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Andrew Huberman

04/03/25

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Caffeine can effectively enhance fat burning during exercise at dosages up to 400 milligrams, which is roughly equivalent to two cups of coffee.

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Lose Fat With Science-Based Tools | Huberman Lab Essentials

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Lose Fat With Science-Based Tools | Huberman Lab Essentials

04/03/25

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Andrew Huberman

04/03/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Ingesting caffeine 30 to 40 minutes before exercise can improve fat oxidation and help burn more body fat during workouts.

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Andrew Huberman

03/27/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Caffeine can improve motivation and performance in training sessions, but should be taken before training to avoid compromising sleep.

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Andrew Huberman

04/03/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Fasted exercise can enhance fat oxidation, especially after about 90 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise, where the body shifts from burning glycogen to body fat.

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Andrew Huberman

04/03/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Certain compounds can enhance fat oxidation and mobilization, which is beneficial for accelerating fat loss, particularly those that increase epinephrine release.

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Matthew Walker

04/17/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Caffeine can enhance metabolic activity in the brain, which may lead to an earlier onset of sleepiness later in the day.

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Dr. Gary Steinberg

05/20/24

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Caffeine consumption in moderation is generally safe and may have health benefits, but excessive intake can lead to increased blood pressure.

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Andrew Huberman

05/28/25

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Caffeine can be beneficial, but overconsumption can lead to dependence and potentially drift into other stimulants, which can be problematic.

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Matthew Walker

04/17/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Caffeine should be consumed with caution; it's best to limit intake to about three cups a day and avoid it 10 to 12 hours before bedtime, depending on individual sensitivity.

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Andrew Huberman

04/03/25

@ Andrew Huberman

High-intensity movements followed by lower-intensity exercise can be effective for fat loss, especially when performed in a fasted state.