{"id":12126,"date":"2022-01-11T13:25:56","date_gmt":"2022-01-11T05:25:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/?p=12126"},"modified":"2022-01-11T13:25:58","modified_gmt":"2022-01-11T05:25:58","slug":"g-fuel-vs-coffee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/","title":{"rendered":"G-Fuel Vs Coffee (The Better Decision)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>G-Fuel is hardly one of its kind. It&#8217;s an energy drink marketed for gaming that promises to give you a boost, concentration, and the energy you need to fuel up your day and if you&#8217;ve seen previous articles about G-Fuel, you&#8217;ll know that they definitely deliver. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, coffee is a drink specifically fueled up with caffeine that&#8217;s consumed with the same goal: for fuelling and energizing. With two options that function mainly the same, which is the better option for energizing? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>Between the two, G-Fuel definitely contains a lot more caffeine ergo a lot more boost and concentration. Along with that, it offers nitrifying ingredients that can help the body&#8217;s function. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>So let&#8217;s dive into the details, continue reading. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_64 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-660dab80d93b9\" 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: #232323;color:#232323\" 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 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #232323;color:#232323\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-660dab80d93b9\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Ingredients_in_G-Fuel_Vs_Coffee\" title=\"Ingredients in G-Fuel Vs Coffee\">Ingredients in G-Fuel Vs Coffee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Calories\" title=\"Calories\">Calories<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Carbohydrates\" title=\"Carbohydrates\">Carbohydrates<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Sugar\" title=\"Sugar\">Sugar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Artificial_Sweeteners_Used\" title=\"Artificial Sweeteners Used\">Artificial Sweeteners Used<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Caffeine\" title=\"Caffeine\">Caffeine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Nutrition_facts_G-Fuel_Vs_Coffee\" title=\"Nutrition facts G-Fuel Vs Coffee\">Nutrition facts G-Fuel Vs Coffee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Vitamins\" title=\"Vitamins\">Vitamins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Minerals_and_Electrolytes\" title=\"Minerals and Electrolytes\">Minerals and Electrolytes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Amino_Acids\" title=\"Amino Acids\">Amino Acids<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Comparison_of_Flavors\" title=\"Comparison of Flavors\">Comparison of Flavors<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Flavors_of_Coffee\" title=\"Flavors of Coffee\">Flavors of Coffee<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Comparison_of_Price\" title=\"Comparison of Price \">Comparison of Price <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-vs-coffee\/#Related_Articles\" title=\"Related Articles:\">Related Articles:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_in_G-Fuel_Vs_Coffee\"><\/span>Ingredients in G-Fuel Vs Coffee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy drinks are fueled up with main ingredients including<strong> sugar, calories, carbohydrates, and caffeine<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Evidently, G-Fuel contains both calories and carbohydrates with higher caffeine content and a sugar replacement. Coffe on its own contains no calories, no carbohydrates, and no sugar as these are added in later on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let&#8217;s put them side by side to have an idea of a healthier drink according to your preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calories\"><\/span>Calories<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coffee has zero calories<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>G-Fuel <\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Coffee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">25 calories<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 calories<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Calorie comparison between G-Fuel and coffee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Calories are important in a way to provide you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/263028#:~:text=A%20calorie%20is%20a%20unit,reducing%20the%20intake%20of%20calories.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/263028#:~:text=A%20calorie%20is%20a%20unit,reducing%20the%20intake%20of%20calories.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">energy<\/a>, but they can cause<strong> weight gain <\/strong>too if taken up the excess and not burned properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now G-Fuel is a gaming drink purposed to give you <strong>energy<\/strong>, calories <strong>determine<\/strong> the energy you will be getting from a drink or food, if you can burn the calories you take up during gaming, you can easily opt for G-Fuel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/calores.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12465\" width=\"1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/calores.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/calores-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/calores-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption><em>You can gain extra weight if there&#8217;s no way of burning calories.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Otherwise, being lazy and still opting for a drink with this many <strong>calories can result<\/strong> in prominent weight gain, however, you can also opt for a cup of coffee, which has<strong> zero calories<\/strong> in it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee can help you give a<strong> boost mentally and physically a<\/strong>nd help you build up your endurance. It can provide you with the ultimate concentration and alertness that you may need while <strong>gaming<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let&#8217;s look into the carbohydrates content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Carbohydrates\"><\/span>Carbohydrates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coffee has zero carbohydrates in it.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> <strong>G-Fuel <\/strong> <\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Coffee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5 g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Comparison of carbs between G-Fuel and Coffee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Carbohydrates are yet <strong>another <\/strong>form of <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/4182-fat-and-calories#:~:text=Of%20these%20six%20nutrients%2C%20carbohydrates,protein%20yield%204%20calories%2Fgram.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/articles\/4182-fat-and-calories#:~:text=Of%20these%20six%20nutrients%2C%20carbohydrates,protein%20yield%204%20calories%2Fgram.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">calorie <\/a>that provides you energy but causes<strong> weight gain. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re an adult who loves gaming but you live an exceptionally<strong> active lifestyle<\/strong> apart from gaming, G-Fuel can be your best partner. Its calorie and carb content can help you fuel your day to the<strong> full extent. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Living an active lifestyle, or being a gym enthusiast can be hard and<strong> requires a lot of mental <\/strong>and physical strength, this way G-Fuel can be a tougher and better pick. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you tend to be on a<strong> weight-loss journey<\/strong> or on a<strong> strict calorie diet,<\/strong> you can easily opt for a cup of coffee, which will not only refresh your mood but makes you more <strong>concentrated <\/strong>and <strong>alert<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let&#8217;s dive into the sugar content of both drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar\"><\/span>Sugar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Both, G-Fuel and Coffee are sugar-free drinks.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> <strong>G-Fuel <\/strong> <\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Coffee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0 g<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Sugar comparison between both drinks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar has<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/healthblog.uofmhealth.org\/wellness-prevention\/are-unhealthy-sugars-hiding-your-favorite-foods#:~:text=No%20nutritional%20value,syrup%20%E2%80%94%20provide%20zero%20nutritional%20value.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/healthblog.uofmhealth.org\/wellness-prevention\/are-unhealthy-sugars-hiding-your-favorite-foods#:~:text=No%20nutritional%20value,syrup%20%E2%80%94%20provide%20zero%20nutritional%20value.\" target=\"_blank\"> <\/a>no <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/healthblog.uofmhealth.org\/wellness-prevention\/are-unhealthy-sugars-hiding-your-favorite-foods#:~:text=No%20nutritional%20value,syrup%20%E2%80%94%20provide%20zero%20nutritional%20value.\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/healthblog.uofmhealth.org\/wellness-prevention\/are-unhealthy-sugars-hiding-your-favorite-foods#:~:text=No%20nutritional%20value,syrup%20%E2%80%94%20provide%20zero%20nutritional%20value.\" target=\"_blank\">health<\/a> value and is only used by the means of <strong>adding sweetness<\/strong> to something as food and drink. Now a drink having sugar in it can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/blood-sugar-spike\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/blood-sugar-spike\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lead <\/a>to a sugar crash or spike in blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sugar-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12467\" width=\"1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sugar-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sugar-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/sugar-2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption><em>Sugar increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart diseases<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This <strong>sugar crash can affect your<\/strong> gaming ability and can make you feel tired and fatigued, the only way to avoid sugar is to consume it within the limits or go sugar-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talking about within the limits, <strong>the American Health Association has given a list of limits for specific ingredients, for sugar, it says the men should consume no more than 37g, for women it&#8217;s 25g, and for children, it&#8217;s 19g. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This limit is kept to avoid potential overdose which may lead to<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diabetes\/features\/how-sugar-affects-your-body\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">health effects <\/a><\/strong>such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Tooth decay<\/li><li>High blood pressure<\/li><li>Anxiety <\/li><li>Depression<\/li><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Type 2 Diabetes<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now the best part is both of the drinks are <strong>sugar-free w<\/strong>hich means you won&#8217;t be experiencing any sugar crashes or any of the health effects mentioned above. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now if we move on what will the drink especially G-Fuel taste like if it won&#8217;t be having<strong> any sugar<\/strong>, well I have your answer to that, this drink has artificial sweeteners to enhance the taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s look into the artificial sweeteners in a bit more detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Artificial_Sweeteners_Used\"><\/span>Artificial Sweeteners Used<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>G-Fuel uses two types of artificial sweeteners in its formulation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> <strong>G-Fuel <\/strong> <\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Coffee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sucralose<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Acesulfame-K<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Artificial sweeteners used by G-Fuel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Artificial sweeteners are sugar substitutes that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/artificial-sweeteners-blood-sugar-insulin#:~:text=However%2C%20the%20health%20implications%20of,alternatives%20to%20sugar%20for%20diabetics.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">don&#8217;t <\/a>spike <strong>blood sugar levels<\/strong> and they don&#8217;t even cause any <strong>sugar crashes.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two types of artificial sweeteners labeled by the FDA as <strong>Nutritive and Non-nutritive<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/scholar.google.com\/scholar?hl=en&amp;as_sdt=0%2C5&amp;q=safety+of+sucralose&amp;btnG=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sucralose <\/a>is a<strong> high-intensity,zero-calorie, non-nutritive <\/strong>sweetener, which is <strong>600 times<\/strong> sweeter than actual sugar so only a small portion of it is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acesulfame potassium is <strong>200 times sweeter<\/strong> than table sugar and is also calorie-free just like Sucralose. The good thing is both of these artificial sweeteners have been declared safe to be consumed for humans by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6722982\/#:~:text=The%20nutritive%20sweeteners%20currently%20approved,sorbitol%20and%20erythritol%20%5B32%5D.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FDA<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now if you&#8217;re someone who can&#8217;t adjust to the <strong>strong, bland, or nutty flavor of coffee<\/strong>, you can opt for G-Fuel in that case, which has artificial sweeteners to enhance its flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let&#8217;s look into the most important ingredient found in both drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caffeine\"><\/span>Caffeine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>G-Fuel has way more caffeine in comparison to coffee<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>G-Fuel<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Brewed Coffee<\/strong> (8 oz)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">150 mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">70 mg-140 mg<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Caffeine comparison between coffee and G-Fuel<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine is often <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au\/health\/healthyliving\/caffeine#:~:text=Caffeine%20is%20naturally%20found%20in,cough%20syrup%20and%20slimming%20tablets.\" target=\"_blank\">found <\/a>in plant sources like tea leaves, cocoa beans, and coffee naturally. But it is also included in energy drinks as they tend to claim<strong> increased brain activity<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/caffeine.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12468\" width=\"1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/caffeine.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/caffeine-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/caffeine-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption><em>Caffeine can be addictive<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Caffeine <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thebrain.mcgill.ca\/flash\/i\/i_03\/i_03_m\/i_03_m_par\/i_03_m_par_cafeine.html#:~:text=Caffeine%20acts%20as%20an%20adenosine,speeds%20up%20(see%20animation).\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/thebrain.mcgill.ca\/flash\/i\/i_03\/i_03_m\/i_03_m_par\/i_03_m_par_cafeine.html#:~:text=Caffeine%20acts%20as%20an%20adenosine,speeds%20up%20(see%20animation).\" target=\"_blank\">works <\/a><\/strong>by blocking off the adenosine receptors, which makes you feel sluggish and tired. However, it is important to stay within the limits and not to overdose on caffeine as it can cause <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/caffeine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">health side effects<\/a><strong> s<\/strong>uch as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Insomnia<\/li><li>Dehydration<\/li><li>Abnormal Heart Rhythm <\/li><li>Headache<\/li><li>Lack of concentration<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now to avoid these side effects the <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a>, says a healthy individual can <strong>have no more than 400mg of caffeine daily.<\/strong>  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you look at G-Fuel, it has about<strong> 150mg<\/strong> of caffeine in a single serving, which is a great amount to give you a boost mentally and physically and the good thing is you can even have two serving of this drink a day and still stay within the advised limits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>In terms of coffee, if we talk about the most common coffee that is made in Us or Europe is the Brewed<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/how-much-caffeine-in-coffee#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/how-much-caffeine-in-coffee#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3\" target=\"_blank\"> coffee<\/a>, it is made by pouring hot water onto the ground coffee beans. This one cup of brewed coffee <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/how-much-caffeine-in-coffee#TOC_TITLE_HDR_3\" target=\"_blank\">contains <\/a>about 70-45mg of caffeine or about 95mg on average. <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>This amount of coffee in terms is not a bad option to give you a boost and improve your concentration, if you&#8217;re not looking for other nutrition sides, you can have a brewed coffee as your best pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But in my opinion, morning coffee is perfectly fine to fuel your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Nutrition_facts_G-Fuel_Vs_Coffee\"><\/span>Nutrition facts G-Fuel Vs Coffee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we have compared the main ingredients between G-Fuel and Coffee let&#8217;s look if they serve any nutrition or not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The nutritional elements that many energy drinks are composed of are <strong>vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, and amino acids<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Vitamins\"><\/span>Vitamins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>G-Fuel<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Coffee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Niacin<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Niacin<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Riboflavin<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B6<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin B12<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin E<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Vitamin C<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Vitamin comparison between G-Fuel and Coffee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Vitamins are essential <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/vitamins\/#:~:text=Vitamins%20and%20minerals%20are%20micronutrients,fat%20soluble%20or%20water%20soluble.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">macronutrients <\/a>needed for the body to function properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>G-Fuel is rich in vitamins and contains some of the <strong>B vitamins <\/strong>too. The B vitamins play an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4290102\/#:~:text=Conclusion,is%20stronger%20in%20AD%20patients.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">important <\/a>role in maintaining the health and functions of the body, they have a direct impact on your <strong>cell metabolism and brain function.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/vitamins.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12469\" width=\"1250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/vitamins.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/vitamins-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/vitamins-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><figcaption><em>Vitamins help cover the deficiency<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While the extra Vitamin as E and C <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/318168#:~:text=Vitamin%20E%20supplements%20may%20prevent,is%20not%20right%20for%20everyone.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">prevent <\/a>coronary heart function, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/diet\/features\/the-benefits-of-vitamin-c#:~:text=Vitamin%20C%2C%20also%20known%20as,cartilage%2C%20bones%2C%20and%20teeth.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">support <\/a>the immune system, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/all-about-vitamin-e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">help <\/a>in the growth, development, and repair of body tissues, respectively. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whereas coffee only contains <strong>2 types of B<\/strong> vitamins in it, so if your diet is not rich in vitamins you can opt for extra nutrition through G-Fuel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s look into the minerals and electrolytes content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minerals_and_Electrolytes\"><\/span>Minerals and Electrolytes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>G-Fuel<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Coffee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sodium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Magnesium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Potassium<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Minerals and electrolytes in Coffee and G-Fuel <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Minerals and electrolytes are <a href=\"https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/definitions\/mineralsdefinitions.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">necessary <\/a>to <strong>replenish the lost electrolytes<\/strong> due to sitting at the same place and gaming for hours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now energy drinks have a great inclusion of these but here <strong>G-Fuel has only one<\/strong> element which acts like a mineral and electrolyte both. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/hyponatremia\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20373711#:~:text=Sodium%20plays%20a%20key%20role,liter%20(mEq%2FL).\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sodium <\/a>helps keep the water and fluids balanced in the body. <strong>It is important to keep the muscles and nerves working. It activates the thirst mechanism which makes you drink more water that keeps you hydrated.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, coffee takes the lead by being the drink with the inclusion of magnesium and potassium. Magnesium is <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/expert-answers\/magnesium-supplements\/faq-20466270#:~:text=Magnesium%20plays%20many%20crucial%20roles,type%202%20diabetes%20and%20osteoporosis.\" target=\"_blank\">required <\/a>for functions such as <strong>energy production<\/strong> or <strong>glycolysis<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are more reasons why you should have magnesium added to your diet:<\/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=\"The Benefits of Magnesium \u2013 Dr. Berg\ufeff on Magnesium Deficiency\" width=\"925\" height=\"520\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1ujevUNrlSM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption><em>Check out this video to know more about the deficiency of magnesium<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Whereas <strong>Potassium <\/strong>is a type of electrolyte that helps your nerves to function and muscle to contract. Although sodium is beneficial on its own, both these ingredients have important roles on their own that you might want to consider in choosing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let&#8217;s look into the amino acid content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Amino_Acids\"><\/span>Amino Acids<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>G-Fuel<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Coffee<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>(The Energy Complex)<\/strong><br>Taurine<br>L-Citrulline Malate<br>Glucuronolactone<br>N-Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCI<br>Velvet Bean Seed Extract<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> <strong>(The Energy Complex)<\/strong> <br>Glutamine Acid<br>Glycine<br>Aspartic Acid<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>(The Focus Complex)<\/strong><br>L-Tyrosine<br>N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine<br>Adenosine-5-Triphosphate Disodium Salt<br>Toothed Clubmoss<br>Aerial Parts Extract<br>Bacopa Leaf Extract<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption>Amino acids comparison between G-Fuel and coffee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Amino acids are <a href=\"https:\/\/driphydration.com\/blog\/what-are-amino-acids-and-why-do-you-need-them\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">important <\/a>to detoxify the body. Here, G-Fuel has its amino acids divided into <strong>two fractions<\/strong>, one is energy complex and the other is focus complex. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whereas coffee only has an energy complex with <strong>3 amino acids<\/strong> in it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The energy complex of <strong>G-Fuel <\/strong>consists of Taurine, L-Citrulline Malate, Glucuronolactone, Velvet Bean Seed Extract these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-1024\/taurine#:~:text=Taurine%20has%20important%20functions%20in,heart%20failure%20from%20becoming%20worse.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">help <\/a>to support nerve growth, lower cholesterol do and reduce body fight. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>focus complex<\/strong> tends to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.webmd.com\/vitamins\/ai\/ingredientmono-1024\/taurine#:~:text=Taurine%20has%20important%20functions%20in,heart%20failure%20from%20becoming%20worse.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">provide <\/a>you with <strong>ultimate focus, concentration, and alertness <\/strong>throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparison_of_Flavors\"><\/span>Comparison of Flavors<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Flavors are something that makes people attract, they should be sweet, sour, mint, or bland. It should be something that should refresh your mood and mind at once. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now in terms of flavors, <strong>G-Fuel has a pretty wide<\/strong> range of flavors that you can choose from here are some top flavors that I&#8217;m going to mention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>G Fuel PewDiePie<\/li><li>G Fuel Sour Blue Chug Rug<\/li><li>G Fuel Hype Sauce<\/li><li>G Fuel FaZeberry<\/li><li>G Fuel Tropical Rain<\/li><li>G Fuel Blue Ice<\/li><li>G Fuel Ragin\u2019 Gummy Fish<\/li><li>G Fuel Snow Cone<\/li><li>G Fuel Bahama Mama<\/li><li>G Fuel Strawberry Banana<\/li><li>G Fuel Watermelon<\/li><li>G Fuel Rainbow Sherbet<\/li><li>G Fuel Strawberry Shortcake<\/li><li>G Fuel Battle Juice<\/li><li>G Fuel Sonic\u2019s Peach Rings<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flavors_of_Coffee\"><\/span><strong>Flavors of Coffee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you can consume coffee in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medindia.net\/patients\/patientinfo\/coffee-types-varieties.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anything<\/a>, it is widely used around the world mostly in <strong>espresso or cappuccino<\/strong>, but ill mention some other ones below just for you to have an idea of how you can consume coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>White Coffee<\/li><li>Cafe Latte<\/li><li>Cafe au Lait<\/li><li>Cafe Breva<\/li><li>Cafe Macchiato <\/li><li>Cafe Mocha<\/li><li>Black Coffee<\/li><li>Brewed coffee<\/li><li>Dry Cappuccino<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides these, coffee is a versatile drink that can be turned customized in a multitude of ways. You can easily use coffee with milk, honey, or brandy to have your own flavor. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Comparison_of_Price\"><\/span>Comparison of Price <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of pricing, you can have G-Fuel in tubs which can give you around<strong> 40 servings for $35.99<\/strong>, this means one serving can cost you around<strong> $.89.<\/strong> At this rate, G-Fuel can be cheap with all those nutrition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In terms of coffee, it can range from<strong> $5 to $50,<\/strong> depends wherever you buy it from and the brand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out this <a href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/does-g-fuel-actually-work-undeniable-truth\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4714\">article <\/a>for a deeper discussion on G-Fuel.<\/p>\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>G-Fuel is itself a great energy drink for gamers, it gives you a good amount of boost that can help you concentrate. It has more nutrients than coffee and if you don&#8217;t have a diet rich in vitamins and minerals this is your pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, if you want to go<strong> calorie-free, carbohydrates-free, and sugar-free<\/strong>, with a small amount of caffeine you can opt for a coffee. Brewed coffee is the most common way US citizens and Europeans prefer coffee. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has around <strong>95mg<\/strong> of caffeine per serving which is an adequate amount if you&#8217;re looking for something with fewer withdrawal side effects for later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having said that keep in mind, that coffee can be added to multiple substances such as milk, honey, brandy and this can change the number of calories and carbohydrates you would be gaining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this, if you have a diet rich in minerals and vitamins, then coffee can be your perfect partner to fuel up your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles\"><\/span><strong>Related Articles:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/mixt-vs-g-fuel\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"11810\">G-Fuel vs Mixt Energy<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/g-fuel-review\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"4422\">G Fuel Review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/energypowderworld.com\/best-energy-drink-powders-for-an-all-nighter\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"9294\">Best Energy Drinks For An All-Nighter<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>G-Fuel is hardly one of its kind. 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