Natural Caffeine From Green Coffee Beans

Natural caffeine is a stimulant compound found in various plants, including coffee beans, tea leaves, and cacao pods. When sourced from green coffee beans, it is extracted from the unroasted beans. This process isolates the caffeine from other coffee components.

Manufacturers add natural caffeine primarily for its stimulating effects, which can increase alertness and reduce fatigue. It is commonly found in beverages such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, and some flavored waters and juices.

In the United States, caffeine is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in certain foods and beverages. At typical intake levels, caffeine acts as a central nervous system stimulant. JECFA has evaluated caffeine and set an acceptable daily intake, and EFSA has also provided scientific opinions on its safety. Evidence regarding its effects at very high doses or in sensitive individuals can be mixed, but moderate consumption is generally considered safe for most healthy adults.