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 - 1,827 comments
Roberto
November 7, 2021
Do you know if Vyvanse would have any contraindications with Aniracetam or any Racetam ?
David Tomen
November 8, 2021
It is not contraindicated.
Phil
November 2, 2021
Hi David, out of interest – were you diagnosed ADD at an adolescent age or in adulthood? Trying to decipher recent strong feelings of inattentiveness in the last 12-18 months, that don’t feel like that when I was in a ‘good’ place before that. Basically the last 12-18 I’ve felt ADD but not sure I was before then. Question more for a doc and assessment but was interested. Thanks, Phil
David Tomen
November 2, 2021
Phil, I was diagnosed well into adulthood but struggled with focus all my adult life. And thought it was some kind of moral failing. I bought the books on how to focus and how to be a good executive. But it wasn’t until I met this rock star psychiatrist in Palm Beach that I found out what my problem was.
Phil Muggeridge
November 2, 2021
Thanks David for your openness. Was your lack of focus persistent, all the time and all areas of life? Like I said I don’t think I’ve always felt this way, just feels very now. It’s frustrating when trying to apply yourself to work or normal tasks.
I’ve tended to pin it on stress induced anxiety and depression.
Mary Ann Holley
November 1, 2021
Dear Mr. Tomen, where do you get your Quercetin? I can not find it. Thank you, Maryann Holley
David Tomen
November 1, 2021
Mary Ann, we use this one from Double Wood Supplements: https://amzn.to/3q12YIb
Mary Ann Holley
November 1, 2021
Dear Mr. Tomen, My name is Maryann Holley. I recently purchased your book titled “Head First”. which was down loaded to my lap top. I would have preferred a hard copy incase my laptop breaks down. I do not have a cloud and I am not very good with computers. I tried to move the down load to my USB drive so I could save it but it won’t let me move it to the USB drive. Is there anyway to get a hard copy of your book please? And thank you. P.s.s.s I think your site and videos are great. Thank you for your service to the Human Race. Your info on the brain has saved me and my children with their ADHD, sleep disorders, Depression and over all well Being. My email is mlewis1617@hotmail.com. I purchased your book today 11/1/21 just a few hours ago. Sincerily, Maryann Holley
David Tomen
November 1, 2021
Mary Ann, Head First is available in digital format for now. I’m working on the 2nd Edition which will be offered as a hard cover but that will not be available until sometime in early 2022.
You should be able to go back to the original confirmation email with the download links and download it again but this time to a USB drive. I just checked the links and they are still live and good for another 62 hours.
Vadim
December 31, 2021
Hello
Will the second edition be on paper only?
If not, when will it be?
Does it make sense to buy the first edition now or wait until 2 appears?
David Tomen
December 31, 2021
Vadim, I would not wait for the 2nd Edition of Head First because the publishers where asking or it last March. And it still isn’t ready. It will be digital, hardcover and paperback when it is published.
Vadim
January 2, 2022
Thank you!
Don R Beuch
October 25, 2021
DO YOU SELL THE PHYSICAL BOOK? I DON’T HAVE A PRINTER. I WOULD ALSO LIKE THE OTHER GUIDE. MY SON SUFFERS FROM BIPOLAR AND ANXIETY AND LYMES DISEASE.
YOUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL IS GREAT
David Tomen
October 26, 2021
Don, Head First in only available for iPad, Kindle or as a PDF.
Nick
October 22, 2021
That is my favorite website ! Really amazing ! I never read in this blog information about nootropics for develop creativity . Something that can develop the brain from the emotional and creativity side, (like LSD). There is so little information in internet about this topic.
Nick
October 22, 2021
Do you know if you can help in someway about this topic? Do you have some suggestions?
David Tomen
October 26, 2021
Nick, do you mean an article such as “Best Nootropics for Creativity“? Sounds like a good idea and I’ll add it to my “to-do” list. Thanks.
Con
October 22, 2021
Tryptophan makes me sleep very well, but it gives me nightmares every night i take it on any dose, how can i avoid that?
David Tomen
October 26, 2021
Con, it’s not the L-Tryptophan that is causing nightmares but it’s facilitating them. The Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends cognitive behavioral therapy for treating the root cause of nightmares.
In the meantime, you can try Valerian, GABA, L-Theanine, magnesium and/or CBD Oil help you sleep and see if that helps. If the same thing happens then see suggestion #1.
M Garcia
October 21, 2021
Thank you so much for the information provided here. It has been very helpful. My daughter has a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder and she has not responded very well to anti-psychotics until we tried NAC. I have so many questions. What is a good way to reach you?
David Tomen
October 27, 2021
Best way is scheduling a consultation with me here: https://nootropicsexpert.com/personal-consultations/