PicamilonBackground Picamilon, also known as N-nicotinoyl-GABA, nicotinyl-gamma-aminobutyric acid, pycamilon, and pikamilon, is a great nootropic drug formed by a synthetic combination of niacin molecule (vitamin B1) and GABA. It is a naturally occurring or synthetic substance that inhibits or retards oxidation reactions. This supplement is most commonly used to specifically facilitate learning or memory, particularly…
Coconut & MCT OilBackground Coconut oil is considered as one of the healthiest foods on the planet nowadays. It is extracted from the white flesh of mature coconuts harvested from coconut palm trees (Coco nucifera). Coconut oil is 90% saturated fat. Approximately 60% of the fats seem to be medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs) which include…
Rhodiola RoseaBackground Rhodiola rosea, also known as arctic root or golden root or rose root, is an adaptogenic herb that has wonderful fat-burning, energy-increasing, and brain-improving power. It has been a part of traditional medicine systems in parts of Europe, Asia and Russia for centuries. Rhodiola rosea has been used for cancer and tuberculosis, given…
Iodine Background Iodine is a trace mineral as well as an essential element of the thyroid hormones called triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) that regulate the metabolic functions of most cells and have an important role in the process of early growth and development of most organs, particularly the brain. Iodine has many neurological effects…
Phenethylamine Background Phenethylamine (PEA), also known as β-phenylethylamine, is a trace amine found in tiny amounts in the brain and is considered an influencer of many of the ‘happy hormones’ such as dopamine and serotonin.[1] Phenethylamine stimulates the body to make certain chemicals that play a role in depression and other psychiatric conditions. As a…
AdrafanilBackground Adrafinil, (the chemical name for the smart drug is CRL-40028, and also known by brand or trade name as Olmifon), is a pro-drug for the cognitive enhancer modafinil and synthetic nootropic compound not found in any dietary source. Adrafinil is a eugeroic closely related to modafinil and supplementation of adrafinil promotes wakefulness and alertness…
ArecolineBackground Arecoline is an alkaloid natural product derived from the betel nut, the fruit of the areca palm (Areca catechu) which is a widely used nut with betel leaf for their stimulant effects in many Asian countries. It is an odorless oily liquid that is soluble in water, alcohols, and ether. It is traditionally consumed…
BromantaneBackground Bromantane is primarily known as a mild psychostimulant, anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing), energy-booster, and an adaptogen. It has been used in Russia since the late 1980s without a prescription by the athletes and soldiers for increased performance. Bromantane is well-known as a stimulant and an anxiolytic.[1] It is also reported to improve physical and mental performance,…
Cocoa ExtractBackground Cocoa (also known as Cacao) extract is a bitter combination with a chocolate taste, made up of xanthine molecules (theobromine and caffeine) and procyanidins. Cocoa extract also refers to the bioactive compounds that include flavanols or flavonoids and (-)-epicatechin. Supplementing cocoa extract may provide cardiovascular and cognitive benefits through improved blood flow and…
Cordyceps sinensisBackground Cordyceps sinensis, also known with its changed modern name as Ophiocordyceps sinensis, is a well-known insect or caterpillar fungus or mushroom, naturally distributed in the Tibetan Plateau of Asia. With its amazing nootropic properties, Cordyceps sinensis has gained popularity in the fitness industry due to its effects on workout and athletic performance. Cordyceps…