3 Tertiary students who sustain caffeinated beverages 4 token 4. 4 Number of respondents who consume caffeinated beverages 5 forecast 4. Types of caffeinated beverages 6 strain 4. 6 Frequ ency of tertiary students drinking caffeinated beverages 7 figure out 4. 7 ken of the contents of caffeinated beverages 8 Figure 4. Addictiveness towards caffeinated beverages 9 Figure 4. 9 Reasons why respondents consume caffeinated beverages 10 Figure 4. 10 The consequences if the respondents cut down caffeinated beverages 11 Figure 4. 1 Respondents response towards statement on caffeinated beverages 1. excogitation 1. 1 Background of the Study The report was written to gauge and identify the consumption of caffeinated beverages among tertiary students. It has been observe that somewhat students drink caffeinated beverages and after it has go away a habit among students. This report identifies the short term and long term effects of taking caffeinated beverages and determines why these students are reluctant to stop consumption of these caffeinated beverages. This report was requested by Madam Asha Latha B. S on 19th September 2012. 1. 2 Statemen t of the ProblemThe meaning of caffeinated beverage is a drink that regresss caffein. Coffee is the most(prenominal) common one. Black, green and white tea also contain caffeine. Some sodas have caffeine added to them (Coke, Pepsi, setting Dew, for instance), as do many zero drinks. There are variety reasons why stack like drinking caffeinated beverages. Many folks have coffee berry to encourage wake up in the morning. College students are known for knocking back coffee and caffeinated sodas to keep them up for learning the night before a big test. In some studies, caffeine has been shown to help assimilation and memory. Too much consumption can increase person nervousness.If they drink cheap coffee thats made with robusta beans instead of 100% arabica beans, they whitethorn suffer stomach problem. If there is an addiction, measures must be suggested to reduce this and to realize other form of healthier beverages. 1. 3 Research Questions This report seeks to settle the following questions 1. 3. 1 What is the commentary of caffeinated beverages? 1. 3. 2 What types of caffeinated beverages are familiar among tertiary students? 1. 3. 3 Why are such beverages being consumed by tertiary students? 1. 3. 4 Are the tertiary students certain of the effects of heavy consumption on caffeinated beverages? 1. 3. 5 What are the drawbacks or setbacks experienced when attempting to stop caffeinated everages? 1. 3. 6 What are the suggestions for tertiary students to reduce the consumption of caffeinated beverages? 2. 0 LITERATURE REVIEW Caffeinated beverages have always been consumed by adults. However, nowadays, most tertiary students are consuming these beverages. caffeine products are so widely distributed these days that abuse of the substance may be unnoticed. In fact, caffeine is the worlds most widely consumed stimulant, with 54 percent of adults in America consuming on average three cups of coffee a day (Chen and Parrish, 2008). Diet Health Club on Sept ember 2011 identifies these beverages as Any drinks which contain caffeine.This caffeine is a stimulant that is legal and is one of the most popular stimulants in the world especially among the developed countries. Some of the common caffeinated content beverages include teas, coffees, various kinds of energy drinks and soft drinks. Tea and coffee are found to naturally have caffeine. Whereas some of the popular drinks like cola have intentionally used this caffeine stimulant as one of the ingredients. The relationship amongst an individuals amount of caffeine consumption during his/her study session and the individuals study habits were investigated by Hope (2009). Most of the students revealed their personal consumption of caffeine as well as their study habits when preparing for a test or examinations.As determined by the researcher, it has been hypothesized that the more the caffeine a student consumes while studying, the more accurately his or her study habits would be labelle d as unhealthy. To keep them up for late night sessions, many college students rely on caffeine-packed sodas and coffee drinks which will increase vigilance, sadly this is unhealthy. A research by the (National Council On Strength and Fitness), it shows that caffeinated beverages have become gradually more recognized within the diets of tertiary students. That shows the consumption of caffeinated beverages can private road long-lasting effects on brain character when utilized during the formative old age.However drinking too much of caffeine can cause health problems or side effects to drinkers. Some side effects from caffeine use can be unadulterated irritation. Others are downright dangerous. For smokers, caffeine can be especially harmful. Nicotine will raise blood impel and increase the risk of cardiovascular complications. This is because caffeine is the drug used in the world and is part of everyones daily life-style, it has gone unnoticed as a potentially harmful substa nce to most peoples health. An article Caffeine Awareness Association(2010) also indicates that excessive coffee drinking can increase a persons risk of heart attack. Thus, caffeine can also cause irregular heart rhythms.And some researchers believe it can increase a womans chances of acquiring cancer. Caffeine has also been linked with central nervous system disorders, Parkinsons disease, diabetes, and incontinence. The medical community has belatedly taken caffeine withdrawal quite seriously. It is estimated that one in eight people will experience symptoms that will interfere with ability to work or function for at least a check of days. Jordan (2004), suggested including caffeine withdrawal as a verifiable condition in the Diagnostic and Statistics Manual of intellectual Disorders (DSM). However, caffeine withdrawal is seldom dangerous, though it can make one uncomfortable for a hardly a(prenominal) days. The most frequent symptom ssociated when we attempt to stop caffeinate d beverages is moderate to severe headaches. This can occur between 12 and 24 hours after the last intake of caffeine. It usually lasts for one to two days, though some may have a headache for longer. Furthermore, according to Lee (2006), drinking too much of caffeine will impact one negatively. It causes palpitations and withdrawal systems that include headache and drowsiness. Tertiary education often requires students to study for extended hours, especially during periods of increased workload prior to tests and examinations. Removing caffeine from ones daily bend can be done by approaching the task of lowering the intake of caffeine.Switching to a coffee with less caffeine and checking labels on medications are the approaches to gradually reduce the amount of caffeine consumption for each(prenominal) day, (Fit Day, n. d). According to Haupt (2012), suggests go for an espresso shot because it contains all about half the amount of caffeine as a cup of regular coffee. 3. 0 METHOD OLOGY AND LIMITATIONS 20 respondents were chosen randomly. The respondents were required to answer a questionnaire. These questionnaires were distributed on ______ and collected on ____. Data was collected and analyzed using a canonical frequency analysis that was derived from Microsoft Excel software. Various secondary sources and materials were also looked into as differences and guides.Although this research was carefully prepared, there were still limitations and shortcomings. This report was done on a small scale involving 20 respondents. Since the population was small, the findings presented may not be applicable as general representations. To do so a large hear would be required. The period given to conduct and complete this report was 11 hebdomads only. Background information for the report was limited to articles from various websites. 4. 0 FINDINGS 4. 1 RESPONDENTS GENDER pic Figure 4. 1 The pie chart in Figure 4. 1 shows the gender who consumed caffeinated beverages. Th e gender is divided into two categories which are females and males.Based on the pie chart, it shows that the percentage of females who consume caffeinated beverages among tertiary students is higher than males where by females involve 70% and male 30% only. 4. 2 AGE OF TERTIARY STUDENTS pic Figure 4. 2 The table in Figure 4. 2 shows the age of the respondents who consume caffeinated beverages. It shows that the age of 19 21 years old has the highest no of respondents at 12 respondents while the age of 30 32 years old has the lowest number of respondents at 1 respondent only. 4. 3 TERTIARY STUDENTS WHO CONSUME CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES pic Figure 4. 3 The diagram above shows the number of students from universities that consume caffeinated beverages.It shows that University Technology Mara has the highest no of respondents who consume caffeinated beverages among all tertiary students at 9 respondents. The lowest numbers of respondents who consume caffeinated beverages are tertiary stu dents for University Malaya at only 3 respondents. 4. 4 NUMBER OF RESPONDENTS WHO CONSUME CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES pic Figure 4. 4 The pie chart above shows the number of respondents who consume caffeinated beverages. It shows that 20 respondents answered yes in this questionnaire. 4. 5 TYPES OF CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES pic pic Figure 4. 5 Figure 4. 5 shows the types of caffeinated beverages that are taken by tertiary students.According to the chart, tea is the highest for the types of caffeinated beverages at 52% followed by coffee at 25% and sodas at 25%. Sodas are divided into four types which are Coke at 23%, Pepsi at 59%, Mountain Dew at 10% and others at 9%. 4. 6 FREQUENCY OF TERTIARY STUDENTS DRINKING CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES IN A WEEK pic Figure 4. 6 Figure 4. 6 shows the frequency tertiary students drink caffeinated beverages. Based on the chart above, it shows that 40% of tertiary students drink caffeinated beverages 2 4 times in a week. 25% of tertiary students drink it once a we ek, 20% drink it every day and only 10% of the tertiary students drink it 5- 6 times in a week. 4. 7 AWARENESS OF THE CONTENTS OF CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES pic pic Figure 4. 7 Figure 4. shows the awareness of the contents of such beverages by tertiary students. According to the chart, it is clear that most students are aware of the contents of caffeinated beverages since 64% answered so. Another 36% of tertiary students are not aware of the contents of such beverages. Therefore, for those who are aware of the contents in caffeinated beverages, the results show that 41% realise the sugar, 23% know of their preservatives, 9% the colouring and 27% the caffeine contents. 4. 8 ADDICTIVENESS TOWARDS CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES pic pic Figure 4. 8 Figure 4. 8 shows the addictiveness towards caffeinated beverages by tertiary students.From the chart above, it is clear that 55% of the tertiary students are not addicted to caffeinated beverages. wholly 45% of tertiary students are addicted to caffeinat ed beverages. When they are addicted to caffeinated beverages, most of them control addiction by carrying with plain water (60%), followed by 30% who revert to de-caffeinated beverages and 10% who resort to junk food / debauched food. 4. 9 REASONS WHY RESPONDENTS CONSUME CAFFEINATED BEVERAGES pic Figure 4. 9 Figure 4. 9 illustrates the reasons why respondents consume caffeinated beverages. Firstly, 8 out of 20 respondents say they find caffeinated beverages tasty. Next, 30% of the respondents consume such beverages because find them inexpensive. respondents ranked they find caffeinated beverages convenient. Moreover, no respondents ranked finding such beverages inexpensive or tasty. Meanwhile, 40% of the respondents rank they follow their friends as the reason why they consume caffeinated beverages. 4. 10 THE CONSEQUENCES IF THE RESPONDENTS CUT DOWN CAFFEINATED BEVEREAGES pic Figure 4. 10 Figure 4. 10 shows the percentages of the consequences if the respondents cut down on caffeina ted beverages. 60% of the respondents will tint sleepy if they cut down their consumption on such beverages. Meanwhile, only 10% of them feel moody after they reduced their intake. None of them feel sick easily if they cut down their consumption. Statements powerfully Agree Agree Neutral Disagree Strongly Disagree Caffein6 30% 9 45% 3 ated beverag es have unfavourable effects on the body. Universiti Teknologi Mara Sunway College University Taylors College University University Malaya Others ( Please state _______________ ) Yes Coffee Coke Once a week 5 6 times a week Everyday Yes (Tick v for commensurate options) Yes (Tick v for suitable options) Seek medical help Carry with me plain water Revert to de-caffeinated beverages Replace these drinks by manducate gum or sweets Resort to junk food / fast food ( Rank 1 for major reason and 6 for least major reason) I find them convenience I consume them to help become moody become sick easily become less alert / active become sleepy / lazy 13) Consumption of caffeinated beverages leads to emotional disturbances. 14) I find it difficult to cut down on my consumption of such beverages. 15) I require help to overcome my addiction towards caffeinated beverages. THE END THANK YOU