Taste is fine, but results are AMAZING
"I’m not in love with the flavor, I think the raspberry lemonade one is better, but who cares: this makes me feel SO CLEAR AND HAPPY!!!!! Great energy without any weird side effects."
Energy + Brain Boost Lemonade Stick (Paraxanthine)
$3.49
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Clean Energy
Powered by Paraxanthine
Added Adaptogens & Nootropics
Methylated B Vitamins
Powered by Paraxanthine
A clean, caffeine-alternative that supports steady energy, mental focus, and mood.
Brain Support
Enhanced with citicoline, l-theanine, and lion’s mane to support mental clarity and cognition.
Made with Real Fruit
No natural flavors and no artificial flavors, sweeteners, or dyes. We use real fruit for real flavor.
The Just Ingredients Difference
Powered by paraxanthine, a clean energy source. Paraxanthine is the primary compound your body produces when metabolizing caffeine. It works directly in the way your body already understands to support energy, mood, mental focus, and even weight management.*
Paraxanthine offers a smooth experience with fewer unwanted effects like jitters or crashes. It has a shorter half-life than caffeine, meaning it clears from the body more quickly, making it ideal for an afternoon boost, and because it’s already active, you’ll feel the benefits faster.*
Vitamins B6 and B12 help support energy production by assisting in the conversion of food into cellular energy and supporting normal brain and nervous system function.*
Using their methylated forms, methylcobalamin (B12) and pyridoxal-5’-phosphate (B6), means these nutrients are already in active forms, so your body can use them more readily without needing additional conversion.*
This is more than just an energy drink. It has added nootropics like citicoline, organic lion’s mane, and l-theanine, and adaptogens organic maca root, organic cordyceps, and ginseng to help support mood, mental clarity, endurance, occasional stress, and sustained energy.
We skip artificial and natural flavors and use real fruit instead. Unlike flavoring extracts, which are often stripped of nutrients, real fruit provides real nourishment and flavor.* It’s better for your body and your taste buds.
Real Ingredients. Better Health.
We carefully selected these ingredients for a better choice energy drink. See why we included some of these key ingredients:
Paraxanthine
Methylated B Vitamins
Citicoline
L-Theanine
Organic Lion's Mane
L-Theanine
Organic Maca Root
Organic Cordyceps
Panax Ginseng
We carefully selected these ingredients for a better choice energy drink. See why we included some of these key ingredients:
Just What You Deserve. No Nonsense.
Our Standards
Common Standards
Clean Energy with Paraxanthine
No Natural or Artificial Flavors
No Artificial Preservatives
No Added Sugar
No Artificial Dyes or Sweeteners
Real Fruit for Flavor
Added Adaptogens & Nootropics
Methylated B Vitamins
Third Party Tested
Gluten-Free
FAQ's
Have more questions? Let us know!
When caffeine enters your system, your body breaks it down into three main metabolites: paraxanthine, theobromine, and theophylline. Of these, paraxanthine makes up the majority and is a key contributor to the alertness and focus you feel after consuming caffeine.* Unlike caffeine itself, paraxanthine is already in its active form, so it can support focus and energy more quickly.
If you’re deciding between Yerba Mate and Paraxanthine, it comes down to the type of energy you want. Yerba Mate is a plant-based caffeine source that provides gentle, sustained energy along with antioxidants and polyphenols,* making it ideal for a balanced, traditional boost. Paraxanthine, on the other hand, is an active metabolite of caffeine that supports alertness and focus more quickly,* making it perfect for a faster-acting pick-me-up. It also has a shorter half life, so it clears from the body faster than caffeine, meaning you can enjoy it in the afternoon with less likelihood of sleep disruption.*
Paraxanthine is a stimulant, so it may affect sleep if taken too close to bedtime.* However, because it typically clears from the body faster than caffeine, some people may be able to enjoy it in the afternoon without disrupting their sleep.* It’s generally best to avoid taking it right before bed.
Paraxanthine comes from caffeine but is not technically caffeine itself. It delivers clean, focused energy, and is less likely to result in jitters or crashes.*
Yes, paraxanthine acts as a stimulant, similar to caffeine, by supporting alertness and focus.* However, because it is already the active metabolite of caffeine, it often works faster and may produce fewer unwanted side effects like jitters or crashes.*
Overall rating: 4.5966387 / 5 from 119 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
The Energy + Brain Boost Lemonade Stick provides steady energy without jitters or crashes, offering a refreshing feel. Its flavor is well-liked, and it is praised for its effective energy boost and clean ingredients.
Summary topics
- Energy Boost (21%): A significant number of customers raved about the steady energy this product provides without any jitters or crash.
- Absence of Crash (8%): It was observed by customers that the product provides a great energy boost without any crash or jitters.
- Feeling Refreshed (10%): It was highlighted by customers that they feel great and refreshed when they drink this product without the crash of caffeine.
- Flavor (64%): Many customers loved the flavor, describing it as good, great, awesome, delicious, and yummy.
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Review highlights
- "The energy is smooth and steady—no jitters, no crash—just a clean boost that helps me stay focused and productive." —
- "Lemonade is my favorite flavor." —
- "The flavor is amazing and the steady energy they provided me with was so nice!" —
Reviews
Perfection!
"This was a perfectly delicious little pick me up! I was drowsy and unfocused at work but had 2 more hours at the office and a hockey game to officiate afterwards. I added this to my water and was able to finish out the day with gusto! And bonus, it did not effect my sleep at all!"
Electrolytes
"Smooth, palatable taste. Definitely felt a difference after taking this in energy levels and overall body function. You can tell this product, along with others from JI are made qith top quality ingredients. I would definitely buy this again!"
Acquired taste; good results
"I’ve yet to like the taste of this, but I gulp it down because it works! Caffeine makes me too jittery, so this is an excellent alternative. Only wish the taste was more palatable."
Fav Flavor
"Lemonade flavor is a favorite in our house. I love these easy-to-grab sticks to help with my busy mom energy."
Afternoon energy
"Love the lemonade taste. Gives a nice breath of energy when needed without making you feel jittery."
Effective but didn’t love the taste
"The vitamin taste was really strong. Did not love the flavor."
I have tried a couple
"I have tried a couple Energy + Brain Boost packets and so far I am really enjoying them! I can't tell a huge difference when I take them, but if nothing else they are a fun drink to have as a pick me up in the afternoon."
This does not taste good.
"This does not taste good. I did not enjoy, and will not buy again."
Okay
"Tastes okay but didn’t notice a huge energy change"