The human body is home to trillions of microorganisms that play a significant role in our health, and we already know that consuming some bacteria as a supplement – popularly known as probiotics – can have health benefits such as improved digestion. But according to new research spearheaded by Irish psychiatry professor Ted Dinan, human bacteria may be even more influential … [Read more...]
Nootropic
Nootropics are natural or synthetic substances used to support brain health and improve various aspects of cognitive function, including memory, focus, concentration, attention, mood, alertness, stress resistance & motivation. They can have several mechanisms of action, such as enhancing brain chemicals, promoting brain circulation, and fighting inflammation. Combining nootropics into "stacks" may maximize mental performance by boosting multiple brain pathways at the same time.
Forskolin as a Nootropic
Forskolin may improve memory and learning by promoting neurocommunication. Forskolin is a natural chemical derived from the roots of the Indian Coleus plant that increases cAMP in the brain, which may help to: Improve memory. Forskolin may help with long-term memory formation and access. Enhance learning. Better long-term memory function can also help learning and … [Read more...]
L-Glutamine as a Nootropic
Amino acid L-Glutamine may help support the neurotransmitters glutamate & GABA. L-glutamine is an amino acid with a wide variety of functions in the human body. Although it has not been shown to boost cognitive performance, L-Glutamine does seem play a role in healthy brain function by: Maintaining production of the neurotransmitters glutamate and GABA. Glutamate in … [Read more...]
Nootropics for Motivation – Biohacking Brain Chemistry for Maximum Drive
“The fight is won or lost far away from witnesses—behind the lines, in the gym, and out there on the road, long before I dance under those lights.” – Muhammad Ali Before his “Rumble in the Jungle” against champion George Foreman, before the infamous “phantom punch” that floored Sonny Liston, before the 1960 Summer Olympics, Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr. began his boxing career … [Read more...]
Creatine as a Nootropic
A popular ingredient in sports nutrition supplements, creatine may also have potent nootropic properties. Creatine is an organic compound widely used for boosting athletic performance. However, recent research indicates that it may also be beneficial for brain health and performance. More specifically, creatine appears to: Maintain a healthy brain energy metabolism. … [Read more...]
