Revving Hearts: Exploring the Effects of Caffeine and E-Gaming on Cardiac Wellness – Join Our Study!

Are you a player? Join us for 2 hours of Overwatch or Valorant as we explore the effects of gaming and caffeine on cardiovascular health.

Who:

• Individuals in good health aged 18-35
• Non-smokers, without any diagnosed cardiovascular, pulmonary, or metabolic conditions
• Not taking any medications that influence blood coagulation
• Experience in gaming using a mouse and keyboard
• Female participants must have maintained regular menstrual cycles for the last 3 months

What:

We are examining cardiovascular reactions to caffeine and e-gaming

• You will be seated at a desk equipped with a monitor, mouse, keyboard, and headset for 2 hours playing either Valorant or Overwatch
• Blood samples will be collected before and following the gaming session
• During every visit, you will consume either caffeine or a placebo
• You will need to refrain from food and beverages other than water for 8 hours, and avoid caffeine, exercise, nicotine, and alcohol for 24 hours before each lab session.
• The anticipated time commitment involves two lab visits (~3.5 hours each, separated by a minimum of 24 hours)

Where: ·              

• Health and Physical Activities Building, Ball State University
• Integrative Exercise Physiology Laboratory
• Parking options are available if traveling from off-campus

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If you are interested in taking part in this study or would like additional information about this study, please email iepl@bsu.edu