Brokerage firm Office Space compiled the results from more than 2,000 coffee drinkers to find a sipping time that allowed people to stay most alert.

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Experts believe they have found the best time that allowed high levels of productivity to be maintained throughout the day.

According to the study from Office Freedom, workers are most productive at about 10.20am and will hit a wall at 1.27pm.

The poll of 2,000 employees found work rates continued to worsen throughout the afternoon, with an additional slump at 2:06 pm.

However, the study showed drinking coffee was found to be among to top three ways to get an energy boost at work, alongside taking a walk outside and having a cup of tea.

To avoid any lags in productivity, the most effective time to drink a cup of coffee was 1.27pm.

According to Psychology Today, caffeine confuses receptors in the brain – tricking your body into thinking it has more energy than it does.

But, health experts warn caffeine drinks should be consumed in moderation to avoid any negative or potentially harmful side effects.

A heavy caffeine intake can cause insomnia, headaches and heightened anxiety.

A study conducted by Norwegian scientists showed certain types of coffee could be worse for your heart.

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