Natural Flavor Caffeine
What is Natural Flavor Caffeine?
Caffeine is a natural stimulant found in coffee beans, tea leaves, and cacao pods. It is often extracted and purified for use as a food additive, or it can be synthesized.
Is Natural Flavor Caffeine vegan?
Natural Flavor Caffeine is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Natural Flavor Caffeine gluten-free?
Caffeine is not a major allergen and does not contain gluten.
What is Natural Flavor Caffeine used for?
Manufacturers add caffeine to foods and beverages primarily to provide a stimulating effect and enhance alertness.
Is Natural Flavor Caffeine safe?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers caffeine to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as intended.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add caffeine to foods and beverages primarily to provide a stimulating effect and enhance alertness. It is commonly found in soft drinks, energy drinks, and some teas.
Health notes
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers caffeine to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) when used as intended. Consuming moderate amounts of caffeine can temporarily increase alertness and reduce fatigue. JECFA has evaluated caffeine and established an acceptable daily intake. However, high intake can lead to side effects like anxiety, insomnia, and rapid heartbeat.
Allergen info
Caffeine is not a major allergen and does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Natural Flavor Caffeine
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