Not Just Coffee: These Foods Pack a Caffeine Punch

Did you know that it isn't just coffee that contains caffeine, these other foods and drinks have a surprising amount of caffeine in them.

While coffee and energy drinks are well known for their caffeine content, other foods also offer a substantial energy boost. For many, a cup of coffee is a morning ritual that improves their alertness and performance, thanks to the caffeine content in coffee beans. However, caffeine is also found in a number of different sources, such as black and green tea, cola, Pepsi, and even dark chocolate.

According to a report from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) here is a list of foods that are rich in caffeine, including some that you might not have known:

Espresso: A favorite worldwide, espresso contains 110 mg of caffeine per 100 ml, making it more potent than most foods. However, the serving size is small, with just about 70 ml per cup compared to 250 ml for a regular coffee cup.

Dark Chocolate: Surprisingly, dark chocolate ranks second in caffeine content, with 88 mg per 100 grams. In comparison, milk chocolate has only 15 mg. It's a tasty alternative to coffee, though it's high in calories.

Filter Coffee: Regular coffee has about 40 mg of caffeine per 100 ml. This amount is generally sufficient to start your day awake. However, individual tolerance to caffeine can vary, and some people may need more coffee to feel energized.

Black Tea: For those who prefer tea over coffee, black tea provides 20 mg of caffeine per 100 ml. Steeping the tea for longer than five minutes can increase the caffeine content to about 30 mg.

Energy Drinks: These drinks have caffeine levels comparable to strong black coffee, with about 31 mg per 100 ml. However, they often contain high amounts of sugar and additives, so opting for tea or coffee might be healthier.

Mountain Dew: This popular soft drink in the U.S. contains about 15 mg of caffeine per 100 ml, making it one of the more caffeinated sodas available.

Snapple Tea: Known for its variety of flavors, Snapple Tea contains approximately 8 mg of caffeine per 100 ml, offering a mild caffeine kick in a refreshing drink.

Coca-Cola and Pepsi: These soft drinks contain about 8 mg of caffeine per 100 ml, making them the lowest on the caffeine scale.