Overview Phenibut (aminophenylbutyric acic) is a drug developed in the Soviet Union in the 1960s primarily for the treatment of anxiety, insomnia, PTSD, and depression. In some countries it is sold as a prescription, and in the US it… Continue Reading
Overview Ashwagandha is an adaptogen (herbs which reduce stress, fatigue, and promote homeostasis) and is often referred to as Indian Ginseng for its use in Ayurvedic medicine. Ashwagandha appears to be most effective for alleviating anxiety, reducing stress,… Continue Reading
Acetylcholine one of the primary neurotransmitters in mammalian brains. Among the many roles that acetylcholine plays in the brain, the most relevant is its importance in regulating learning, memory, and attention. Because of this fact, nootropics that raise… Continue Reading
Choline is nutrient that is present in many of the foods we eat. Eggs are one of the richest sources of choline and contain about 1.5g per egg. In the brain, choline is converted into acetylcholine – a neurotransmitter… Continue Reading
Racetams are a class of nootropics that all share a similar chemical structure. They are all known to exhibit cognitive-enhancing properties. Despite this, each racetam is different from the last, and the full pharmacological profiles are are often… Continue Reading
How Nootropics Can Enhance Motivation Many people struggle with motivation. A lack of motivation can make it hard to be productive and often results in procrastination. From a neurological perspective, motivation can have many causes. The neurotransmitter dopamine… Continue Reading
How the Uridine Stack Can Enhance Synaptogenesis The uridine stack is most commonly cited for its ability to improve synaptogenesis. Synaptogenesis is the formation of new synapses between neurons in the brain. While synaptogenesis is a lifelong process,… Continue Reading
Overview Sulbutiamine is a synthetic form of Vitamin B1 (thiamine). It is one of the oldest nootropics available, having been developed in Japan in the 1960s. It consists of two thiamine molecules that are held together by a sulfur group.… Continue Reading
How Nootropics Can Be Used to Alleviate Depression Depressive illness devastates millions of lives. Modern psychiatric medicine often proves very ineffective in treating it, with SRRI’s being the most commonly diagnosed drug. In many cases depression is viewed… Continue Reading
Overview Selank is a nootropic peptide developed in Russia. It is a synthetic analogue of the tetrapeptide tuftsin that provides anxiolytic, psychostimulatory, and antidepressant effects. It’s also been shown to cause alterations in the expression of genes involved in inflammation.… Continue Reading