Welcome! My name is David Tomen, and I am the author of NootropicsExpert.com, my books Head First 2nd Edition – The Complete Guide to Healing & Optimizing Your Brain with Nootropic Supplements and (FREE!) Secrets of the Optimized Brain, and my Nootropics Expert YouTube channel.
I started Nootropics Expert® in January 2016. You can learn more about my story and why I started Nootropics Expert over on my About Page.
You can quickly see the nootropic supplements that I personally use every day on this page: What I Take
And if you’re in a hurry, go to this page to Buy Nootropics.
I also do Personal Consultations if you could use some help choosing the best nootropic supplements for you. You’ll find my calendar here: Nootropics Expert Consultations
How Nootropics Can Help You
You can end your search now. Because here on Nootropics Expert you’ll find the help you have been searching for. No matter the brain health problem that is making your life miserable.
Here you’ll find information on this List of Nootropics which has dozens and dozens of links to nootropic supplement reviews that I’ve written, and update as soon as new science becomes available. In a language that is easy to understand.
You’ll learn where each supplement comes from, how it works, the benefits you can expect, how much you should use and how often, possible side effects, and how to select from dozens of options – which one to buy.
NOTE: Every single word on Nootropics Expert is written by me. It’s not an AI or a contract copywriter.
You will also discover that everything I write about a supplement is supported by peer-reviewed clinical studies. You will not find links to other websites or blogs.
Instead, you will find dozens of clickable links in each supplement review and article to supporting and relevant clinical studies.
So you have the option of reading the same research I found and used to write my reviews and articles.
My hope is that if you’re overwhelmed by the fragmented information for nootropics spread across several websites, you can end your search on what has become the best nootropics website.
Quickly find out how one nootropic may interact with another. Which ones are safe. And which nootropic supplements have side effects. I will cover all that here.
Use my Nootropics Guide to get more familiar with the top nootropics and different types of cognitive enhancers and what they do. Soon you’ll be able to safely build your own nootropic stack.
I’m happy you’re here. Because you should be able to find everything you need to know about nootropics on Nootropics Expert. No need to go anywhere else.
Armed with this knowledge you can choose the best nootropics for you, and finally start experiencing the benefits you’re working to achieve.
Where to Buy Nootropics
Once you’ve decided which nootropic supplements you’d like to try, how do you know which is the best supplement to buy?
I’ve done the homework for you and put together a list of nootropic brands and supplements. Most of which I personally use and highly recommend.
You’ll find the highest quality, purest nootropic supplements on this page.
The Definitive Guide to Nootropics
A nootropic is a substance that enhances cognition and memory and facilitates learning.
Neuro-hacking and the research behind brain modulation, nootropics, and biohacking in general is a constantly evolving and improving science.
We cover all that in The Definitive Guide to Nootropics.
The Big List of Nootropics
Nootropics cover a broad category of compounds with cognitive boosting properties.
They have minimal side-effects and are appropriate for long-term use.
The Big List is a quick reference guide for nootropics. Learn what it’s for, how it’s used, side effects, interactions and dosing suggestions.
The Best Nootropics
Achieving brain optimization comes with a lot of trial and error. Experimenting to see what works best for you. But spend enough time in the nootropics community, and you begin to see patterns develop.
After you try the latest edition to the racetam-family of nootropics. Most biohackers settle into the nootropic that works best for each category of; cognition & focus, memory, energy & motivation, anxiety & depression, and brain repair & maintenance.
The “Best Nootropics” page is a distillation of what I have found to be the best nootropics for each category of brain optimization. You’ll find a list of the best nootropic compounds for each category. And links through to more detailed articles for each category.
Join The Discussion - 1,847 comments
Rober
December 31, 2020
nootropic or stack to avoid fear of abandonment and loneliness? or the closest thing to an antidepressant? i need to take something to counter my low mood and anxiety, i dont want to take antidepressants..
David Tomen
December 31, 2020
Rober, it depends on what is causing your low mood and anxiety. It’s why some can try an SSRI for depression and it doesn’t work. Because they don’t have a problem with serotonin.
This article explains more about depression and what to do about it: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-depression/
This article explains more about anxiety and what to do about it: https://nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-anxiety/
Luo
December 31, 2020
Best time to take rhodiola rosea? What if I take it with my bulletproof coffee, theanine and aniracetam stack in the morning?
David Tomen
December 31, 2020
Luo, best to take Rhodiola Rosea earlier in the day. Because this adaptogen should provide a boost in energy.
But sometimes it can take up to 3 weeks to work with used twice daily use. It depends on the person.
mel
December 31, 2020
how long does it last the anti anxiety effects of one dose of aniracetam of 500/750 mg ?
David Tomen
December 31, 2020
Mel, around 4 hrs. has been my experience. I use 750 mg twice per day with 300 mg Alpha GPC each time and a healthy fat. Because it is fat-soluble.
jeii
December 30, 2020
I recently started taking aniracetam and the inflammation in my body increased, coincidence?
David Tomen
December 30, 2020
Jeii, what do you mean by saying “inflammation in my body increased”? What exactly were the symptoms? Did you take is with a choline supplement and a healthy fat?
Flo
December 29, 2020
you have done great work, david! Thanks!
Haly
December 29, 2020
Can I take mucuna every day?
David Tomen
December 30, 2020
Haly, you can use Mucuna Pruriens everyday. But that’s assuming you need to raise your dopamine levels significantly.
The key to making nootropics work for you is a willingness to experiment.
juu
December 29, 2020
Best natural anti inflammatory?
David Tomen
December 30, 2020
Juu, that’s a loaded question and the answer I give you will likely be disputed by someone else in our community. But here goes …
The best natural anti-inflammatory is Pine Bark Extract or Turmeric (standardized to 95% curcuminoids).
But if you search this site for the keyword “anti-inflammatory, you’ll get 5 pages of results for you to wade through one by one.
Mark
December 28, 2020
Most potent nootropic to boost serotonin and that you can take it every day?
David Tomen
December 28, 2020
Mark, the only nootropic that you can use to directly increase serotonin and use long-term is L-Tryptophan. Avoid 5-HTP because while you may get the benefit short-term, most people find it stops working after 4 – 6 weeks.