150. Daniel Solomons and Shawn Wells | UPDATE and the Evolution of Caffeine

Author: Cal Callahan
Published: Wed 02 Oct 2024
Episode Link: https://redcircle.com/shows/decdcc0f-fe15-461b-a0eb-6432d1cfe76a/episodes/01435c72-9fae-43b6-b669-297478c97426

Daniel Solomons and Shawn Wells join us for a fascinating discussion on the harmful effects of a substance consumed by 90% of the global population: caffeine. In response, they have created an alternative energy drink called UPDATE—the first product using paraxanthine, an extract of caffeine that offers positive immediate and long-term cognitive benefits.

We dive into…

➝ The cognitive and emotional risks of caffeine

➝ Why do we experience withdrawal from caffeine?

➝ Improving long-term brain function with paraxanthine

➝ Understanding substance stimulation vs over-stimulation

➝ Using caffeine as an escape

Resources:

UNLEARN for 25% off UPDATE

Caffeine by Michael Pollan

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