Time-tested Ayurvedic herb gotu kola may rejuvenate the brain and ease anxiety. Gotu kola is a herb with a long history of use in traditional medicinal systems of Southeast Asia, including India. Gotu kola appears to have several nootropic actions, such as: Reducing anxiety, possibly through interacting with the relaxation-promoting neurotransmitter GABA. Improving … [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.
Kava Kava as a Nootropic
Psychoactive Polynesian herb Kava Kava may help ease anxiety, improve mood and support overall cognitive function. Kava kava is a plant found in the Pacific Islands that has been used to brew a traditional Polynesian psychoactive drink. As a nootropic, kava may help to: Reduce anxiety. Kava has proven quite reliable in treating anxiety, and is backed by clinical … [Read more...]
SAMe as a Nootropic
Versatile molecule SAMe supports brain function via multiple mechanisms. SAMe is a naturally-occurring compound found throughout the body that is heavily involved in a number of important biochemical reactions. As a nootropic, SAMe appears to: Help with mood; its efficacy has been compared with popular synthetic drugs for emotional balance. Fight age-related … [Read more...]
Kratom as a Nootropic
Kratom is a controversial South Asian herb with conflicted evidence for nootropic brain benefits. Kratom is a traditional herb that has recently come under fire from the United States FDA and DEA, to the dismay of loyal kratom users. While it is popular recreationally, especially for promoting physical comfort, it may also have nootropic applications by: Increasing … [Read more...]
Nootropics for Energy
As much as we rely on our brains for... well, practically everything, there's been a growing consensus that the brain is, deep down, truly a total jerk. Why else would it motivate you to workout only to immediately bombard you with cravings for pizza & Netflix soon as you step foot in the gym? Or ask you to go to bed early around 8:00 pm only to keep you up until 2:00 am … [Read more...]
