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
Matthew
October 17, 2022
I´ve been taking bacopa and it makes me feel really tired. I´ve been researching that is a sedative. Does the sedative affect go away on its own or will I have to deal with this?
David Tomen
October 17, 2022
Matthew, Bacopa seems to modulate brain levels of serotonin. You may be especially sensitive to this effect and if that’s the case then this is likely the wrong supplement for you.
Nik
October 15, 2022
Hi David,
I tried to leave a comment yesterday, but it didn´t work at all.
I love your site and could spent hours reading it. Thank you so much for your great work!
I have some questions regarding my own stack and hope you can help me out.
Can I just combine the Nootropics Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALCAR), Alpha Lipoic Acid, Caffeine, CDP-Choline, Rhodiola, CoQ10, PQQ if I want more Energy and Motivation or is it not a good idea to take all of them at the same time? I would also add some Lion’s Mane Mushroom and a B-Complex for Focus and Flow. What do you think about it?
For the Caffeine I would take some Green Tea extract. I didn´t find it on your list, but it should be a good source, right?
Can I combine all this stuff with a meal or is it recommended to take it without food? What would be the difference?
Thank you in advance and have a nice weekend.
Best regards,
Nik
David Tomen
October 22, 2022
Nik, it’s been days since I’ve had time to answer these questions. So it likely wasn’t you that was the problem.
You can use all of those supplements. But you need to go to each individual review for dosage recommendations. Because dosage is critical and timing during the day. Take them all at once with water and a tablespoon of unrefined coconut oil. The water soluble ingredients take care of themselves. And the oil activates bile acids and enzymes to ensure the fat-soluble ingredients are digested.
Javier
October 10, 2022
Hi David, I have medium sleep apnea. Every night I was taking cherry tart, magnesium and started to take lemon balm. However, I noticed that my sleep apnea got worsened when adding LB. I then researched and read that this may be do to muscle relaxation and there for accentuate the obstruction of my throat. I also read that magnesium may have this as a side effect (relaxed muscles). I stopped now altogether and the apnea seems better. Do you have any supplements that avoid muscle relaxation while providing a good night sleep?
David Tomen
October 10, 2022
Javier, you are certainly correct about magnesium because that is one of the ways it helps with sleep. But you need magnesium so I suggest using smaller doses 2 or 3 times during your day instead of before bed.
Have you tried L-Theanine, L-Tryptophan and/or CBD Oil for sleep?
Gil
October 6, 2022
Hi David,
Can you give me some help. Any nootropics to help regulate estrogen?
Thanks
David Tomen
October 6, 2022
Gil, they are not considered “nootropics” because they do not provide any direct benefit to the human brain.
But the most used supplement for controlling estrogen is DIM: https://geni.us/iY9cH (Amazon)
Aaron
October 6, 2022
you take a lot of supplements may I ask what your daily diet is like most of us can get vitamins from our food
David Tomen
October 6, 2022
Aaron, you do NOT get all the vitamins and minerals you need everyday from food and I can prove it. All you need to do is spend some time reading articles on this website and you’ll find all the proof you need.
Heather
October 5, 2022
Hi! Do you do consultations for children? My son is 12 with ADHD and ODD and trying to help him with his defiance and impulsive behavior.
David Tomen
October 5, 2022
Heather, I have done dozens of consultations with parents asking about using nootropics with kids. Keep in mind I am not a doctor. Nor had a played on on TV! So all I can do is share my experience and that of others in our community in using nootropics for various reasons including ADHD.
Levi
September 27, 2022
What can I take to help Tic?
David Tomen
September 27, 2022
Levi, according to this study L-Theanine and Vitamin B6: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8875106/
vurg
October 4, 2022
I’m an octogenarian. Several years ago, I was told by my doctor, I had anxiety disorder. In fact I was told that 9 out of 10 drs would say so. I had other issues, and pursued an answer through 6 doctors, 3 of them endocrinologists. One connected to a high end medical facility. I finally had the answer. Adrenal insufficiency. He didn’t give it a name, but I was put on over the counter items. I suspect a lot of the people given this test will have the same problem, but be given dangerous prescriptions.
David Tomen
October 5, 2022
Vurg, the best thing I have found for adrenal fatigue and which I use 3 – 4-times per day is this: https://geni.us/Xzo6 (Amazon)
Alan Johnson
September 16, 2022
I wonder if you could touch on Bee Propolis in your informatics series on your tube channel.Oh yes many thanks for all the good data you have disseminated there on you tube!
David Tomen
September 16, 2022
Alan, there is very little research on using Bee Propolis for nootropic benefit. Until that changes I will not be writing a review on that compound.
Alan Johnson
September 17, 2022
There are researchers beginning to study it for effects on aging brains now. But I understand your position. You don’t have to post this FYI only.
Thanks for responding and for all your efforts on your website.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7043876/
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-15-6799-5_17
David Tomen
September 17, 2022
Thanks Alan.