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Caffeine's paradox: why it buzzes some, but not others

By · Published September 21, 2026  05:28 UTC · Updated September 21, 2026  05:28 UTC

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Caffeine's paradox has been observed in many people: it can have the opposite effect of what is expected, making some individuals feel sleepy instead of alert. Coverage from BBC explains that this is due to individual differences in how people process caffeine, including variations in genes that affect the brain's response to the stimulant.

The brain's response to caffeine is complex, involving multiple pathways and mechanisms. Coverage from StudyFinds suggests that some people may be more sensitive to the effects of caffeine due to their genetic makeup, which can lead to a paradoxical response.

On the other hand, The i Paper reports that caffeine can have a different effect on the body over time, with some people becoming more sensitive to its effects after repeated exposure. Yahoo Health notes that individual differences in metabolism, age, and other factors can also influence how caffeine is processed in the body, but more research is needed to fully understand these dynamics.

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What causes caffeine to have a paradoxical effect on some people?

Individual differences in how people process caffeine, including variations in genes that affect the brain's response to the stimulant.

Can repeated exposure to caffeine lead to a different effect on the body?

Yes, according to The i Paper, some people may become more sensitive to caffeine's effects over time.

What other factors can influence how caffeine is processed in the body?

Metabolism, age, and other individual factors, but more research is needed to fully understand these dynamics.

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