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 - 1,837 comments
Nad
May 14, 2024
Have you considered Armodafinil? It may be better than modafanil.
David Tomen
June 11, 2024
Nad, Armodafinil is a derivative of Modafinil with a longer half life. So its effects should last longer. But my doctor prescribed Modafinil so that is what I use. And it works for me.
Greg
April 26, 2024
Hi David, I am a life time stutterer and I’ve read that recent research shows that part of the stuttering puzzle is excessive dopamine in the speech centers of the brain. The thinking is that the excessive dopamine over excites the speech centers and interrupts the signals that control speech. Drugs that tone down dopamine have as a side effect more fluent speech. The problem is that side effects of those drugs are unpleasant and people cannot tolerate taking the drugs for very long. The search is for a drug that targets the dopamine in the speech centers of the brain but has limited side effects. in the mean time I have been trying various nootropics hoping I might come upon something that will help my speech. I have tried a number of herbs and vitamins on the nootropics list but have not found success. I am hesitant about taking the Racetams. If excessive dopamine is the problem, can you point out the nootropics that may limit dopamine? Or the nootropics that improve fluency? Thanks
David Tomen
May 8, 2024
Greg, Aniracetam, CDP-Choline, L-Theanine, Phosphatidylserine (PS), Piracetam, and Uridine Monophosphate have all been shown to help assist verbal fluency.
roberto
May 10, 2024
David im taking pregabalin for depression and make wonders, however i feel after 3 years a lack of energy
and motivation ,how i can repare my Gabaergic sistem or how i can supply instead of pregabalin to motivation and depression
thanks¡
David Tomen
May 10, 2024
Roberto, pregabalin is an inhibitor of a subunit of specific voltage-gated calcium channels. Which in turn prevents the release of most of your major neurotransmitters. I am not aware of any nootropic that works the same way. Your lack of energy and motivation is because this drug prevents the release of dopamine and norepinephrine.
Stopping the use of this drug is the only way to restore your energy and motivation. Which I do NOT recommend. And not qualified to recommend.
Si Si
April 25, 2024
Hi David,
Hope you are well. Will taking NAC long term blunt our body’s ability to produce glutathione?
In addition, can NAC be taken together with other supplements that support biological hormesis (e.g., Sulforaphane)? I’ve read that NAC might cancel out other supplements’ effect given that it activates NRF2 indirectly as a precursor to Glutathione, whilst Sulforaphane activate NRF2 through generating minor ROS.
David Tomen
April 25, 2024
I use both and have never had a problem. NAC just like any other supplement will provide whatever benefits it offers if your body and/or diet cannot provide those nutrients. They do not ‘blunt’ your natural ability to produce what your body needs.
Mona
April 23, 2024
Can lithium orotate be taken in conjunction with Abilify or other antipsychotic medications safely?
David Tomen
April 24, 2024
Mona, you’ll need to ask your doctor this question. Lithium Orotate is a very low dose of lithium. Nothing like the Lithium Carbonate that psychiatrists prescribe.
Joseph Seminetta
April 23, 2024
Hi:
I have been reading about the positive cognitive effects of Dihexa. It should be safe given that it is just a peptide (amino acids). Do you have any thoughts on it? Thanks.
David Tomen
April 24, 2024
Joseph, Dihexa is an experimental drug with very few clinical studies to show if it is safe or not safe to use. I would personally not use it.
Nina
April 21, 2024
My dear David, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart because through your information I was able to get out of the quagmire I was stuck in….for years.
Since the brain chapter has been covered enough by you, think if you could with all the knowledge you already have, go a little further on the subject of Health.
I believe that the Father of Medicine Hippocrates spoke about the health of the Digestive System and not just the gut. The digestive system starts from the mouth, so that’s where we have to focus for the beginning on the Health journey. Looking for evidence I discovered that many amino acids (which you have already mentioned and are well aware of) are involved in good oral health which is not widely known. Think about whether you want to take this matter further.
Also another thought of mine is to have some space on your site that would be dedicated to the experiences of your readers regarding some substances that may have helped them without you being responsible for what will be mentioned there, just anyone who wants to look for it more and to have a discussion.
These are my thoughts.
Thanks again for the help I received from you. I am truly grateful.
David Tomen
April 22, 2024
Nina, thanks for the suggestion. But in about 6 weeks or so I’ll be launching a closed community for anyone who is interested in sharing their experience. More on this in the next couple of weeks.
Nina
April 25, 2024
Great news!! I’m waiting for….
Will
April 19, 2024
Hi David, just wondering how to gain access to the Head First first edition again? I bought the eBook but my laptop has stopped working which had it saved. I’ve looked through my emails and can’t locate it…
Also, do you have it in book format yet or is it still only eBook?
Thanks.
David Tomen
April 19, 2024
Will, Head First 1st Edition is no longer available. If you send me an email I can email you a PDF. But you are better off getting Head First 2nd Edition. Its more complete at 962 pages. And is available on Amazon for a very reasonable price. Or get the Hard Cover or paperback which should arrive in a couple of days. https://geni.us/K1Bv
Larry B.
April 19, 2024
Hi David, I have a question regarding Uridine Monophosphate and Gotu Kola. From what I’ve read and Understand about Uridine is that Uridine improves Neuroplasticity. Gotu Kola increases the Dendrite’s length and connection to other Neurons. If this is the case then what is the Difference between the two Supplements with regard to their Action in the Brain and Contribution to Cognitive function?
David Tomen
April 19, 2024
Larry, Uridine Monophosphate is natural and is a pyrimidine nucleoside that is one of 4 components that make up RNA (ribonucleic acid) in your body and brain. Gotu Kola is an herb.