{"id":19049,"date":"2021-11-08T21:41:13","date_gmt":"2021-11-08T13:41:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/?p=19049"},"modified":"2021-11-08T21:41:15","modified_gmt":"2021-11-08T13:41:15","slug":"is-lit-energy-gluten-free","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/","title":{"rendered":"Is LIT Energy Gluten-Free? (Answered)"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:75.04%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:75.04%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:60%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:55.583333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Energy drink companies are constantly evolving, thus changing and improving their brand formulas. Some are going <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/the-best-sugar-free-energy-drinks\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/the-best-sugar-free-energy-drinks\/\" target=\"_blank\">sugar-free<\/a>, calorie-free, and lowering caffeine content to appeal to a wider audience and cater to many lifestyles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/can-you-drink-lit-energy-everyday\/\" target=\"_blank\">LIT Energy<\/a> is becoming more and more popular worldwide. Most of LIT Energy&rsquo;s ingredients are derived from plants while some are lab-synthesized, vegan-friendly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, if it&rsquo;s vegan-friendly, does it also mean it is gluten-free? The good news is <strong>yes, LIT is gluten-free!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join me as I take a closer look at each ingredient inside the popular drink and what makes it truly gluten-free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here we go!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662a9fe06806c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" 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href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Caffeine_in_LIT\" title=\"Caffeine in LIT\">Caffeine in LIT<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Sugar_Content_in_LIT\" title=\"Sugar Content in LIT\">Sugar Content in LIT<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Calorie_in_LIT_Energy\" title=\"Calorie in LIT Energy\">Calorie in LIT Energy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#LIT_Energy_Drink_Nutrition_Facts\" title=\"LIT Energy Drink Nutrition Facts\">LIT Energy Drink Nutrition Facts<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Is_LIT_Energy_Gluten-Free\" title=\"Is LIT Energy Gluten-Free?\">Is LIT Energy Gluten-Free?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Is_LIT_Energy_a_Pre-Workout_Drink\" title=\"Is LIT Energy a Pre-Workout Drink?\">Is LIT Energy a Pre-Workout Drink?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Can_LIT_Energy_Help_You_Lose_Weight\" title=\"Can LIT Energy Help You Lose Weight?\">Can LIT Energy Help You Lose Weight?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Side_Effects_of_LIT_Energy\" title=\"Side Effects of LIT Energy\">Side Effects of LIT Energy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#LIT_Energy_Drink_Alternatives\" title=\"LIT Energy Drink Alternatives\">LIT Energy Drink Alternatives<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Other_Notable_Mentions\" title=\"Other Notable Mentions:\">Other Notable Mentions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Final_Thoughts\" title=\"Final Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-gluten-free\/#Related_Articles\" title=\"Related Articles\">Related Articles<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LIT_Energy_Ingredients\"><\/span><strong>LIT Energy Ingredients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-drink-vegan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LIT<\/a> contains various ingredients that work together to give its consumer a refreshing feel. The following are LIT&rsquo;s ingredients as indicated at the back of its can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1.jpeg\" alt=\"LIT Ingredients\" class=\"wp-image-19052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1.jpeg 1250w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"LIT Ingredients\" class=\"wp-image-19052 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1.jpeg.webp 1250w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1-300x225.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1-768x576.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/LIT_1250x-1.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>LIT Energy Ingredients<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Carbonated Water<\/li><li>Caffeine Anhydrous<\/li><li>CarnoSyn Beta Alanine<\/li><li>Nitrosigine<\/li><li>Micronized Creatine Monohydrate<\/li><li>Soy oil<\/li><li>Citric acid<\/li><li>Potassium sorbate<\/li><li>Sorbitol<\/li><li>Glycerin<\/li><li>Acetylated monoglycerides<\/li><li>Polysorbate<\/li><li>Tartaric Acid<\/li><li>Magnesium Silicate Hydroxide<\/li><li>Sucralose as artificial sweetener<\/li><li>Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Caffeine_in_LIT\"><\/span>Caffeine in LIT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately,<strong> LIT Energy contains a hefty amount of caffeine; 250mg per 16 fl. oz.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For many, a daily<a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/caffeine\/art-20045678\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> dose of caffeine<\/a> is their lifeline. It is what keeps you awake, focused, and alert before facing a big, long day ahead. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While each of us does not have similar caffeine tolerances, it is still advisable to stick to the recommended daily caffeine intake. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Food and Drug Administration (<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a>) suggests a maximum 400mg daily caffeine intake. This is already a safe threshold set by experts reminding the consumers to stick within limits regardless of tolerances. Going beyond it may lead to severe side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sugar_Content_in_LIT\"><\/span>Sugar Content in LIT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>LIT Energy is a sugar-free energy drink, however, it does contain Sucralose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sucralose is an artificial sweeter which is ten times sweeter than any natural or added sugar. There are at least eight approved artificial sweeteners, one of them is Sucralose. The <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/food\/food-additives-petitions\/additional-information-about-high-intensity-sweeteners-permitted-use-food-united-states\" target=\"_blank\">FDA<\/a> approved its usage, so do not worry about how safe it is for consumption because it is entirely safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hsph.harvard.edu\/nutritionsource\/carbohydrates\/added-sugar-in-the-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">recommended <\/a>sugar intake for women is 24g, equivalent to 100 calories or six teaspoons, while men should only have 36g of sugar, which equates to 150 calories or 9 teaspoons of sugar daily.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Calorie_in_LIT_Energy\"><\/span>Calorie in LIT Energy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Every 16 fl. oz of LIT Energy has only 20 calories. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For every food and beverage that you consume, there are corresponding calorie levels in it. The amount of calories that you should consume depends on your age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the FDA has set a general calorie guideline or a limit of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/common-health-questions\/food-and-diet\/what-should-my-daily-intake-of-calories-be\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">2000 calories<\/a> per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LIT_Energy_Drink_Nutrition_Facts\"><\/span><strong>LIT Energy Drink Nutrition Facts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nutrition fact labels are important in every food packs and beverage that you consume, so make sure that you check it first before purchasing a certain product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a nutritional fact label of LIT Energy based on the can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Back of LIT energy drink can\" class=\"wp-image-19215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1.jpeg 1250w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1-768x576.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1.jpeg.webp\" alt=\"Back of LIT energy drink can\" class=\"wp-image-19215 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1.jpeg.webp 1250w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1-300x225.jpeg.webp 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1-768x576.jpeg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/let_energy_1250x-1.jpeg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>LIT Energy Supplement Facts<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#addcef\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Nutrition<\/strong>al <strong>Contents<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Amount<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>% Daily Value<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Calories<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">20<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&mdash;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Total Carbohydrate<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Total Sugars<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&mdash;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Includes 0g added sugars<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Sodium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">20mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Potassium<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">90mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Caffeine Anhydrous<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">250mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Data are inconclusive.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Ancient Peat and Apple Extract<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">150mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> Data are inconclusive. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">CarnoSyn Beta Alanine<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3.2g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> Data are inconclusive. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Neuro factor<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">100mg<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> Data are inconclusive. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">L-Citrulline<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> Data are inconclusive. <\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">L-Arginine<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1.5g<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"> Data are inconclusive. <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_LIT_Energy_Gluten-Free\"><\/span><strong>Is LIT Energy Gluten-Free?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet.png\" alt=\"gluten-free sign\" class=\"wp-image-17855\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet.png 1250w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet-768x461.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1250\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet.png.webp\" alt=\"gluten-free sign\" class=\"wp-image-17855 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet.png.webp 1250w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet-300x180.png.webp 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet-768x461.png.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Gluten-Free-Diet.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>Gluten is a popular ingredient in most foods and beverages.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, <strong>LIT Energy does not contain any gluten-derived products, so technically, it is gluten-free.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/what-is-gluten\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gluten <\/a>is a protein. It is a general name for proteins found in wheat, rye, barley, and triticale. What is the purpose of gluten in foods? Gluten serves as glue. It holds the food ingredients together, maintaining their shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the case of LIT Energy, it does not contain gluten. Hence, LIT is safe to consume for people with gluten sensitivity and other digestive diseases, however, make sure that you&rsquo;ve made a trip first to your physician so you&rsquo;ll know how much gluten you can take.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look at the video below. It explains the pros and cons of too much gluten consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What&rsquo;s the big deal with gluten? - William D. Chey\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uEM2iDT-VAk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_LIT_Energy_a_Pre-Workout_Drink\"><\/span><strong>Is LIT Energy a Pre-Workout Drink?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LIT Energy is both an energy drink and a pre-workout drink.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So how does a pre-workout drink works?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/best-pre-workout-drink#about-pre-workout-supplements\" target=\"_blank\">Pre-workout drinks<\/a> are specifically designed to help you enhance your mental alertness and physical function. Energy drinks contain caffeine which can stimulate your brain and improve your body&rsquo;s efficiency level, thereby helping you get the most in your workout sessions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4947244\/\" target=\"_blank\">study <\/a>conducted in 2016 has found that consuming energy drinks before a workout shows a significant improvement in their exercise training and performance than those who don&rsquo;t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, if working out is part of your daily routine then LIT would be a great partner for your workout. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_LIT_Energy_Help_You_Lose_Weight\"><\/span><strong>Can LIT Energy Help You Lose Weight?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss.jpg\" alt=\"lose weight\" class=\"wp-image-12204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss-768x427.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss.jpg.webp\" alt=\"lose weight\" class=\"wp-image-12204 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss-300x167.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss-768x427.jpg.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 96px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Weight-loss.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption>Does LIT Energy help you lose weight?<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To be honest, not really.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Energy drinks may help you lose weight since it contains caffeine which can <a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/are-energy-drinks-appetite-suppressants\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/are-energy-drinks-appetite-suppressants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">increase metabolism<\/a>. However, there is no proven study that energy drinks alone will help you lose weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can help you, for sure but when you want to lose weight, do not rely on energy drinks alone. Partner it with exercise as well, for a better result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Side_Effects_of_LIT_Energy\"><\/span><strong>Side Effects of LIT Energy<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that energy drinks will always have <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/side-effects-of-energy-drinks\/\" target=\"_blank\">side effects<\/a> if it is not consumed in moderation. As for the LIT Energy drink, it contains 250mg of caffeine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it is sugar-free and calorie-free, the caffeine content is still half of the recommended daily intake for adults.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I wouldn&rsquo;t recommend drinking LIT Energy more than once a day. You may drink every other day, or better yet, visit your physician first if you want to take LIT daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are the side effects of overconsumption of energy drinks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Addiction<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Caffeine Dependence<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Fatigue<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Low energy<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Irritability<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Poor concentration and alertness<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Depressed mood level and body tremors<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LIT_Energy_Drink_Alternatives\"><\/span><strong>LIT Energy Drink Alternatives<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, if you&rsquo;ve tried LIT energy and it doesn&rsquo;t really go along well with your taste buds. Here are a few suggestions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/can-you-drink-monster-energy-every-day-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\">Monster Energy Drink<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/red-bull-energy-drink-review\/\" target=\"_blank\">Red Bull<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/where-to-buy-nos-energy-drinks\/\" target=\"_blank\">NOS<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-aspire-gluten-free\/\" target=\"_blank\">Aspire<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Notable_Mentions\"><\/span>Other Notable Mentions:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-game-fuel-gluten-free\/\" target=\"_blank\">Game Fuel<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-celsius-energy-drink-vegan\/\" target=\"_blank\">Celsius<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-amp-energy-drink-gluten-free\/\" target=\"_blank\">AMP Energy<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts\"><\/span><strong>Final Thoughts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LIT Energy is a gluten-free beverage.<\/strong> <strong>So, if you&rsquo;re up to <a href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/best-energy-drinks-for-losing-weight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">losing weight<\/a> and eating nutritious and healthy foods only, count LIT Energy in. It is sugar-free and calorie-free.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But remember that LIT Energy contains 250mg of caffeine, so don&rsquo;t overdrink it. Take note that <strong>adults are only recommended to drink 400mg of caffeine daily<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>LIT Energy is an excellent drink, but it is not recommended to drink more than once of LIT Energy a day as it may lead to some adverse side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Moderation is always the key to living a healthy life.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Articles\"><\/span><strong>Related Articles<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/can-you-drink-lit-energy-everyday\/#Side_Effects_of_a_Caffeine_Overdose\" target=\"_blank\">Can You Drink LIT Energy Every Day?<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/is-lit-energy-drink-vegan\/\" target=\"_blank\">Is LIT Energy Drink Vegan?<\/a><\/strong><\/li><li><strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/beastlyenergy.com\/are-energy-drinks-appetite-suppressants\/\" target=\"_blank\">Are Energy Drink Appetite Suppressants?<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>LIT Energy is a gluten-free beverage. So, if you&#8217;re up to losing weight and eating nutritious and healthy foods only, count LIT Energy in. 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