{"id":13832,"date":"2021-06-15T17:01:03","date_gmt":"2021-06-15T09:01:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/?p=13832"},"modified":"2023-07-27T13:41:20","modified_gmt":"2023-07-27T05:41:20","slug":"c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/","title":{"rendered":"C4 Energy Drink: Caffeine and Ingredients"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:75.083333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:89.916666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:66%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"901\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664.jpg\" alt=\"c4 energy drink\" class=\"wp-image-18701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-720x540.jpg 720w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-480x360.jpg 480w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-320x240.jpg 320w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-735x552.jpg 735w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-335x252.jpg 335w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-347x261.jpg 347w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-520x390.jpg 520w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-640x481.jpg 640w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-960x721.jpg 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-1080x811.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"901\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664.jpg.webp\" alt=\"c4 energy drink\" class=\"wp-image-18701 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-300x225.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-768x577.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-720x540.jpg.webp 720w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-480x360.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-320x240.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-735x552.jpg.webp 735w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-335x252.jpg.webp 335w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-347x261.jpg.webp 347w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-520x390.jpg.webp 520w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-640x481.jpg.webp 640w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-960x721.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664-1080x811.jpg.webp 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_E0664.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">C4 Energy Drink<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>C4 Energy&nbsp;is certainly an explosive, sugar-free energy drink, but what exactly goes into it?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In brief, a 16 fl.oz can of C4 Energy Drink has no calories, 200mg of caffeine, and is sugar-free. It also contains B-Vitamins and its very own proprietary ingredient blend<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more in-depth look, read on to find out everything you need to know about C4&rsquo;s ingredient composition, from its overall nutritional value, to what exactly goes into C4&rsquo;s Explosive Performance Energy Blend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Let&rsquo;s get started&hellip;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Page Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662a5babd9e3e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 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Facts<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#C4_Energy_Drink_Ingredients\" title=\"C4 Energy Drink Ingredients\">C4 Energy Drink Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#C4_Explosive_Performance_Energy_Blend\" title=\"C4 Explosive Performance Energy Blend\">C4 Explosive Performance Energy Blend<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#How_Much_Caffeine_Is_In_A_Can_of_C4\" title=\"How Much Caffeine Is In A Can of C4?\">How Much Caffeine Is In A Can of C4?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#C4_Energy_Sugar_Content\" title=\"C4 Energy Sugar Content\">C4 Energy Sugar Content<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#Does_C4_Energy_Have_Artificial_Sweeteners\" title=\"Does C4 Energy Have Artificial Sweeteners?\">Does C4 Energy Have Artificial Sweeteners?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#C4_Energy_Drink_Vitamin_Content\" title=\"C4 Energy Drink Vitamin Content\">C4 Energy Drink Vitamin Content<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#How_Much_C4_Energy_Drink_Can_I_Have_a_Day\" title=\"How Much C4 Energy Drink Can I Have a Day?\">How Much C4 Energy Drink Can I Have a Day?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#Which_C4_has_the_most_caffeine\" title=\"Which C4 has the most caffeine?\">Which C4 has the most caffeine?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#Is_C4_a_healthy_energy_drink\" title=\"Is C4 a healthy energy drink?\">Is C4 a healthy energy drink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#Is_C4_a_good_pre-workout\" title=\"Is C4 a good pre-workout?\">Is C4 a good pre-workout?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#How_long_does_C4_Energy_last\" title=\"How long does C4 Energy last?\">How long does C4 Energy last?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#Alternatives_to_C4_Energy_Drink\" title=\"Alternatives to C4 Energy Drink\">Alternatives to C4 Energy Drink<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-caffeine-and-ingredients\/#Related_Articles\" title=\"Related Articles\">Related Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C4_Energy_Drink_Nutrition_Facts\"><\/span>C4 Energy Drink Nutrition Facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First, let&rsquo;s take a quick look at the nutritional facts of C4 Energy Drink.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1079\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669.jpg\" alt=\"nutritional value of C4\" class=\"wp-image-18724\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669-300x270.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669-768x691.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1079\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669.jpg.webp\" alt=\"nutritional value of C4\" class=\"wp-image-18724 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669-300x270.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669-768x691.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/IMG_0669.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Nutritional Value of C4<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e7f5fe\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Nutritional Info<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>C4 Energy Drink (16 fl.oz)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Energy<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Total Carbohydrates (Sugars)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 (0)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Niacin (Vitamin B3)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">30mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">60&micro;g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Potassium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">85mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Basic nutritional value of a can of C4 Energy Drink.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Many Calories Are In C4 Energy Drink?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>C4 Energy Drink contains zero calories as it doesn&rsquo;t have any sugar in the drink.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a reminder, the recommended&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/health.gov\/our-work\/food-nutrition\/2015-2020-dietary-guidelines\/guidelines\/appendix-2\/#:~:text=Estimates%20range%20from%201%2C600%20to,per%20day%20for%20adult%20men.\" target=\"_blank\">daily calorific limit<\/a>&nbsp;for healthy young adults ranges from&nbsp;<strong>2000 to 2400 calories for women and 2400 to 3000 calories for men<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lack of calories in C4 means it won&rsquo;t interfere with your diet or exercise routine, which is probably why it boasts itself as a pre-workout drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C4_Energy_Drink_Ingredients\"><\/span>C4 Energy Drink Ingredients<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>For a better look at the contents of C4, here are all the ingredients of a C4 Energy Drink in an easy-to-read list.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Carbonated Water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Citric Acid<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Natural and Artificial Flavors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Potassium Sorbate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sucralose<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Acesulfame Potassium<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citrulline Malate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CamoSyn&reg; Beta-Alanine<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BetaPower&reg; Betaine Anhydrous<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caffeine Anhydrous<\/strong>&nbsp;(200mg per can)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C4_Explosive_Performance_Energy_Blend\"><\/span>C4 Explosive Performance Energy Blend<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>C4 Energy Drink has its very own proprietary blend, consisting of a&nbsp;<strong>6.73g&nbsp;<\/strong>mixture of the following ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Citrulline Malate<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CamoSyn&reg; Beta-Alanine<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BetaPower&reg; Betaine Anhydrous<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Caffeine Anhydrous<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These ingredients supposedly assist in enhancing alertness and exercise performance, along with other general improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, with the exception of caffeine anhydrous (200mg), we don&rsquo;t have the&nbsp;<strong>exact measurements<\/strong>&nbsp;of each ingredient that are included in the blend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As such, without resorting to&nbsp;lab tests, it&rsquo;s difficult to determine the effectiveness of C4&rsquo;s proprietary blend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, it&rsquo;s worth figuring what these ingredients do just to cover our bases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Citrulline Malate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Citrulline Malate<\/strong>, or&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-1245\/l-citrulline\" target=\"_blank\">L-Citruline<\/a>, is an amino acid found in food, most notably watermelon. It&rsquo;s generally effective for exercise performance, especially when taken up to 7+ days and may decrease high blood pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, you would need up to<strong>&nbsp;2.4g to 5g of Citrulline Malate daily&nbsp;<\/strong>to see an improvement in exercise performance, so C4 Energy could have an adequate amount to assist with this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>We just don&rsquo;t know the breakdown of the 6.73g of proprietary blend, so it&rsquo;s impossible to say for sure.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Considering caffeine is a pretty effective stimulant for exercise&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/journals.humankinetics.com\/view\/journals\/ijsnem\/19\/1\/article-p61.xml\" target=\"_blank\">performance<\/a>, it&rsquo;s hard to say where the effectiveness of citrulline malate starts and ends in C4 Energy Drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nevertheless, it shouldn&rsquo;t result in any health complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CamoSyn&reg; Beta-Alanine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-1222\/beta-alanine\" target=\"_blank\">Beta-alanine<\/a>&nbsp;is a non-essential amino acid, commonly used for improving athletic performance and building lean muscle mass in younger adults, whilst also having a positive effect on older individuals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, a dosage of up to&nbsp;<strong>2.4g to 6.4g<\/strong>&nbsp;for a period of 10 weeks would be necessary to see any athletic improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the fact that there&rsquo;s caffeine in C4, you might not notice the effects of Beta-Alanine much in the beginning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still, with a high enough dosage of Beta-Alanine, it could provide a boost in exercise performance, although how much of it you can get from an energy drink is always debatable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>BetaPower&reg; Betaine Anhydrous<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-1008\/betaine-anhydrous\" target=\"_blank\">Betaine Anhydrous<\/a>&nbsp;most commonly used for reducing blood homocysteine (a chemical used in many bodily processes) and for possible improved athletic performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Betaine seems to improve overall muscle power, according to this research&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3844502\/\" target=\"_blank\">article<\/a>, and is possibly effective for symptoms of dry mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Information on betaine&rsquo;s dosage seems more closely tied for use with reducing blood homocysteine, so there&rsquo;s no hard and fast rule when it comes to its dosage in energy drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-1037\/tyrosine\" target=\"_blank\">Tyrosine<\/a>&nbsp;is an amino acid, with N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine being just another form of the said chemical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tyrosine&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4186281\/\" target=\"_blank\">supports<\/a>&nbsp;working memory, mental flexibility, and information processing. Interestingly, it&rsquo;s also able to counteract the effects of sleep deprivation, so it&rsquo;s no surprise it finds itself in C4 Energy Drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common dosings for tyrosine&rsquo;s benefits range between 100mg to 300mg, so it&rsquo;s believable that C4&rsquo;s ingredient complex does contain enough to provide those benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Caffeine Anhydrous<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine anhydrous&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/full\/10.1080\/17461391.2015.1085097?casa_token=fkbyrg_zYOcAAAAA%3Ap2a8gaE9maacLqXq3bgxcDbtFBtHeBimTPHmCSFnosXhwTvqHuxSb-A7j5NAYFBBqnOxkPy7sLiVGb4\" target=\"_blank\">functions<\/a>&nbsp;the same as regular caffeine when processed through the body, so when it comes to improving sports performance, both versions are practically the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Caffeine_Is_In_A_Can_of_C4\"><\/span>How Much Caffeine Is In A Can of C4?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Each 16 fl.oz can of C4 Energy Drink has 200mg of caffeine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With 200mg of caffeine, C4 Energy does rate a bit higher in terms of caffeinated&nbsp;energy drinks, which often have somewhere between<strong>&nbsp;50 to 300mg of caffeine<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>How much caffeine you find tolerable depends on your&nbsp;caffeine metabolism, so if you&rsquo;re used to caffeinated beverages, 200mg should be no sweat.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>How much caffeine you find tolerable depends on your&nbsp;caffeine metabolism, so if you&rsquo;re used to caffeinated beverages, 200mg should be no sweat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So while 200mg of caffeine is more than I prefer, it&rsquo;s still not too much that I would mind having it every once in a while if I need some extra energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a reminder, the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a>&nbsp;approves a&nbsp;<strong>caffeine intake limit of no more than 400mg per day<\/strong>, as any more than that might lead to side&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/caffeine.html\" target=\"_blank\">effects<\/a>&nbsp;such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Insomnia<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restlessness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stomachaches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dizziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dehydration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Anxiety<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While the maximum intake might vary from person-to-person, a 400mg hard cut-off is a pretty good start, so as long as you don&rsquo;t go over that limit, you should be perfectly fine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C4_Energy_Sugar_Content\"><\/span>C4 Energy Sugar Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"792\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1.jpg\" alt=\"sugar cubes\" class=\"wp-image-18590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1-768x507.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"792\" src=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"sugar cubes\" class=\"wp-image-18590 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1-300x198.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1-768x507.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 48px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Sugar-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sugar Cubes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>You&rsquo;ll be pleased to know that C4 is sugar-free, thus containing no sugar in its content.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the lack of sugar in C4 Energy Drink, the drink won&rsquo;t severely affect your health. That said, if you were to consume 2 to 3 cans a day, it would be detrimental to your health as you would be consuming too much caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a plus, you&rsquo;ll also get to avoid going through a sugar&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0149763418309175?casa_token=-K3LnwauF4kAAAAA:Pm2k1I452iaWPeMkiMO8QIsK3wvhtiQaC0oIg_yzJzTZMFirvFIND7uenhGWoNCKpBQ99Mt_IiUm\" target=\"_blank\">crash<\/a>&nbsp;after having C4, which is definitely a positive if you want to keep your energy levels up for an extended period of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_C4_Energy_Have_Artificial_Sweeteners\"><\/span>Does C4 Energy Have Artificial Sweeteners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>C4 Energy does have artificial sweeteners, namely Sucralose and Acesulfame Potassium.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both sucralose and acesulfame potassium are zero-calorie sweeteners, which shouldn&rsquo;t greatly affect the overall nutritional content of the drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While we still don&rsquo;t know everything about artificial sweeteners, the&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/food-additives-petitions\/additional-information-about-high-intensity-sweeteners-permitted-use-food-united-states\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a> has approved them for general use, so as long as you have C4 in moderation as you should, you&rsquo;re unlikely to suffer ill-effects from sweeteners alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"C4_Energy_Drink_Vitamin_Content\"><\/span>C4 Energy Drink Vitamin Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>In terms of B Vitamins, C4 Energy seems to have less B-Vitamins than most other energy drinks, as it only contains Vitamin B3 and Vitamin B12.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&rsquo;s a short table of everything you need to know about the B-Vitamins in C4 Energy. While I&rsquo;m at it, I&rsquo;ll also link a&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/vitamins\/vitamin-b\/\" target=\"_blank\">website<\/a>&nbsp;where you can find out more about B-Vitamins and their effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e7f5fe\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><br>Purpose<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Amount per 16 fl.oz Of C4 Energy<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Tolerable Upper Intake Level<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Vitamin B3 (Niacin)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Helps the body release energy, keeps skin healthy.<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">43mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">35mg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Vitamin B1<\/strong>2<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Release energy from food, forms red blood cells, keeps the nervous system healthy<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5.1&micro;g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">N\/A<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Table regarding the B-vitamins in C4 Energy Drink<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want a more in-depth analysis check out <a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/c4-energy-drink-review\/\">my review of C4 Energy Drink<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or you can check this video out for more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"C4 Energy Drink Product Review. Healthy Preworkout Energy Drink by Cellucor\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l4aT_lvoKTs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_C4_Energy_Drink_Can_I_Have_a_Day\"><\/span>How Much C4 Energy Drink Can I Have a Day?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#e7f5fe\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>C4 Energy (16 fl.oz)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Daily Max Limit<br>(Female\/Male)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Calories<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 calories<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2400 calories\/3000 calories<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sugar<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">25g \/ 36g<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>C<strong>affeine<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">200mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">400mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Side-by-side comparison between the nutritional value of C4 and the daily limit.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>I personally recommend that you have no more than one can of C4 Energy Drink per day due to the high amount of caffeine the drink contains.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As C4 is sugar-free, you don&rsquo;t really have to worry about the nutritional implications of having too much sugar in your system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you should still be mindful of the caffeine content. While you technically can have 2 cans of 16 fl.oz C4 Energy Drink, it will put you right on the 400mg daily limit, which isn&rsquo;t exactly healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>So my advice is, stick with one can, and only have two if absolutely necessary.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know more you can check out my article &ldquo;<a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/how-many-cans-of-c4-energy-can-you-drink-in-a-day\/\">How Many Cans Of C4 Energy Can You Drink In A Day?<\/a>&ldquo;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_C4_has_the_most_caffeine\"><\/span>Which C4 has the most caffeine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>C4 Extreme Energy has the most caffeine. C4 Extreme Energy is one of the C4 flavors that contains the most caffeine, with a serving size of one scoop (6.5 g) containing 150 mg of caffeine. This is significantly more caffeine than a standard cup of coffee.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is vital to remember that caffeine tolerance varies greatly from person to person, and that excessive caffeine use can result in unpleasant side effects such as jitters, anxiety, heart palpitations, and sleeplessness. Before ingesting any energy drink, read the label for caffeine level and consult with a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_C4_a_healthy_energy_drink\"><\/span>Is C4 a healthy energy drink?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>C4 is a healthy Energy drink. C4 energy drinks are marketed as a source of energy and focus, but like other energy drinks, they contain caffeine and other ingredients that can have potential negative effects on health if consumed in excess.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A single dose of C4 contains a considerable quantity of caffeine, as well as other components promoted to boost energy and focus such as taurine, vitamins, and amino acids. While some chemicals may have potential advantages, it is crucial to note that excessive use may result in undesirable side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_C4_a_good_pre-workout\"><\/span>Is C4 a good pre-workout?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>C4 is a popular pre-workout supplement known for its blend of ingredients designed to enhance energy, focus, and exercise performance. Many users find C4 to be effective in providing a noticeable energy boost and improving their workout experience.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the effectiveness of C4 as a pre-workout can vary among individuals, and some may be more sensitive to the stimulants or other components in the formula. It&rsquo;s essential to consider individual tolerance to caffeine and other ingredients and to follow the recommended dosage guidelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_C4_Energy_last\"><\/span>How long does C4 Energy last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>People who drink C4 Energy can expect to feel the effects for about 1 to 3 hours after consumption. The duration of the effects of C4 Energy can vary depending on individual factors such as tolerance to stimulants and body composition.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The peak effects are typically experienced within the first hour after taking C4 Energy, providing a noticeable boost in energy, focus, and exercise performance. As with any pre-workout supplement, it&rsquo;s essential to be mindful of individual responses and not to exceed the recommended dosage to avoid potential side effects or adverse reactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Alternatives_to_C4_Energy_Drink\"><\/span>Alternatives to C4 Energy Drink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If C4 Energy Drink doesn&rsquo;t tickle your fancy, you can check these other energy drinks out:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/how-many-cans-of-monster-can-you-drink-in-a-day\/\">Monster<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/red-bull-energy-drink-review\/\">Redbull<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/celsius-energy-drink-nutrition-facts\/\">Celsius<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/how-many-cans-of-bang-can-you-drink-in-a-day\/\" target=\"_blank\">Bang<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/coca-cola-energy-drink-full-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">Coca-Cola Energy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/nutrition-facts-of-game-fuel\/\" target=\"_blank\">Game Fuel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/nos-energy-drink-ultimate-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">NOS<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/amp-energy-drink-nutrition-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\">AMP<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span>Final Thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Overall, <strong>I like the taste of C4 energy drink and it gives me quite a nice boost for my workouts<\/strong>. On top of that, it suits my sugar-free diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I think C4 energy drink is more like a pre-workout than an energy drink you enjoy casually. Again, it&rsquo;s my personal opinion, it is perfectly fine if you want to drink it casually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A can of C4 can give you all the boost you might need in a day. Its high amount of caffeine can also drive away your afternoon slump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just one thing to remember, don&rsquo;t drink a can of C4 energy drink if you are sensitive to caffeine. Other than that, you&rsquo;re good to grab a can of C4!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles\"><\/span>Related Articles<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/does-c4-energy-drink-actually\/\" target=\"_blank\">Does C4 Energy Drink Actually Work? (Truth Revealed)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/reign-energy-drink-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">Reign Energy Drink Review (Straightforward)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/nos-energy-drink-ultimate-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">NOS Energy Drink Ultimate Review (Complete)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>C4 Energy&nbsp;is certainly an explosive, sugar-free energy drink, but what exactly goes into it? In brief, a 16 fl.oz can of C4 Energy Drink has no calories, 200mg of caffeine, and is sugar-free. It also contains B-Vitamins and its very own proprietary ingredient blend. For a more in-depth look, read on to find out everything &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":18701,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"disable-in-feed":false,"article-schema-type":"","disable-critical-css":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[35],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13832"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13832"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13832\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":570461,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13832\/revisions\/570461"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/18701"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13832"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13832"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/energydrinkhub.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13832"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}