A study reveals that a simple, caffeine-free drink may help gamers stay mentally sharp for hours, preserving executive function and reducing fatigue without the crash of sugar or stimulants.
Study: Sparkling water consumption mitigates cognitive fatigue during prolonged esports play. Image credit: Arsenii Palivoda/Shutterstock.com
A recent study published in Computers in Human Behavior Reports tested the hypothesis that cognitive fatigue is mitigated by consuming sparkling water during prolonged esports play.
Cognitive fatigue during prolonged esports play and beverage consumption
Esports are competitive video game-based activities that have expanded rapidly in recent years and entail digital cognitive engagement. Esports demand advanced cognitive skills, including task switching, sustained attention,…