Caffeine Gum: Fast Energy, Faster Absorption—but Not Without Risks

Caffeine gum fits in your pocket, making it convenient for people who want a controlled dose of caffeine for a mental or physical edge.

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Trish Wetherell sometimes enjoys a piece of caffeine gum, which gives her a burst of energy without jitters. She may chew it before her CrossFit workouts, which combine intense weightlifting and cardio.

“If I happen to be dragging a bit, I’ll chew a piece and it gets me through,” she told The Epoch Times. “It gives me that little quick burst that I need.”