Could paraxanthine replace caffeine? What we know about the new stimulant appearing in coffee and energy drinks

Berit Kessler/Shutterstock Paraxanthine, a compound the body naturally produces when it breaks down caffeine, is starting to appear in energy drinks and even some coffee products as a potential caffeine alternative. Brands claim that using this compound directly can provide a steadier form of alertness, promising “focused, clean energy” and no jitters or crash. A […]

Continue Reading