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…
Neuroscience and Love Explained Wendy Yoder Ph.D. Neuroscientist Background The desire to fall in love is a universal characteristic. Unfortunately, myriad obstacles frequently hinder or otherwise disrupt the underlying neurochemical pathways necessary for emotional intimacy and romantic attachment. As a consequence, adverse physiological and psychological symptoms frequently manifest, resulting in progressive, often debilitating mental health…
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…
DamianaBackground Damiana, also known with its botanical name as Tunera Diffusa, is a small shrub with aromatic leaves that grows in Mexico, Central and South America, and the West Indies and it has traditionally been used as a physical tonic and aphrodisiac, prescribing it for both men and women. It is, actually, a supplement consisting…
Epimedium / IcariinBackground Epimedium (AKA Horny goat weed with the acronym: HGW) is an herb most popularly known for being a natural aphrodisiac and has traditionally been used to boost testosterone, hormone production and libido. Epimedium is produced in the plant which is the species called Epimedium, mostly grown in China, other parts of Asia,…
ForskolinBackground Forskolin, most commonly known as Coleus forskohlii, is an herb used in traditional medicine that may increase testosterone and induce fat loss, particularly in men. With its nootropic effects, Forskolin has been used for centuries in various forms of natural medicine in Brazil, eastern and central Africa, India, and other Asian countries with various…
MelatoninBackground Melatonin, also known as N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine, is a natural hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain and a neurotransmitter most known for its regulation of sleep. Melatonin production and release in the brain is naturally related to time of day, rising in the evening and falling in the morning. Generally, light at night…
Adaptogens in Chinese MedicineBackground Throughout ancient Chinese History and Chinese Medicine, there are keys to slow down the aging process and to also enhance brain function. In order to achieve longevity and clarity of thought, herbals were sought out and utilized for perhaps centuries. Certain herbs are often utilized after a person has past a…
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Nootropics for Better Sex Nootropic and sex drive It is an established fact that Nootropics are a class of medication related to the improvement of cognitive functioning in human beings. Cognitive performance refers to the process through which a person processes his or her thoughts. This is often closely related to memory, focus, concentration, learning,…