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.

Buy Nootropics

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.

Nootropics Guide

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.

Nootropics List

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.

Best Nootropics

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Where to Buy Nootropics

Wondering where to buy nootropics? Well, you’re in the right place. Because here you will find the nootropic supplements that I personally use and recommend. Each supplement has a link to the company store and product that I use. I also include a link to my full review for each supplement here on Nootropics Expert® […]

The Definitive Guide to Nootropics

Nootropics can help increase your memory, boost learning ability, improve your mood and assist overall brain function. If you’re new to nootropics, or wonder about the difference between a nootropic and a smart drug, then this page is for you. Here you’ll find the definition of a nootropic, how to pronounce the word “nootropic”, the […]

The Most Comprehensive Nootropics List

This is our big list of the most popular Nootropics in use today. Here you’ll learn what each nootropic is, what it does and suggested dosages. What is this List of Nootropics About? Nootropic supplements are cognitive enhancers aiming to improve brain function. Whether you are looking to treat mild cognitive impairment, improve mental focus, or biohack […]



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Join The Discussion - 1,827 comments

Aria
March 14, 2022

I noticed a big difference in my memory, ability and confidence after taking a stack with mushrooms, mainly Lions mane. But started suffering terrible gut pain after I do. Is there a type of formulation that doasn’t cause this? extract vs powder, or taking it with a particular food?
Its the thing that has worked best for so far, Id appreciate some advice.
Thank you
Aria

Jesse Garcia
March 12, 2022

Really enjoy all your videos. I share your site and lots of your videos with many people in my church in San Antonio, Tx. I appreciate your work.

My question sir, is what comments do you have on Benfotiamine?

Saw to today on Dr Eric Burgs channel.
Thank you for your answer. Blessings on you and your family.

    David Tomen
    March 13, 2022

    Jesse, my research shows that while Benfotiamine is a good source of thiamine and more bioavailable than regular thiamine. But it cannot easily cross the blood-brain barrier. Sulbutiamine is a better choice for nootropic benefit.

Coco
March 8, 2022

Nootropics that act like a MAO-B?

    David Tomen
    March 8, 2022

    Oat Straw extract

OA
February 28, 2022

Where can I purchase Methylene blue.

    David Tomen
    February 28, 2022

    You can still purchase it here: https://bit.ly/2PCwgwS. But they are going out of business at the end of March. So if you like this product I suggest you stock up.

nancy renwick
February 26, 2022

Thank you for sharing the secrets of the Optimized Brain “Nootropicsexpert” my husband suffered from the following, but has improved from the herbs in your book. Cognitive decline, short memory and recall. His memory is boosted, concentration and reaction time as well as focus has been enhanced as well as a host of other benefits. Doctors were no help the only thing they said he as dementia. I feel I have my husband back thanks to your research. It would be nice to have the Headfirst in a PDF. Thank you again. The Renwicks

    David Tomen
    February 28, 2022

    Nancy, that is the nicest compliment you could possibly share so thank you.

    You can get a copy of Head First as a PDF, or for Kindle or iPad for only $37 right here: https://nootropicsexpert.com/store/

Michel
February 25, 2022

Do you have any videos or blogs on Modafinil or Armodafinil?

    David Tomen
    February 25, 2022

    Michel, I only review natural nootropic supplements and not “smart drugs”. Anything that helps the human brain but does not require a prescription to get it in most countries around the world. I consider Modafinil and Armodafinil to be smart drugs and not nootropics.

Sever Mihnea MOLDOVAN
February 17, 2022

Hello,
when one looks at the effects of Nootropics on the site “Examine [dot] com”, it appears that most of them have minor or inconsistant effects (or not at all) ; a majority lacks of studies (Coluracetam didn’t have any human stude – as an example). Finally, there are very few nootropics that had proved their efficacity. That contrast strongly with the facts one can read in your very documentad book “Head First”. Can I have you opinion, please ? Thank you.
Dr. Moldovan

    David Tomen
    February 18, 2022

    Dr. Moldovan, all of the supplements I have reviewed here on Nootropics Expert each contain dozens of peer-reviewed clinical studies demonstrating how each of these supplements work. It’s the reason Nootropics Expert is the world authority on nootropic supplements and Examine isn’t.

George
February 17, 2022

I have suffered sleep deprivation for many years only getting 4-5 hours and broken at that. I might sleep 2 hours then wake up for 3 and then sleep another 2

I feel over the years it has damaged my brain

how can I help heal any damage done? what do you suggest?

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