Is This Study on GOLI's Caffeine + B12 Legit or Just Hype?
So I just read this new study (PMID: 12345678) about caffeine and B12, the exact combo in GOLI's energy gummies. They claim it boosts focus and energy better than coffee alone. But the study was funded by a supplement company (not GOLI, but still). Seems too good to be true, right? I mean, I've tried them and they do give me a cleaner buzz, but is it real science or marketing fluff? What do you guys think?
lol XenonX82, I'm a CrossFit junkie and I pop those like candy before WODs. Honestly, I don't care about the study lol. The placebo effect is real, but if I feel stronger, that's all that matters. But to answer your question, I'd be suspicious of any study funded by a supplement company. Like, where's the independent research? I'd take it with a grain of salt.
I'm a nature photographer, so I'm all about natural energy. I've used GOLI's energy gummies on early morning shoots and they do help, but maybe it's just the ritual of eating something sweet. As for the study, I think there's some merit, but the funding is definitely a red flag. Have you looked at the methodology? Maybe it's a meta-analysis. Also, did they use a standard dose or high? I'd be curious to see if there's any conflict of interest.
OasisOliver817 brings up a good point about the dose. I also read that caffeine can have different effects depending on your genetics. I'm a slow metabolizer, so I get jittery easily. But GOLI's has 100mg, which is lower than my usual pre-workout, so it's fine. I'd say if you feel good, keep taking them. But do your own research, don't just trust a paid study.