Does taurine in pre-workout drinks do anything? A 2026 meta-analysis linked caffeine–taurine combinations to higher peak power (SMD 0.55), but taurine's own contribution is unproven

Caffeine–taurine combinations are widely used in commercial sports products, including energy drinks and pre-workout formulas. The question is whether taurine adds anything: does taurine on its own improve performance, and does it make caffeine work better?

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