Calm Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 Appreciating a caffeine free campus doesn't make sense to me. If they don't want to drink a caffeinated Dr. Pepper, they could simply choose the Sprite from the same machine. I don't get why the mere presence of a caffeinated drink would bother anybody.You don't get the idea that some people don't want to be tempted? I do. When my blood sugar is low or I am tired, I make bad decisions. Not having to worry about the later effects of caffeine in my system...that would be something to be thankful for, especially since it is such an easy, quick fix and so easy to justify. But boy, the payment later (and I am not talking about the 'sin' issue...at least for me, perhaps some who feel this way think of it as a sin).
DH Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 I suppose they should make BYU a sugar-free, salt-free, and fat-free campus, too?Come on guys, this is caffeinated soft drinks we're talking about, not crack cocaine!
Stargazer Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 It can be addicting but for many it is not. I. Like the occasional Mountain Dew but I do not need it. I would like to think the Saints are able to recognize their own addictions and adapt accordingly without needing this oversight. Then again we are talking about BYU here. The school where adults are treated like children because the parents insist on protection over self-control. I am glad I did not attend.In my opinion, it isn't the caffeine that is addictive. I spent an entire week at sea (nice cruise) and didn't have a single craving for any caffeinated drink. I just like the drinks that happen to have caffeine in them.And then there is straight lemon juice. MMMMMMM.
Calm Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 I suppose they should make BYU a sugar-free, salt-free, and fat-free campus, too?Come on guys, this is caffeinated soft drinks we're talking about, not crack cocaine!Not saying they should, just saying I understand why some might like it that way.
Calm Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 In my opinion, it isn't the caffeine that is addictive.http://www.medicinen...feine/page2.htmThere is no disputing the fact that caffeine "addiction" is not as intense or dangerous as drug addictions. You may feel "addicted" or dependent on it and it can be dangerous to overdo it. You can experiment and see how you feel with and without low to moderate amounts of caffeine. Some people do not feel anything when they consume caffeine and others don't feel anything when they stop consuming it. For those who do feel the withdrawal symptoms it is best to slowly decrease your intake. Just as your body got used to the amount that you are consuming it will get used to less or none at all. All of this information is based on research done on adults. We can't say for sure that caffeine will have the same effect on children and adolescents without the proper research.
DavidB Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 Sprite keeps.me.awake.Dr. Pepper is the balm of.life.
Calm Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 In my opinion, it isn't the caffeine that is addictive. I spent an entire week at sea (nice cruise) and didn't have a single craving for any caffeinated drink. I just like the drinks that happen to have caffeine in them.And then there is straight lemon juice. MMMMMMM.Just brush your teeth afterwards or you may regret it when you are older. Had a friend who damaged her teeth big time sucking on lemons. The acid chewed the enamel off.
Calm Posted September 12, 2012 Posted September 12, 2012 Whofreakin'cares?There's caring.....and then there's something to talk about.
Tacenda Posted September 13, 2012 Author Posted September 13, 2012 Just posting this podcast that mentions LDS are more susceptable to becoming alcoholics as mentioned in a previous post earlier in the thread, It also mentions other addictions.http://mormonstories...avid-christian/
KevinG Posted September 13, 2012 Posted September 13, 2012 Just posting this podcast that mentions LDS are more susceptable to becoming alcoholics as mentioned in a previous post earlier in the thread, It also mentions other addictions.http://mormonstories...avid-christian/Can you excerpt the claim and the evidence cited? Or at least find a transcript. I don't really have time to listen to a podcast to find evidence to support your claim that LDS are more susceptible to addictions than the general public.
Tacenda Posted September 13, 2012 Author Posted September 13, 2012 Can you excerpt the claim and the evidence cited? Or at least find a transcript. I don't really have time to listen to a podcast to find evidence to support your claim that LDS are more susceptible to addictions than the general public.No transcript, I don't know if there is any study done or evidence, just a psychologist's opinion that has practiced, I believe, for over 20 yrs. and has seen it with his clients. But really, no big deal if you don't listen, with all there is to do in life.
cdowis Posted September 16, 2012 Posted September 16, 2012 I don't get it. My sister-in-law was shocked that they sell beer on campus.Two types, even.
cdowis Posted September 17, 2012 Posted September 17, 2012 Apple beer is what she found shocking when we ordered it. http://www.applebeer.com/Also I think BYU is the only place where you can buy iron port soda (bubble gum flavor).
thesometimesaint Posted September 17, 2012 Posted September 17, 2012 I'd be more concerned with the theobromine.
Saints Alive Posted September 17, 2012 Posted September 17, 2012 When my mother joined the church the missionaries who taught here were not allowed to eat chocolate because of the caffeine. I don't know if that was a mission rule or a personal thing.
Saints Alive Posted September 17, 2012 Posted September 17, 2012 It was a personal thing.How can you possibly know that? I have heard of missions with some pretty bazaar rules, including missionaries not being allowed cola drinks.
Tacenda Posted September 17, 2012 Author Posted September 17, 2012 In the interview with Pres. Hinckley and Larry King, when Larry asks about WoW, Pres. Hinckley mentions the WoW being against caffeine and he used that word! I c/p here:Gordon B. Hinckley: Oh, I don't know. You've read a part of the word of wisdom. The word of wisdom covers many things. It covers the excessive use of meat, as I see it. It covers, in a very particular way, the use of tobacco and alcohol.Larry King: By saying no?Gordon B. Hinckley: By saying, by proscribing those things.Larry King: No to caffeine?Gordon B. Hinckley: No to caffeine, coffee and tea.Larry King: Do you know why? Dietary -- in the Old Testament were based on the health of animals and stuff.Gordon B. Hinckley: Well, the wonderful thing is that the Book of Mormon -- I mean, the word of wisdom has shown to be fruitful in what -- the accomplishments.
thesometimesaint Posted September 17, 2012 Posted September 17, 2012 Saints Alive:Believe me. If the Church wasn't true the missionaries would have destroyed it long ago.
cdowis Posted September 18, 2012 Posted September 18, 2012 When my mother joined the church the missionaries who taught here were not allowed to eat chocolate because of the caffeine. I don't know if that was a mission rule or a personal thing.Just curious how chocolate cake could be considered a hot drink. There are some pretty odd people in the world.
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