Scitec Green Coffee

☕ 1000mg of green coffee bean extract — 50% chlorogenic acid standardisation

Each 2-capsule daily dose provides 1000mg of Coffea robusta green coffee bean extract standardised to 500mg of chlorogenic acid — a 50% standardisation that is among the highest concentrations available in commercial green coffee extract supplements. Chlorogenic acids are the primary polyphenolic bioactives of the unprocessed coffee bean, present in concentrations 5 to 10 times higher in green (unroasted) coffee than in roasted coffee at equivalent weights. The standardisation to 500mg chlorogenic acid per dose ensures consistent biological potency from capsule to capsule and batch to batch.

🔬 Chlorogenic acid — the bioactive of unroasted coffee

Chlorogenic acids (primarily 5-caffeoylquinic acid and its isomers) are phenolic ester compounds formed from caffeic acid and quinic acid in the coffee plant. They are the primary antioxidant polyphenols in the coffee bean before roasting — a process that degrades 50 to 95% of the chlorogenic acid content, transforming it into the aromatic quinones and melanoidins that characterise roasted coffee’s flavour but eliminate its chlorogenic acid profile. Green coffee extract retains this polyphenol profile intact. Chlorogenic acids have been studied in human research for their effects on carbohydrate absorption, glucose metabolism and metabolic rate in the context of weight management approaches.

⚗️ Chromium 12µg (30% NRV) — blood glucose regulation

Chromium is included at 12µg per daily dose — providing 30% of the EU NRV and contributing to the EU-authorised health claim: chromium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood glucose levels. Chromium functions as a cofactor for insulin signalling, enhancing the sensitivity and activity of insulin receptors in peripheral tissues. The inclusion of chromium alongside green coffee extract creates a dual approach to carbohydrate metabolism support — chlorogenic acids from the green coffee component and chromium’s insulin-sensitising mechanism addressing complementary aspects of normal blood glucose maintenance.

⚡ 50mg natural caffeine — from Coffea robusta

The 50mg of caffeine per daily dose comes naturally from the Coffea robusta extract — not added as a separate ingredient. Caffeine carries EU-authorised health claims for contributing to increased alertness and improved concentration. At 50mg per daily dose (25mg per individual capsule), this is a moderate, controlled caffeine contribution — significantly below the high-stimulant threshold of dedicated pre-workouts or energy drinks — providing a mild alertness benefit without the disruption risk of high-dose caffeine supplementation.

🎯 Goal guide

🔥 Weight management / cutting: 2×1 capsule/day alongside a caloric deficit diet and regular training. Chlorogenic acid and chromium as metabolic support tools within a comprehensive weight management approach.

⚖️ Blood glucose and carbohydrate management: 2×1 capsule/day. Chromium (EU-authorised claim for normal blood glucose maintenance) + chlorogenic acid for carbohydrate metabolism support.

🌿 Daily polyphenol and antioxidant support: 2×1 capsule/day. 500mg of chlorogenic acid as a daily phenolic antioxidant supplement.

Serving suggestion

Take 2×1 capsule per day — 1 capsule in the morning and 1 capsule in the middle of the day — with a large glass of water. Do not consume before sleep — the product contains caffeine. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose of 2 capsules.

Best times to take it

🌅 1 capsule in the morning — with or before breakfast

The morning dose provides the first chlorogenic acid and caffeine contribution of the day — the 25mg of caffeine per capsule provides a mild morning alertness stimulus at a level that complements rather than replaces a morning coffee. Taking with breakfast aligns the chlorogenic acid availability with the first carbohydrate-containing meal of the day.

☀️ 1 capsule at midday — with or before lunch

The second capsule taken with or before the midday meal provides a second chlorogenic acid dose during the day’s highest carbohydrate exposure period. The 25mg caffeine from the midday capsule is unlikely to interfere with evening sleep when taken at lunch.

🚫 Not before sleep — caffeine content mandatory warning

The product must not be taken before sleep. The 25 to 50mg of caffeine per capsule or daily dose is sufficient to delay sleep onset and reduce sleep quality in caffeine-sensitive individuals. The before-sleep restriction is a mandatory declaration from the Scitec label.

Supply duration guide

Full ingredient list

Green coffee bean extract (Coffea robusta) 66%, bulking agent (calcium phosphates), capsule shell (gelatin), anti-caking agents (magnesium salts of fatty acids, silicon dioxide), chromium (III) chloride.

Key ingredient breakdown

Allergens

No allergens declared in the formula. Produced in a facility processing milk, egg, gluten, soy, peanuts, nuts, celery, fish, crustaceans, molluscs and sulphur dioxide — cross-contamination risk. The capsule shell contains gelatin — not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. Always refer to the current product label for the most up-to-date allergen information.

Product characteristics:

• 1000mg green coffee bean extract (Coffea robusta) per daily dose
• 500mg chlorogenic acid per daily dose (50% standardisation)
• 50mg natural caffeine per daily dose
• 12µg chromium (30% NRV) per daily dose

Active ingredient content per daily dose (2 capsules)

Per single capsule (1×/day if splitting)

Caffeine comparison — Green Coffee in context

Formats disponibles

Q1 — What is chlorogenic acid and why is it the key bioactive of green coffee?

Chlorogenic acid (primarily 5-caffeoylquinic acid) is a phenolic ester compound formed from caffeic acid and quinic acid in the coffee plant. It is the primary antioxidant polyphenol in the coffee bean — present in very high concentrations in the green (unroasted) bean but largely destroyed during the roasting process. Standard roasted coffee provides 50 to 300mg of chlorogenic acid per cup depending on roast level and brewing method; the same weight of green coffee extract provides 5 to 10 times more. Chlorogenic acid has been the subject of clinical research in the context of carbohydrate absorption (it may inhibit alpha-glucosidase and glucose-6-phosphatase enzymes involved in intestinal glucose absorption), blood glucose regulation and metabolic rate. Scitec Green Coffee provides 500mg of chlorogenic acid per daily dose — far above what any conventional coffee consumption achieves.

Q2 — Why is Coffea robusta used rather than Coffea arabica?

The choice of Coffea robusta is a deliberate formulation decision based on the species’ superior content of both chlorogenic acids and caffeine compared to arabica. Robusta naturally contains approximately 7 to 10% chlorogenic acid by dry weight, compared to 5 to 7% for arabica. Robusta also contains approximately 2 to 2.7% caffeine versus 1 to 1.5% for arabica — making it a more potent source of both bioactives per gram of extract. For a supplement designed to deliver maximum chlorogenic acid and a consistent natural caffeine contribution from a single plant source, robusta is the superior species choice. The less appealing flavour profile of robusta in conventional coffee (which is why arabica dominates the specialty coffee market) is irrelevant in a capsule supplement context where the extract is swallowed rather than tasted.

Q3 — How does the 50mg daily caffeine in Green Coffee compare to other caffeinated products in the catalogue?

At 50mg per daily dose (25mg per capsule), the caffeine in Scitec Green Coffee is modest compared to dedicated caffeinated sports nutrition products. The Iced Coffee variant of Scitec 100% Whey Protein Professional provides 80mg per serving. Nutrend Carnitine Activity Drink with Caffeine provides 40mg per bottle. Monster Ultra Energy Drink provides 150 to 160mg per 500ml can. Green Coffee’s 50mg total daily caffeine — spread as 25mg at morning and 25mg at midday — is a mild, distributed stimulant contribution rather than an acute high-dose caffeine stimulus. For athletes who are already consuming caffeinated products (pre-workouts, energy drinks, coffee), the 50mg from Green Coffee adds a small but manageable increment to the total daily caffeine load.

Q4 — Why must Green Coffee not be taken before sleep?

The 50mg of caffeine per daily dose — and particularly the 25mg from the second capsule if taken late in the day — is sufficient to delay sleep onset and reduce sleep quality in caffeine-sensitive individuals. Caffeine has a half-life of approximately 5 to 6 hours in most adults, meaning 25mg consumed at 6pm retains approximately 12 to 13mg in circulation at midnight. For individuals with caffeine sensitivity or those who aim to optimise their sleep quality for athletic recovery, this residual caffeine is a meaningful sleep disruptor. Scitec’s instruction — do not consume before sleep — is a mandatory safety declaration. The midday (not afternoon/evening) timing for the second capsule minimises caffeine’s sleep impact while maintaining the daily supplementation protocol.

Q5 — Can Scitec Green Coffee be combined with other supplements in a weight management stack?

Yes. Scitec Green Coffee is compatible with protein supplements, amino acids, creatine, vitamins and minerals. The most relevant cross-category consideration is caffeine stacking: if an athlete is already consuming high-dose caffeinated pre-workouts (e.g. GSN Xtreme Fury at 310mg caffeine), the additional 50mg from Green Coffee contributes to the daily total but remains well within the EFSA safe limit of 400mg. For cardiovascular and hypertension contraindications — which are caffeine-related — avoid combining with any other caffeinated product without medical guidance. Green Coffee pairs naturally with Scitec CLA (complementary body composition mechanisms) and Scitec Calcium-Magnesium (daily micronutrient support within a weight management approach).