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Why not use caffeine pills? You get the caffeine jolt without the calories. Plus, they are far cheaper than buying drinks.


Coffee has longevity and health benefits that are not due to caffeine alone. It has so many antioxidants you can count it as a serving of vegetables.

I tried caffeine pills in my misguided youth. They feel different, and one time I forgot I had already taken it and took a second—the resulting heart palpitations were some seriously scary stuff.


Heart palpitations AND tummy rot.


A black coffee is 2-3 calories and, when brewed properly, doesn't need anything added to be enjoyable.




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