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


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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 [email protected]


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