Caffeine is a substance that's found in over 60 plants, but is predominantly sourced from coffee beans, tea leaves, kola nuts and cocoa beans. It is considered a mild stimulant and is the most used stimulant in the planet.
It can be supplemented, either alone as pure caffeine pills, or in complex formulas together with other ingredients, to increase the effectiveness of the whole formula.
Caffeine is mostly found in pre-workout formulas, weight loss supplements and brain/cognition supplements. It may offer the following benefits:
- Improved alertness
- Greater concentration
- Increased energy and stamina
- Relieves headaches
- Diuretic effect to eliminate excess retained liquid
- Increases metabolism
- Burns fat and aids in weight loss