Calming neurotransmitter GABA lowers anxiety and induces relaxation. GABA is a relaxation-promoting neurotransmitter naturally present in the brain. Supplementing GABA may have some nootropic benefits, namely: Reduction of anxiety. Similar to the GABA naturally found in the brain, GABA supplements seem to reduce anxiety and stress. Potential improvement of mood. … [Read more...]
Ashwagandha as a Nootropic
Ashwagandha is one of the best natural ways to reduce anxiety, and might also improve depression and neurodegenerative conditions. The ancient Indian herb ashwagandha has long been used to calm the mind and resist all sorts of stress. As a nootropic, its primary benefits seem to be: Reduction of anxiety. Ashwagandha reduces neuron activity, lowering anxiety and … [Read more...]
Ephedra for Fat Loss
Traditional Asian herb ephedra is effective for weight loss but can cause serious side effects. Ephedra is a herb popularly used as a fat burner. Ephedra's active ingredient ephedrine promotes fat loss through: Speeding up metabolism. Ephedrine stimulates the body's heat production and fat breakdown, resulting in more calories being burned. Overview Ephedra (Ephedra … [Read more...]
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) — the most powerful and misunderstood male hormone?
Worried about losing your hair? Then you're probably also worried about DHT: The androgen hormone that's been vilified as "The Big Bald Wolf." DHT does play a role in hair loss, but that’s based largely on genetics. Essentially, if your genes make your hair follicles vulnerable to the male hormone – then DHT can make you go bald. Conversely, if you’re one of the lucky guys … [Read more...]
CLA for Fat Loss
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may promote weight loss and support muscle mass, but research is conflicting. Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a fatty acid naturally found in meat, milk, and other dairy products. Although research evidence is contradictory, the potential body composition benefits of CLA include: Reduced fat accumulation. CLA may be able to supress … [Read more...]
