The world of nootropics is a big and often confusing one. With hundreds of unique substances that promise to enhance alertness, cognition, memory and mood. But can you get them in your country? That’s what we’re here to explore in this post. The definition of a “nootropic” varies within the nootropic community. And country regulatory… [Read More]
Nicotine has been shown to improve concentration, focus, mental clarity, motivation, memory, and reduce mood swings and anxiety Nicotine (3-(1-Methyl-2-pyrrolidinyl) pyridine) is an alkaloid found in tobacco leaves. And has been used by humans for its psychoactive (nootropic) properties for thousands of years. But it is only in the last several decades that nicotine’s mechanism… [Read More]
Creatine has been shown to boost cognition and prevent mental fatigue Creatine is one of the most effective cognitive enhancers available. This non-essential amino acid is synthesized in your liver, kidneys and pancreas. And used in your brain to re-charge the Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) that is produced by mitochondria in brain cells. Creatine is stored… [Read More]
Mushrooms have been used by humans for thousands of years as food and medicine.More than 14,000 species of mushrooms have been identified and about 2,000 of them are edible.Of 2,000 edible mushrooms, 270 species have potential therapeutic or preventative agents that ensure human health.But of 270 medicinal mushrooms, only 6 are considered nootropics. And provide… [Read More]
I’ve had Nootropics Expert readers asking me what my preferred multivitamin/mineral supplement is. And what I use every day. This post is a detailed response to that question. Performance Lab® NutriGenesis Multi is by far the best multivitamin/mineral supplement I’ve used. And I’ve tried several different brands of multivitamins over the last 10 years. Including… [Read More]
I’ve been using Mind Lab Pro® for the last five years. This is my review of why I use it. And why you may want to consider trying it too. I often get emails from Nootropics Expert readers asking me what my favorite nootropic stack is. And what I use every day. This post is… [Read More]
You pause a moment as you cross the threshold into your local vitamin shop. In front of you is row upon row of shelving displaying thousands of bottles and boxes of supplements. An overwhelming experience even to the most experienced neurohacker. Online stores can be even more confusing. Store algorithms decide what you first see… [Read More]
DHA is an essential brain food that boosts neurotransmission, cognition, memory, learning, reduces brain inflammation, assists in the repair of and helps grow new brain cells. DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is an omega-3 fatty acid. DHA is crucial for the healthy structure and function of your brain at all ages. DHA impacts your brain’s signaling systems,… [Read More]
Melatonin is known for helping insomnia, is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, protects against neurodegenerative diseases, stroke and brain trauma Melatonin (N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine) is a hormone primarily produced in the pineal gland. This gland is a pea-sized organ located in the center of your brain and shaped like a tiny pine cone (hence its name). Your pineal gland… [Read More]
Women frequently ask me what multivitamin I recommend that they use and why.This post is a detailed response to that question for 2020. And it’s important because you will not find a Top 5 or Top 10 best multivitamins for women here.I simply cannot in good conscience recommend any of the hundreds of multivitamins for… [Read More]
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