Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology
Abstract
[Objective ] This study aims to investigate the effect of the energy blending formula with caffeine as the major component on mood improvement.[Method ] A total of 240 participants were assigned into an experimental group and a control group,with 120 participants in each group.The experimental group consumed the drink containing energy blending formula with caffeine as the major component,and the control group consumed the same flavor drink without this energy blending formula.The Profile of Mood States (POMS ) scale was used to assess mood states.Participants completed the scale at four time points:before consumption and at 30,60,and 90 min post-consumption.[Result ] The experimental group exhibited a significant increase in vigor and a notable reduction in fatigue and tension at 30 min post-consumption,showing improved overall mood state (P<0.05).The depressive mood was reduced in the experimental group at 60 min post-consumption (P<0.05).[Conclusion ] The energy blending formula with caffeine as the major component significantly improves mood states,which provides theoretical basis for the development of functional beverage formulas.
Publication Date
9-15-2025
First Page
111
Last Page
117
DOI
10.12441/spyswjs.20250312002
Recommended Citation
WANG, Xiaorui; JIA, Mengzhen; YUAN, Tian; and LIU, Zhigang
(2025)
"Effect of Caffeine Energy Blending Formula on Mood,"
Journal of Food Science and Biotechnology: Vol. 44:
Iss.
9, Article 11.
DOI: 10.12441/spyswjs.20250312002
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https://spsw.spyswjs.cnjournals.com/journal/vol44/iss9/11
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