Eur J Nutr December 2022 PMID 35380245

Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review.

Jefferson Gomes de Souza, Juan Del Coso, Fabiano de Souza Fonseca, Bruno Victor Corrêa Silva, Diego Brito de Souza, Rodrigo Luiz da Silva Gianoni, Aleksandra Filip-Stachnik, Julio Cerca Serrão, João Gustavo Claudino

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The discussions mostly focus on the scientific findings and practical implications of caffeine use in sports, including its benefits (~1.1% performance improvement) and side effects like tachycardia. The tone combines curiosity, respect for scientific evidence, and a cautious attitude toward dosage, reflecting an engaged community aware of both the potential and risks of caffeine supplementation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the scientific validity of the review, with some highlighting that debates about caffeine's effects are ongoing and not settled. For example, posts mention that the review confirms the presence of side effects and challenges myt

InterestModerate interest

Interest levels are moderate, with participants showing curiosity about specific effects like sleep disruption and performance benefits. Several tweets delve into details such as optimal dosages and side effects, reflecting a genuine but not overwhelming

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts exhibit active participation, referencing the article multiple times, discussing dosage specifics (~3.0 mg/kg), and debating the balance of benefits versus adverse effects. Comments like 'we'll keep asking questions' or sharing personal insights dem

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion indicates recognition of the article's significance in sports science and athlete health, with some posts emphasizing the importance of understanding side effects and dosing to optimize performance. The mention of citations and ongoing rese

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João GustavoClaudino
@ClaudinoJG · X

Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/1EMqueNm2D https://t.co/gdE4a388te

Apr 6, 2022 · 21 likes · 5 shares · 439 followers View post →
Blockchain Macro
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@theliverdr @AjayChandr41722 False. It's not just "a myth" or "anectdotal" or "personal experiences". https://t.co/o9Llalij4P https://t.co/rDoLDqsBaW https://t.co/MQcu1G7LA4

Jul 6, 2025 · 14 likes · 1,011 followers View post →
João GustavoClaudino
@ClaudinoJG · X

Com quase 8 meses completos da publicação, nosso artigo já alcançou 10 citações no Google Acadêmico. Seguiremos fazendo e respondendo boas perguntas... ✅

Nov 13, 2022 · 14 likes · 2 shares · 439 followers View post →
JulioBasulto_DN
@JulioBasulto_DN · X

La mejora en el rendimiento en corredores gracias a la cafeína ronda el 1,1% (https://t.co/qxIYtnELom). Sabiendo que hay una considerable posibilidad de presentar efectos adversos, como taquicardia o palpitaciones (https://t.co/85ZX52oPCW), es como para pensárselo dos veces.

Dec 19, 2022 · 11 likes · 1 share · 96,142 followers View post →
Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

Systematic review: +/- with caffeine ☕️: using ~3.0 mg/kg of caffeine may be the dose of choice to obtain the ergogenic benefits of caffeine with the lowest prevalence and magnitude of side effects: https://t.co/11pieS2xwt

Apr 14, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 7,861 followers View post →
João GustavoClaudino
@ClaudinoJG · X

The First One... #0001 ✅

Jul 31, 2022 · 5 likes · 439 followers View post →

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Blockchain Macro
@BlockchainMacro · X

@theliverdr @AjayChandr41722 False. It's not just "a myth" or "anectdotal" or "personal experiences". https://t.co/o9Llalij4P https://t.co/rDoLDqsBaW https://t.co/MQcu1G7LA4

Jul 6, 2025 · 14 likes · 1,011 followers View post →
Sportarts
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@Jeukendrup Hi Asker, I love your popular scientific posts. With respect to caffeine I suggest mentioning side effect to, as a lot of athletes are unaware that caffeine can reduce sleep efficiency and quality in the short and long run. https://t.co/jmHHsxSNBh

Nov 8, 2024 · 1,801 followers View post →
Dietista peregrino
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RT @JulioBasulto_DN: La mejora en el rendimiento en corredores gracias a la cafeína ronda el 1,1% (https://t.co/qxIYtnELom). Sabiendo que h…

Dec 19, 2022 · 1 share · 42 followers View post →
JulioBasulto_DN
@JulioBasulto_DN · X

La mejora en el rendimiento en corredores gracias a la cafeína ronda el 1,1% (https://t.co/qxIYtnELom). Sabiendo que hay una considerable posibilidad de presentar efectos adversos, como taquicardia o palpitaciones (https://t.co/85ZX52oPCW), es como para pensárselo dos veces.

Dec 19, 2022 · 11 likes · 1 share · 96,142 followers View post →
João Gustavo de Oliveira Claudino
@JooGustavodeOl5 · X

RT @ClaudinoJG: Com quase 8 meses completos da publicação, nosso artigo já alcançou 10 citações no Google Acadêmico. Seguiremos fazendo e r…

Nov 13, 2022 · 2 shares · 2 followers View post →
GSporTech Brazil
@GSporTechBrazil · X

RT @ClaudinoJG: Com quase 8 meses completos da publicação, nosso artigo já alcançou 10 citações no Google Acadêmico. Seguiremos fazendo e r…

Nov 13, 2022 · 2 shares · 33 followers View post →
João GustavoClaudino
@ClaudinoJG · X

Com quase 8 meses completos da publicação, nosso artigo já alcançou 10 citações no Google Acadêmico. Seguiremos fazendo e respondendo boas perguntas... ✅

Nov 13, 2022 · 14 likes · 2 shares · 439 followers View post →
sahar
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RT @ClaudinoJG: Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/1EMqueNm2D https://t.…

Oct 11, 2022 · 5 shares View post →
João GustavoClaudino
@ClaudinoJG · X

The First One... #0001 ✅

Jul 31, 2022 · 5 likes · 439 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
@EvidenceRobot · X

RT @MelindaRD: Systematic review on the use of caffeine for athletic performance - ~3.0 mg/kg found to be dose of choice to minimize side e…

Apr 15, 2022 · 1 share · 6,703 followers View post →
Melinda
@MelindaRD · X

Systematic review on the use of caffeine for athletic performance - ~3.0 mg/kg found to be dose of choice to minimize side effects but still get some ergogenic benefit https://t.co/Bn2RPNThgF

Apr 15, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 4,560 followers View post →
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RT @DanielBerglind: Systematic review: +/- with caffeine ☕️: using ~3.0 mg/kg of caffeine may be the dose of choice to obtain the ergogenic…

Apr 15, 2022 · 1 share · 408 followers View post →
Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

Systematic review: +/- with caffeine ☕️: using ~3.0 mg/kg of caffeine may be the dose of choice to obtain the ergogenic benefits of caffeine with the lowest prevalence and magnitude of side effects: https://t.co/11pieS2xwt

Apr 14, 2022 · 5 likes · 1 share · 7,861 followers View post →
SystematicReviewBot
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RT @ClaudinoJG: Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review #caffeine #sport #SideEffects #Athl…

Apr 10, 2022 · 1 share · 6,703 followers View post →
João GustavoClaudino
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Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review #caffeine #sport #SideEffects #Athlete #supplementation #EnergyDrinks #AdverseEffects #NegativeEffects #AthleticPerformance #PhysicalExercise https://t.co/GH3kXpHMhM

Apr 10, 2022 · 1 like · 1 share · 439 followers View post →
Alan Hayes
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RT @ClaudinoJG: Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/1EMqueNm2D https://t.…

Apr 9, 2022 · 5 shares · 205 followers View post →
Itamar Levinger
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RT @ClaudinoJG: Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/1EMqueNm2D https://t.…

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Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/Og7bft8Mw9

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RT @ClaudinoJG: Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/1EMqueNm2D https://t.…

Apr 6, 2022 · 5 shares · 6,703 followers View post →
João GustavoClaudino
@ClaudinoJG · X

Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/1EMqueNm2D https://t.co/gdE4a388te

Apr 6, 2022 · 21 likes · 5 shares · 439 followers View post →
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@JooGustavodeOl5 · X

Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/b9k2OwcDE9 https://t.co/HRBM1JJJk4

Apr 6, 2022 · 1 share · 2 followers View post →
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Risk or benefit? Side effects of caffeine supplementation in sport: a systematic review https://t.co/cbAU5BRbvG

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