Energy drinks tested for alertness boost – but Don't get too excited
NCT ID NCT07400614
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study looks at whether energy drinks with 120 mg of caffeine, plus taurine and B vitamins, can help healthy adults feel more alert for up to 5 hours. 48 participants will rate their alertness and tiredness after drinking the beverages. The goal is to see if the added ingredients make a difference compared to caffeine alone.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Caffeine with varying amounts of taurine and B vitamins
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could show that certain energy drink formulas boost alertness for a few hours.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 48 people, so results may not apply to everyone. It only measures subjective feelings, not long-term health effects.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Northumbria U
Newcastle, Tyne, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom
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