Oat straw dosage

Oat Straw has been shown to relieve stress and anxiety, increase energy, boost cognition, and improve libido Oat Straw (avena sativa) is green oat grass. The tops of the oat plant in the milky stage before mature oat grains form a head. Avena sativa, or the common oat plant is a popular cereal grain that […]

best supplements for runners

This article is about nootropics for runners. Because if you’re a regular runner, you’ve no doubt got into a pre-run routine. And part of that routine will be fueling your body before you set off. Every runner knows that maintaining energy and blood sugar levels is key to getting the most from your run. So, […]

nootropics-motivation-reddit

Are you stuck in a career that doesn’t inspire you? Or a relationship that doesn’t excite you? Or a lifestyle that doesn’t fulfill you? Of the many excuses and issues for this complacency, one problem that surfaces the most is lack of motivation. This post is all about hacking motivation with nootropics. Because to make […]

when to take choline bitartrate

Choline is often the center of a great nootropic stack. Because without adequate levels of choline in your brain, the rest of your stack is unlikely to work very well. Choline is neither a vitamin or mineral.  It is a water-soluble “nutrient” related to the B-Vitamin group. Choline was recognized as an “essential” nutrient by […]

Nootropics for brain injury and repair

If you’ve spent any time here on Nootropics Expert®, you have a good idea how certain nootropics can benefit your brain. But you may be still wondering how to create the best nootropic stack. The thing is if you’re just getting started with nootropics, the choices can seem overwhelming. Will one nootropic work? Will it […]

Vitamin B5 - Pantothenic Acid dosage

Vitamin B5 is known to enhance alertness, cognition, energy, hearing, vision, elevate mood, lower anxiety and normalize healthy cholesterol levels L-glutamine is one of 8 B-vitamins. B5 is water-soluble and found in every single cell in your body. Vitamin B5 is essential for the synthesis of acetylcholine (ACh). Adequate levels of ACh can boost focus, […]

Pterostilbene increases BDNF

Research over the last several years has shown that our brain has the remarkable ability to re-wire itself throughout life. Every time we have a new thought, encode a new memory or learn a new skill, we are building a new neural network in our brain. And these tiny neural networks are dependent on an […]

l-glutamine-improves-mood

Unlock your mental potential with L-Glutamine. Is it the secret nootropic you've been missing? Dive into the science behind its cognitive benefits inside.

can the blood-brain barrier heal itself

I’ve been asked by Nootropics Expert® readers to write about a “Leaky Blood-Brain Barrier”. And the question naturally is what nootropics to use if you suspect you have a leaky brain. You’ll find the answers in this post. NOTE: if you want to jump ahead to my nootropic stack recommendations for a leaky brain and […]

Resveratrol for brain-fog

Resveratrol is a potent antioxidant, boosts BDNF, increases cerebral circulation, improves energy and memory, and potentially promotes longevity Resveratrol (3,4′,5-trihydroxy-trans-stilbene) is a polyphenol stilbenoid and phytoalexin that certain plants produce in response to stress, such as injury or fungal infection. Resveratrol is a naturally occurring compound found most famously in red wine. Some speculate that […]

polygala tenuifolia experience

Polygala Tenuifolia is known for its anti-anxiety and stress-relieving effects, reducing depression, and promoting restful sleep. Polygala Tenuifolia (Yuan Zhi) is an herb used for millennia in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Polygala Tenuifolia as a nootropic is anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, and anxiolytic. It was traditionally used to improve memory, and for colds and mild respiratory problems. Polygala […]

maca as a nootropic supplement

Maca is known for elevating mood, increasing energy and endurance, boosting learning and memory, and is a potent neuroprotectant Maca (Lepidium meyenii) is a native Peruvian plant growing over 4,000 m (13,000 ft) high in the Andes mountains. Native Peruvians (pre-Inca) have cultivated Maca for at least 2,000 years. It is the only sustainable food […]