At a glance
Green coffee beans are simply coffee beans that have not been roasted yet. They are pale and grassy, and they contain chlorogenic acid, which roasting breaks down.
Origin story
Coffee plants grow in tropical highlands around the world. For an extract, the raw beans are processed to concentrate their natural compounds.
Its role in the formula
The label says it supports fat metabolism and healthy weight management.* Think of it as a cousin to green tea extract, since both come from famous drink plants.
Good to know
Coffee beans naturally hold some caffeine. If you keep an eye on yours, read the bottle and ask your doctor.