Quick answer: enXtra® is a patented extract of alpinia galanga, a root in the ginger family also known as Thai ginger or galangal. It's made by OmniActive Health Technologies and is used in drinks and supplements, usually alongside caffeine. It contains no caffeine itself.
enXtra® at a glance
| enXtra® | |
|---|---|
| What it is | A standardised extract of alpinia galanga root |
| Also called | Galangal, Thai ginger |
| Made by | OmniActive Health Technologies |
| Caffeine | None |
| Usually paired with | Caffeine |
| Amount in PÜRCHARGE | 300mg per can |
What the research looked at
A recent manufacturer-funded trial tested enXtra in healthy adults aged 18 to 40 who were short on sleep and used to caffeine. Around 128 people took part. They had either 300mg of enXtra, 200mg of caffeine, both together, or a placebo, and their alertness and fatigue were measured over several hours.
The researchers reported that enXtra, and especially enXtra with caffeine, did better on their alertness measures than placebo. It's one industry-funded study, and the caffeine dose was higher than in most cans, so treat it as promising rather than settled. There's no authorised UK health claim for enXtra.
Why it's paired with caffeine
- Caffeine is the ingredient with an authorised UK claim: it contributes to increased alertness and improved concentration.
- enXtra is being studied for whether it changes how long that alertness feels like it lasts.
- That's why brands put the two in the same can rather than selling enXtra on its own.
Is enXtra safe?
Galangal has a long history as a food and spice in South-East Asian cooking. The manufacturer reports a good safety profile in healthy adults. As with any caffeinated drink, the caffeine is what to watch: under 400mg a day, and not for under-16s, pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Where PÜRCHARGE fits
Each still 330ml can has 300mg of enXtra® alongside 125mg of caffeine from green coffee, green tea extract (a natural source of L-theanine), rhodiola, Panax ginseng, electrolytes and nine vitamins, with 3.8g of sugar. Caffeine contributes to increased alertness and improved concentration. Max two cans a day.
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FAQs
What is enXtra?
A patented extract of alpinia galanga root, a relative of ginger, made by OmniActive Health Technologies and used in focus drinks and supplements.
Does enXtra contain caffeine?
No. It's caffeine-free, which is why it's usually combined with a caffeine source.
Is galangal the same as ginger?
They're related but different plants. Galangal is sharper and more citrusy, and is common in Thai and Indonesian cooking.
