You can tell the day from the morning and a good morning usually comes with a nice cup of coffee, or two. It is hard to imagine our lives nowadays without the regular caffeine intake but did you know that caffeine is an active compound found in about 60 different plants?


 
Caffeine is an active compound and a favourite booster for a variety of people with different lifestyles and goals, from the busy businessman to the athlete and the student. Research shows that they give alertness to the organism and help with focus and performance. But have you ever wondered if you can substitute your coffee with another source of energy? In the following article we will try to suggest several alternatives to the traditional source of caffeine in the form of food supplements and you can have your pick.



 The most traditional representative is caffeine itself which comes in the form of a food supplement. It is a favourite product of the physically active people who use it to improve their focus during workouts and accelerate weight loss. Research shows that when taken in combination with creatine monohydrate it can stimulate the metabolism of the muscle fibers and makes the cells more sensitive to adrenaline. It is recommended to take it in small amounts, after supplementation with creatine and before workout.



 One very widely accepted substitute is green tea. Green tea extracts are acknowledged for their antioxidant qualities. While it gives the organism an energy boost and helps out with concentration it also helps against the aging processes by preventing the activity of the free radical cells. It is a good immunostimulant as it enhances the cardiovascular system, the liver and has strong anti-inflammatory functions. It makes for a good choice for both training and non-training people who want to experience the ‘energy kick’ they get from their coffee.



 Caffeine is renowned for its fat burning qualities and a great alternative is green coffee. Unlike the traditional coffee it is unroasted and thus has a higher value of chlorogenic acid. This acid reduces carbohydrate, fat and glucose absorption and accelerate weight loss this way. It keeps the organism in good shape while at the same time it also helps to reduce blood pressure and regulates the cholesterol levels.


 Another organic caffeine source is guarana which is a plant with energizing effect. It cuts down on the fatigue and gives energy over a long period of time which makes it even more effective than traditional caffeine. In fact it has double the amount of caffeine found in traditional coffee! It also helps the metabolism and can be used to promote weight loss.



 What do you take from your coffee fix? Make sure to remember that the daily recommended intake of caffeine in any of its forms is up to 400 mg and remember it should make a part of your regime rather than substitute your diet.



Source: Caffeine as an attention enhancer
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