What are xanthines?
Xanthines (or methylxanthines) are a family of alkaloids that include caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline. While caffeine is the most recognized of these xanthines, theobromine is the most prominent xanthine naturally found in chocolate. Each of these xanthines has been widely used for multiple conditions. Traditional uses: Theobromine and theophylline have been ingredients used in many popular antihistamine medications and theobromine has even been used has help those who suffer from high blood pressure. While caffeine’s uses include the antihistamine medications it is also used in pain killers and by those looking to increase their feeling of energy and alertness. The daily consumption of caffeine continues to rise and is now estimated that 90% of individuals consume caffeine in one form or another. How does XANGEN affect weight loss? New research is expanding the uses of xanthines beyond those mentioned as “traditional uses.” One of the most revealing studies found that xanthine
