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  1. Avatar for Chris RichardsonChris Richardson says

    May 8, 2023 at 11:26 pm

    I referenced MDNA and misspoke. I meant MDMA. My bad.

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  2. Avatar for Lenny BLenny B says

    May 5, 2023 at 9:28 am

    Hi David, I have Noticed that Recently most if Not all online Nootropics Companies have not been Carrying Racetams, my regular Said they have discontinued Racetams. Do you have any idea why So many Nootropics Companies are no longer Carrying Racetams?

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      May 5, 2023 at 4:55 pm

      Lenny, I answered your questions earlier in one of these threads.

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  3. Avatar for LENNY BROWNLENNY BROWN says

    May 4, 2023 at 11:11 pm

    I Read an article in a Magazine about Magnesium L’Threonate and how it helps with improving Neuroplasticity and I would like to know if it is any better or different from Uridine Monophosphate in this regard? my Second Question is about Ginko Biloba and Vinpocetine, I read that Both open blood vessels in the brain, is this Correct, and if so which is better?
    my Final question is about different Nootropics Companies. my favorite company has discontinued the Racetams due to some difficulties in obtaining necessary components of these Nootropics. I looked at other Nootropics Companies and they don’t have Racetams either. do you have any idea as to what has happened to the Racetams and why they have Dissapeared?

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      May 5, 2023 at 4:38 pm

      Lenny, magnesium increases BDNF needed for neurogenesis. See my full review on magnesium to see what else to does because it’s impressive. Most are deficient.

      I suggest you read my full review for each of the other supplements as well which you can easily find by scrolling through this list: https://nootropicsexpert.com/nootropics-list/

      The racetams are harder to get because of action taken by the FDA and the supply chain was disrupted by COVID and is only now starting to recover. But I managed to find suppliers for most of them which I include in the “where to buy” section for each full racetam review.

      Reply
  4. Avatar for AlexandraAlexandra says

    May 1, 2023 at 2:56 pm

    Will N-Phenylacetyl- l-prolylglycine ethyl ester (Noopept)cause a false positive for Ethyl Glucuronide (EtG) on a drug test? i have to take several drug tests and i can barely stay awake or less concentrate while in school. I was prescribe Armodafinil and that seem to work. But my doctor discontinue my Armodafinil so im trying to look for other alternatives. But my main concern was coming out for fasle positives for any nootropic. I just got lions mane, Alpha GPC, Bacopa, , Alpha Brain, Rhodiola. I have only tried each for a few days so far non can help with the tireness. I just got Noopept but after seeing the chemical compound im worried to even try it. Can Noopet or any of these cause a false positive? Thank you

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      May 2, 2023 at 2:48 pm

      Alexandra, Noopept has no affect on blood tests as far as I know. It has never come up in all my years of doing this.

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      • Avatar for AlexandraAlexandra says

        May 7, 2023 at 3:39 am

        Hi Mr Tomen i didnt refresh the page. Ive kept your site open since monday as to not loose it ..lol so as soon as i send the second post i saw your response. Thank you so much.

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        • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

          May 8, 2023 at 5:11 pm

          Not a problem Alexandra. I wish you the very best.

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    • Avatar for AlexandraAlexandra says

      May 7, 2023 at 3:36 am

      Hi Mr Tomen Please, if you can find an answer for the previous post id really appreciated If you can email me with the information. As im not being able to find an answer anywhere. I like Noopet no more crashing and needing redbulls. its been a week since i last post here, and i can feel a difference. I have read in multiple places it takes about two weeks to notice. i noticed by the 3rd day. i was calmer and my recollection of things is much faster. Wow i dont know why im just finding about nootropics. But its deft way better than prescribed medications with awful side effects. i started watching many of your Youtube videos. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

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  5. Avatar for LuLu says

    April 30, 2023 at 9:47 am

    Hi, is there any nootropic that works like Tranylcypromine (Parnate)? It was by far the most effective med but I had to stop due to side effects.

    Thanks

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      May 1, 2023 at 2:46 pm

      Lu, Tranylcypromine is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) and there are several supplements that work are MAOIs but they would not be as potent. Use the search field top right and search for “MAOI” and see what turns up. Read each supplement review and see which look worth trying based on your research.

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  6. Avatar for AndrewAndrew says

    April 28, 2023 at 10:00 pm

    Hey I just came across an interesting report on Ascorbic acid which was released end of last year

    https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3921/12/2/231?fbclid=IwAR1OV8fTyVsmB9lXjbZ5fD26VI3J9ZCuZz7SyHQEleD09tul7sBYlF5HFFQ

    now what would be best course taking ester Vit C 500 twice daily or just at 1000MG once daily

    I want to take Ester as it seems to be a better version of Vitamin C

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      May 2, 2023 at 2:50 pm

      Andrew, see my article 13 Vitamins for the Optimized Brain because it details how Vitamin C works and includes a clinical study on the futility of using mega-doses of this vitamin.

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  7. Avatar for bill k.bill k. says

    April 28, 2023 at 4:31 pm

    David, are you familiar with Primary lateral sclerosis. it’s like parkinsons but does not respond to levadopa

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      May 2, 2023 at 2:52 pm

      Bill, sorry but I have not done any research on Primary lateral sclerosis. Wish I could help but for now I suggest doing a search online for “best supplements for Primary lateral sclerosis” and see what turns up.

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      • Avatar for Bill K.Bill K. says

        May 2, 2023 at 7:11 pm

        There is very little written about PLS. Primary lateral sclerosis (PLS) is a type of motor neuron disease that causes the nerve cells in the brain that control movement to fail over time. PLS causes weakness in your voluntary muscles, such as those you use to control your legs, arms and tongue. But i have started increase my GABA neurotransmitters to relax my neck and shoulders by taking 200mg of Pharma GABA twice a day combined with L-Arginine. i also take 1g of Inositol twice a day. i take 1g of Taurine twice a day. and finally, l take liquid Lemon Balm once a day. i suspect these dosages are for routine maintenance of the system. Can the dosaged be increased? i have noticed some improvement. enough to believe my gaba levels were low. i actually asked my doctor for valium. im glad it was not prescribed. GABA seems to do what i need for now. i just need the initial trigger to move when my body freezes. i normally will initiate a “fall” in the direction i want to to. i still would like to schedule time with you because i think you may have some suggestions on how to get my brain to start fire normally again

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        • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

          May 5, 2023 at 2:57 pm

          Bill, a consultation is a good idea because I can take more time with you. I do not suggest increasing dosages because I’ve found more is never better. It usually backfires on you. You can try increasing PharmaGABA. But that may make you sleepy. Or try adding L-Glutamine which is a precursor to GABA and Human Growth Hormone synthesis.

          Also, see my article on increasing BDNF: https://nootropicsexpert.com/13-nootropics-to-boost-bdnf/. And use the search function top right and search for “myelin” because repairing and supporting myelin synthesis many help as well.

          Also, try raising dopamine by using L-Tyrosine. Or in your case using L-DOPA may be better because that’s what’s used for Parkinson’s. Except the natural form is safer to use. For L-DOPA try this one: https://geni.us/qUrUFuu. But be careful of the dose because it is very, very potent. And increase acetylcholine with 300 mg CDP-Choline twice per day along with 500 mg ALCAR twice per day.

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          • Avatar for bill K.bill K. says

            May 8, 2023 at 11:19 am

            Nothing comes up on Myelin. i will google.

          • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

            May 8, 2023 at 6:16 pm

            Bill I just searched Nootropics Expert for “myelin” and found 9 different supplements that affect myelin one way or the other. But a general public search is also a good idea.

          • Avatar for bill k.bill k. says

            May 10, 2023 at 1:55 pm

            Dave,
            my search brings up articles and Myelin is not mentioned.
            i did find an article https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7762951/ , N-acetylglucosamine drives myelination by triggering oligodendrocyte precursor cell differentiation. im trying to figure out dosage.

          • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

            May 11, 2023 at 5:57 pm

            Bill, copy and paste this into your browser bar: https://nootropicsexpert.com/?s=myelin. That will give you 5 pages of results which include a half dozen at least individual supplements.

            I have not done any research on N-Acetyl Glucosamine (N-A-G) but you can buy it as a supplement: https://geni.us/JaoSI (Amazon)

  8. Avatar for CeciliaCecilia says

    April 26, 2023 at 1:11 am

    When I fill in my information to get your free download book It doesn’t take me further.
    Can you mail it to me?
    Sorry for this but it would mean à LOT to me.
    Best regards
    Cecilia Evers

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 26, 2023 at 5:41 pm

      Cecilia, you subscribed to my newsletter on Apr 26, 2023 at 01:16 AM. You would have received a confirmation email from me at 01:16 or 01:17 AM with a link to download the book. I suggest going back in your email to that date and time and look for that email. If you cannot find it then check your Spam folder.

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  9. Avatar for ARAR says

    April 24, 2023 at 8:52 am

    Hi. I’m starting to have noticeable memory problems, but allergic to caffeine. Where do I start?

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 26, 2023 at 5:03 pm

      Adam, this is a good place to start: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-learning-and-memory/

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  10. Avatar for Martin BakerMartin Baker says

    April 23, 2023 at 11:28 am

    Note: the medication is Ivabradine

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  11. Avatar for Martin BakerMartin Baker says

    April 23, 2023 at 10:30 am

    Hi David

    A friend is considering Bacopa, she’s currently on medication for autonomic dysfunction due to the EDS. Are there any known interactions?

    Kind regards
    Martin

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 26, 2023 at 4:57 pm

      Martin, there are no known contraindications between Bacopa Monnieri and any drug that I know of. If you are still uncertain it is best to have your friend check with their doctor.

      Reply
  12. Avatar for Dean CamffermanDean Camfferman says

    April 22, 2023 at 2:13 pm

    Hi David, I recently started watching your YT videos and looking through your website. Have you done anything on Co-Q10?

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 26, 2023 at 4:44 pm

      Dean, my review of CoQ10 is here: https://nootropicsexpert.com/coenzyme-q10/ and my video is here: https://youtu.be/J537ll5ckSY. Which I am going to update soon.

      Reply
  13. Avatar for ReseRese says

    April 19, 2023 at 1:08 pm

    Many use silicon dioxide for skin and hair, because they believe that its deficiency adversely affects the body, what do you think about this? I still can’t figure out if it’s bad or not.

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 21, 2023 at 2:56 pm

      Rese, the only people who say something as stupid as that is a dietary supplement company who use silicon dioxide in their supplements and refuse to invest in manufacturing pure supplements that do not contain toxic “other ingredients” such as silicon dioxide.

      Silicon dioxide has been banned in Europe from use in food, supplements and drugs because it has been found to be toxic to human health.

      Reply
  14. Avatar for HenryHenry says

    April 17, 2023 at 12:13 pm

    Hello, David, do you have any recommendations for people who are predisposed to Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis?

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 18, 2023 at 5:45 pm

      Henry, I have not researched MS yet, but here is the one for Parkinson’s: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-supplements-for-parkinsons-disease/

      Reply
  15. Avatar for SaraSara says

    April 16, 2023 at 9:18 pm

    Hi David,

    Are there any magnesium
    Supplements you recommend that don’t contain fillers? I
    Tried source naturals magnesium malate and am having a reaction to it.

    Thank you

    Reply
    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 18, 2023 at 5:56 pm

      https://geni.us/57cGGq

      Reply
  16. Avatar for NeilNeil says

    April 13, 2023 at 8:40 pm

    I’m having a problem dialing in a Phenibut dosage. Been trying every 5 days on empty stomach starting at one gram increasing by one gram increments. Felt nothing at one, two, and three. When I took 4 I fell asleep and woke the next morning with headache , brain fog just like an alcohol hangover. I’m 55 years old 6’3” 260lb power lifter. Is Phenibut just not for me?

    Reply
    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 18, 2023 at 4:24 pm

      Neil, see Phenibut dosage here: https://nootropicsexpert.com/phenibut/

      Reply
  17. Avatar for Sammy ISammy I says

    April 11, 2023 at 9:48 am

    Just wanted to say that i’ve learned so much from your website! I feel so much better, like a new man when i’ve been administering these compounds and i never could’ve believe i could feel like this after years of very unhealthy habits. Thank you for helping me and many others. Peace and love

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 18, 2023 at 3:53 pm

      Thank you Sammy. This stuff works!

      Reply
  18. Avatar for Anthony RiuttaAnthony Riutta says

    April 9, 2023 at 8:11 am

    I want to continue using lithium orotate at 5mg twice a day. Is this safe at this dosage? I live in Finland and don’t know from where is best to order from, it is not sold in this Country!

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 9, 2023 at 2:43 pm

      Anthony, Lithium Orotate is considered very safe for most people. The recommended adult dosage is 5 mg 3-times per day. Remember, you are micro-dosing Lithium at this dose so it should be safe long-term.

      This is the one I use and recommend: https://geni.us/MAwg

      Reply
  19. Avatar for Storm BradfordStorm Bradford says

    April 8, 2023 at 4:11 pm

    I noticed you don’t have Methylene Blue on the list of nootropics you take, how come?

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 9, 2023 at 2:49 pm

      Storm, I’ve tried Methylene Blue but find I do not need it. My stack was been developed over the years and does what I want it to do. Adding Methylene Blue would not add any further benefit.

      Reply
  20. Avatar for JosefJosef says

    April 7, 2023 at 8:27 am

    Hi David

    I started taking methylphenidate 18 mg ER in the morning and Im taking bacopa monnieri after lunch but I feel the stimulanting effects wore down after , do you think its better taking bacopa at the evening ? Best regards josef

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    • Avatar for David TomenDavid Tomen says

      April 9, 2023 at 2:56 pm

      Josef, the stack in the yellow box near the top of this article was designed to support the use of methylphenidate including avoiding the stimulant crash later in the afternoon: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-adhd-add/. Just using Bacopa Monnieri is not enough.

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