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Paraxanthine

What is Px?

Px (or Paraxanthine) is a natural metabolite of caffeine. All that means is that Px occurs naturally in the body when the liver metabolizes, or breaks down, caffeine. The majority of caffeine becomes paraxanthine (70-80%), with a small amount convert

Is Px natural?

Paraxanthine (Px) itself is a naturally occurring metabolite of caffeine, meaning it is a byproduct of your body processing caffeine. That being said, currently, the Px in our products is produced synthetically in order to maintain high purity, consi

Does Px affect cortisol levels in the body?

Caffeine consumption is known to increase cortisol levels; however, specific research comparing the impact of paraxanthine—the primary metabolite of caffeine—on cortisol levels relative to caffeine is limited. One study indicated that paraxanthine ma

When will I feel the difference between Px Coffee and Regular Coffee?

Many customers notice a difference after just a few cups, and some even on their first experience. We recommend switching to Px Coffee for at least five days to fully experience its benefits to mood, focus, and sleep.

Can I take these products while pregnant or nursing?

We recommend consulting your healthcare professional before consuming any Rarebird product if you are pregnant or nursing.

Does your coffee have any other methylxanthines like theophylline or theobromine?

While there may be traces of them in coffee naturally (specifically theophylline) we at Rarebird do not add any theophylline or theobromine to Px Coffee. While they are very powerful ingredients in their own right, they do not have the superior benef