Optimind is an all-natural nutritional supplement that’s skyrocketing in popularity as of late, especially among online fans of nootropics. According to Current Medical Chemistry, nootropics have been shown to boost cognitive function in healthy individuals. Another study from the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease shows that nootropics can even help prevent memory disorders like Alzheimer’s and […]
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Ever since its initial release, Modafinil has been making waves as a highly effective and highly sought after brain supplement. If you’re not familiar with the compound, you can think of it as an energy-boosting, fatigue-fighting pill that has secondary benefits as a cognitive and memory enhancer. It is frequently used to fight sleeping conditions […]
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Every once in a while, my brain just doesn’t want to kick into gear. I’ll sit at my desk and struggle to get anything done. The worst is when one of these mental off days is paired with a due date for an important assignment. In the past, I’d load up on coffee and try […]
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As featured on Epic Beasts and Reppin’ Christ Fitness, Powder City was an online nootropic vendor that offered a range of products for everything from cognitive enhancement and mood support to bodybuilding supplements and sexual health aids. Their mission statement made it clear where they stood among supplement suppliers. As their About Us page explained: […]
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UPDATE 2017: CS closed the shop (for now). They did say they would re-open but their website is gone and you cannot place any orders. The pressures of life these days can bog you down both physically and mentally. I know first-hand just how overwhelming balancing work, family, and lifestyle can be at times. I had […]
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This is my review of VitaMonk, an online nootropics store, and welcome surprise in the sometimes murky space of online supplements and nootropics companies. Here, I’ll explain what you can get through their website, and how their order process works, and a bit on the company values which is what can matter most. As the popularity […]
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Soviet physician and scientist Nikolai Lazarev coined the word “adaptogen” in 1947. It’s derived from the Latin adaptare (to adjust or adapt). Adaptogenic compounds were developed to improve performance in athletes, military personnel, and government officials. The Soviets were intent on expanding the working capacity of citizens. And bolstering military strength. At first, Lazarev investigated […]
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Adderall is one of the most frequently prescribed medications in the United States. Nearly 5 million Americans take the drug legally with a prescription, according to Citizens Commission on Human Rights. Drugs.com goes on to state that the vast majority of those people are taking Adderall to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). A small […]
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“There are no insignificant psychedelic experiences.” —Alexander Shulgin What is “Candy Flipping?” It’s a phrase that has found its way into the collective cultural consciousness in the last few years, appearing in rap songs and across message boards. It was even used as the moniker for a UK EDM (Electric Dance Music) group in the early-Nineties. […]
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An Examination of Humankind’s Relationship with Modern Models of Communication & More in the Post-iPhone/Post-iTunes World You’ve doubtlessly seen it for yourself when commuting to work—A sea of people crisscrossing each other with arms extended, staring blankly at their cell phones, nearly getting hit by cars as they blindly step off the curb. They walk […]
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