Coffee is produced from caffeine-rich coffee beans. Coffee is eaten for its stimulating properties, which boost energy, mood, and alertness.
Coffee
Caffeine-rich kola nut extract. Some sources indicate Coca-Cola no longer uses it as a food additive and flavouring agent.
Kola nut
Cocoa percent determines caffeine content. Milk chocolate has less caffeine than pure cocoa per 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving.
Cocoa beans
Tiramisu and coffee ice cream are both examples of foods that contain coffee, and they also contain variable levels of the stimulant caffeine.
Coffee containing food
Energy drinks are food supplements, not FDA-regulated. They may include 50–505 mg of caffeine.
Energy drinks
Soft, rubbery chewing gum is made with caffeine. Some brands contain 50 mg caffeine.
Chewing gum
Made with dried, crushed Ilex paraguariensis leaves. Yerba mate contains caffeine naturally. Experts commend its antibacterial and antioxidant capabilities as heart-friendly.
Yerba mate drink
Green tea has 30–50 mg of caffeine per 8-ounce (240-mL) drink, depending on leaf age.
Green tea
Guarana is a natural source of caffeine used in energy beverages, soft drinks, and herbal supplements.