Saffron, the dried red stigmas of a small purple crocus is one of the most expensive and sought after spices in the world. For over 3000 years it’s been used mainly as a natural additive in cooking to enhance flavor, color, and aroma. The origin of Crocus sativus can be traced back to the Late Bronze Age …
Over the last few years, Methylene Blue’s popularity has exploded due to its promotion by popular biohackers and influential voices in the health and wellness space. Methylene blue has been used as an antiseptic and medication for various diseases since the 1800s. It also happens to be one of the most potent brain boosters in …
Lion’s Mane – An Overview Lion’s Mane (scientific name Hericium erinaceus, also known as “yamabushitake”) is a medicinal mushroom with clinically proven nootropic powers. It is used for: Improved cognition Better mood Eliminating brain fog Neurogenesis Brain health and protection Lion’s Mane is one of the most powerful (possibly THE most powerful) natural supplements for …
What Is Celastrus Paniculatus ‘Celastrus Paniculatus’ is a climbing shrub that stems up to 10 cm. This herb is dispersed throughout tropical and subtropical forests of the Himalayas, India. Traditionally, it is referred to as Jyotishmati, Malkangani, black oil plant, and the intellect tree. The seeds of Celastrus and the oil extracted from Malkangani flowers …
Qualia Mind is one of the most advanced cognitive-enhancing dietary supplements on the market today. It’s touted by many high performers along with some of the biggest names in the health and wellness space as a nootropic powerhouse! So what makes this product so special? Let’s take a closer look… It was formulated by top …
Mucuna Pruriens is a natural nootropic with many mental and physical benefits. It does everything from boost dopamine to male sex hormones. The following article goes deep into the benefits of mucuna pruriens, who its good for, and how to best use it. History of Mucuna Pruriens As A Traditional Medicine Mucuna pruriens is native …
L-carnitine is a nutrient that the body needs in order to keep it functioning properly. In recent years, this amino acid has been promoted as an effective weight loss aid because of its ability to turn fat into energy and lower our levels of insulin – which can make you feel more comfortable about continuing …
Cordyceps Mushroom – An Overview Cordyceps refers to a genus of 400+ parasitic mushrooms that grow on insect larvae, digesting them, and growing long sprouts that can be harvested. Despite the somewhat disgusting origins of these fungi, they may actually have some powerful nootropic and health benefits. And don’t worry, actually harvesting cordyceps from larvae …
L-Glutamine – An Overview Glutamine is the most abundant and versatile amino acid in the body. This makes it one of the most fundamentally essential factors in protein synthesis, metabolism, glutamate production, and many other functions. Glutamine is the precursor of glutamate (Glu) and γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which are the main excitatory and inhibitory neurotransmitters, …
Memantine – An Overview Memantine is a synthetic compound that may have some nootropic benefits, including: Improving Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia Treating ADHD Lowering Anxiety Improving Memory Treating Addiction/Withdrawal It was first synthesized in the 1960’s, and it works by blocking NMDA receptors in the brain. This is a unique method of action, and …
Centrophenoxine – An Overview Centrophenoxine (sold as Lucidril, Centrophenoxin, Cerutil, Helfergin, or meclofenoxate) is a nootropic that is used as a prescription drug in some European countries as well as Japan. It may have nootropic benefits for: Memory and learning Anti-aging Cerebral blood flow Neuroprotection Centrophenoxine is a potent nootropic agent that acts as an …
Phosphatidylcholine – An Overview Phosphatidylcholine is a phospholipid that forms a critical part of the membrane in each cell in your body. It makes up about 30% of the lipids in your cells, making it one of the most abundant compounds in your nervous system. This makes it a very important substance that can affect …