Dosage Lookup

Caffeine

3.4

Moderate

consensus

Consensus Protocol

Dosage

  • Individual tolerance varies
  • delay intake 90-120 minutes after waking (Huberman)

Form

Coffee, tea, or caffeine supplements

Timing

  • Delay 90-120 minutes after waking
  • avoid after early afternoon to protect sleep

Expert Positions

Andrew Huberman
Andrew Huberman
Recommends
Peter Attia
Peter Attia
Recommends
Rhonda Patrick
Rhonda Patrick
Recommends
Bryan Johnson
Bryan Johnson
Mixed / Cautious
Mark Hyman
Mark Hyman
Mixed / Cautious

What Each Expert Says

Andrew Huberman
Andrew Huberman
Recommends

Views caffeine as a useful stimulant for focus and alertness that works by blocking adenosine receptors. Strongly recommends delaying caffeine intake 90-120 minutes after waking to prevent afternoon energy crashes. Discusses its dual role in headache management.

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