Halls is a benchmark brand in refreshing candies of all kinds of flavors. Its fusion with caffeine have created a different version of this treat for all ages. Will Halls Energy be a good supplement for training?
The company advertises it as “a revolutionary concept with an innovative recipe.” The introduction of caffeine and theine, together with vitamin B6, helps reduce fatigue and tiredness (theoretically). Its main objective is that consumers feel more energetic after taking one of these candies. Will it be possible?
Halls Energy without sugar, but with sweeteners
Halls stands out for having all its candies without added sugar, thinking of those people who feel exhausted on a day-to-day basis. They were originally born as an alternative to coffee, tea and energy drinks, although we will have to analyze their ingredients to know if they are really worth it.
The ingredients that make up these candies are ” sweeteners (isomalt, sucralose), acidulant (citric acid), caramelized sugar, flavorings, 0.1% caffeine, vitamin B6. Excessive consumption can produce laxative effects .”
Those who are sensitive to the consumption of sweeteners or sugar substitutes should stay away from them if they do not want to suffer from bloating and other stomach problems. As for the contribution of vitamin B6, its levels are so insignificant for each unit that it would be better to take it in real foods rich in pyridoxine. And the caffeine levels are low, since they only provide 0.1% for every 100% of the product and we would need to take several to notice the increase in energy. This, logically, is not recommended due to the high intake of sweeteners that it would entail.
It is striking that the Halls Energy version with theine also contains caffeine, instead of the energy substance from tea. It only tastes like black tea, but it contains the same ingredients as cola.
The same caffeine as decaffeinated coffee
The truth is that caffeine only contains 0.1%, which coincides with the amount provided by decaffeinated coffee. Although many people believe that this type of coffee is free of the substance that keeps us energized, it is estimated that it still provides low levels (0.1-0.3%).
This leads us to believe that Halls Energy actually has such a negligible caffeine content that it cannot be considered a good energy supplement. So the main strategy of trying to make up for the lack of energy with a single candy is nefarious. It is best to drink natural beverages in their original version (coffee or tea) and maintain an adequate daily caffeine intake (not exceed 400 mg). In addition, energy drinks are also not advisable in the majority of the population, although their energy contribution is much greater than that of Halls candies.
Ultimately, save your money and invest in quality activators. Also, we will consume less amount of sweeteners, so we will maintain good intestinal health in the long term. We should only know that we will be consuming a caramel flavored with cola and iced tea.
