Posted on July 9, 2018December 2, 2019 by coffeellera Does Coffee Really Give You Energy? Caffeine is not an energy-generating substance. Your body cannot metabolize caffeine to power your cells. The stimulatory effects of caffeine on your brain give you the perception of increased “energy” because you feel more mentally alert. Share this: Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Post navigationPrevious post: For the Love of Coffee, We Have a WebcamNext post: Coffee: The Second Most Traded Commodity