Change the pad about every 3–4 hours. If your period is heavy, you can change your pad more often. Changing pads often can cut down on any odor. Regular changing prevents buildup of bacteria and stops odor. If you have a heavier flow, you might need to change pads more often to make sure you don't leak.
It is true that caffeine is one of the most widely abused ergogenic aids. Most of the people in the world drink at least one cup of coffee per day in order to get through the day without much trouble or fatigue.