- Sustained Release Caffeine with Xtenergy
- Mental Alertness*
- 30 mg of CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) (Ubiquinone)
- With B Vitamins
NOW® Sports Sustained Energy is formulated to supply the nutrients you need to promote sustained energy production and mental alertness.* With a complement of B vitamins and other cofactors such as chromium, magnesium malate, and carnitine, Sustained Energy delivers what your cells need most to drive energy production.* This product also has tyrosine and iodine to support optimal thyroid function, plus a blend of immediate and sustained release caffeine to get you going and keep you going.*
This product has approx. 120 mg of immediate and sustained release caffeine per serving (equivalent to about 1 1/4 cups of coffee).
Study on How Long Caffeine Stays in the Blood and How Much is Absorbed Over Time
Randomized, double-blind, single-dose, active-controlled, crossover; 26 healthy males (aged 26 – 38).
Results: Sustained-Release Caffeine (SRC) form Xtenergy formulations shows better effect on mood and alertness from 4 to 12 hours after taking it,* Reduces jitteriness for up to 8 hours and decreases tiredness later on.* Xtenergy is more effective for relaxation and overall mood after the initial 1-2 hours.* There is no safety issues or side effects reported for Xtenergy formulations and they stay in the body longer than immediate-release caffeine (IRC).*
Reference
Morde A, Sudhakar K, Rambabu M, Shankar A, Rai D, Pawar K, Acharya M, Bakan M, Nalawade P, Nayakwadi R, Padigaru M. Pharmacokinetic profile of a novel sustained-release caffeine with extended benefits on alertness and mood: A randomized, double-blind, single-dose, active-controlled, crossover study. Current Research in Behavioral Sciences 2 (2021) 100036.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Veg Capsules
Servings Per Container: 45
Thiamin (Vitamin B-1) (from Thiamin HCl) 10 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B-2) 10 mg
Niacin (Vitamin B-3) (as Niacinamide) 20 mg
Vitamin B-6 (from Pyridoxine HCl) 10 mg
Folate 680 mcg DFE (400 mcg folic acid)
Vitamin B-12 (as Methylcobalamin) 1,000 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (from Calcium Pantothenate) 20 mg
Iodine (from Potassium Iodide) 150 mcg
Magnesium (from Magnesium Malate) 15 mg
Chromium (from Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) (Albion™) 200 mcg
Total Caffeine (from Green Coffee Beans) (Coffea spp.) (from 100 mg Xtenergy™ Sustained Release Caffeine Complex and 60 mg Caffeine Powder) 120 mg
Taurine (Free-Form) 250 mg
L-Tyrosine (Free-Form) 250 mg
L-Carnitine (Carnipure®) 250 mg
L-Citrulline (Free-Form) 100 mg
CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10) (Ubiquinone) 30 mg
Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), Stearic Acid (vegetable source), Silicon Dioxide, Maltodextrin (non-GMO), Microcrystalline Cellulose, Pharmaceutical Glaze and Hypromellose.
Suggested Use: Take 2 capsules daily with 8-12 oz. of water, preferably with a meal. Do not exceed recommended dose. Store in a cool, dry, dark place after opening.
Caution: For adults only. Do not exceed recommended dose. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Discontinue use if nervousness, sleeplessness or nausea occur. Keep out of reach of children.
Albion™ is a trademark of Balchem Corporation or its subsidiaries.
Carnipure® is a Lonza trademark.
Xtenergy™ is a trademark of OmniActive Health Technologies Ltd.