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Essays on caffeine alternatives

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Aug 13, 2026ACX

The Quest For Caffeine You Can Have At Night

Scott reviews three methods for reducing caffeine's half-life to enable evening coffee consumption without sleep disruption, ultimately recommending paraxanthine as the safest and most effective option.

31 min read 4,776 words

Apr 28, 2021ACX

Nootropics Survey 2020 Results

Scott Alexander presents results from his 2020 nootropics survey, covering effectiveness ratings, tolerance, and user experiences with various substances.

13 min read 1,949 words

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