Scripted Interview
Yechan Bae
English 21003- Section M
Professor Matyakubova
03 May, 2018
Research Paper Interview
The One Behind the Coffee Mug
Interviewee: Professor James
Donahue
The issue I am addressing in my
research paper is the possible side effects of caffeine overdose and a solution
on how to avoid them. I chose this issue because I witnessed my sister struggle
with the side effects from caffeine and the stages of recovery she incorporated
to recuperate. I chose to interview Professor Donahue because I am well
informed of his credibility and his value in the science field. He is a nobel
prize winner and was my high school Biology and Anatomy instructor. He was an
Anatomy and Physiology Professor in Waubonsee Community College and is now an
Anatomical and Biological Sciences Instructor in Waubonsie Valley High School.
His contribution by answering my interview questions will specifically help me
in writing a solution section in my paper, as well as adding ethos in my
writing.
Question
#1: Can humans develop a tolerance to caffeine? Plus Question #2: Is Caffeine
an addictive stimulant?
“Yes. In order for caffeine to work in the body, there must be
receptors on the cell membranes for caffeine. If the body over uses it, the
immune system can destroy these receptors. Caffeine will not be able to exert
the same effect with fewer receptors. Therefore, the user will need to intake
more caffeine to get the same “buzz”.”
Question
#3: Can caffeine really prevent the risk of developing cardiovascular disease?
Caffeine can definitely prevent the
risk of developing cardiovascular disease, as especially green tea, reduces
systolic and diastolic blood pressure. The professor referred me to read this
article: https://www.jfda-online.com/article/S1021-9498(17)30198-9/fulltext.
Question
#4: Can caffeine really prevent the risk of developing type 2 diabetes?
The professor referred me to this article:
https://www.annualreviews.org/doi/abs/10.1146/annurev-nutr-071816-064941, which says that “caffeine
was associated with a probable decreased risk of Parkinson's disease and type-2
diabetes” (Giuseppe Grosso, et al).
Question
#5: Can caffeine be toxic and possibly harm our body if overly consumed?
The professor referred me to this
article:
http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0269881116668595, which the study conducted
by these researchers state that “type 2 diabetic patients may self-medicate with
caffeine to alleviate daytime sleepiness. High caffeine intake reflects a
lifestyle factor that may be considered when promoting type 2 diabetes
management” (Emily Urry, et al).
Question
#6: Do you consume caffeine?
Yes.
But, due to my heart condition, I limit myself to one can of Coke Zero per day.
Question
#7: What makes humans depend on caffeine too much?
“I believe it to be both a biological and social reason. First, we
like the effect it has on our body (apparent energy boost, excitation, etc.).
Second, our friends do it. It is fun to meet up with our peers at the local
coffee shop and chat.”
Question
#8: Is there any other kind of stimulant other than caffeine that is considered
as a much safer choice?
The professor referred me to this
article:
Question
#9: Is tea a better choice than coffee in caffeine?
The professor, again, referred me to
this article:
http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/ben/cpd/2017/00000023/00000017/art00008, which states that tea is a
much better choice than coffee, as it has the possibility of decreasing the
risk of cancer and developing Granulicatella and
Synergistetes, which coffee provokes.
Question
#10: How does caffeine really work?
The professor provided me to this
article, which, although not peer-reviewed, states that facts in an easy and
understandable way of how caffeine works after consumption in our body:
https://www.caffeineinformer.com/caffeine-metabolism. The professor also referred
me to this article: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/285194.php, which provides the fun
facts about caffeine as well as its function when it enters into our
bloodstream.
Works Cited
Donahue, James. Email Interview. 1
May. 2018.
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