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The 3 Best Nootropics for Mental Energy
Nootropics are widely known for enhancing specific cognitive abilities such as concentration, learning capacity, memory and mood. But many nootropics can also work more generally by increasing mental energy, which in turn optimizes all aspects of physical and cognitive performance. What Is Mental Energy? Mental energy is a very old concept that has only recently […]
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The 4 Best Nootropics For Sex (That Raise More Than Your IQ)
Sex is a major component of our lives and, from an evolutionary perspective, is arguably the only thing that matters to us. These days sex isn’t only about procreation. The advent of contraceptives and knowledge advances in family planning have helped create a world full of sensual delights that don’t lead to children draining our […]
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What are the most powerful nootropics?
How do we define power? How we define strength? When it comes to nootropics, “powerful” means effective. The most powerful nootropics are the ones that yield the greatest results, whether that be increased mood, sharper focus, or better memory recall. Out of thousands of legal nootropics on the market today, there is just a handful that I […]
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In the Zone: How To Consistently Achieve Flow State Work
When I think back on those occasions when I’ve been most productive, it has always been when the work felt effortless. These episodes of intense focus and creativity did require time and energy, but I felt so absorbed in the activity that I hardly noticed it. This mental state of effortless-work is referred to by […]
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Nootropics & Sex: Can smart drugs help you in the bedroom?
Nootropics can be used for a variety of purposes based on their biochemical properties. Usually, we think of them as being used for intellectual endeavors such as studying or getting ahead at work. However, many of them have been known for being useful for entertainment purposes as well. As humans, what is usually […]
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Is Turmeric (Curcumin) a Nootropic?
One of the most common questions I get from readers is, “does turmeric qualify as a nootropic?” The answer: an emphatic yes, turmeric is a nootropic. But… The fast majority of turmeric’s benefits come from constituent compounds called curcuminoids, the most beneficial one being curcumin. Note that turmeric contains just ~3% curcumin, so it would […]
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Neurogenesis: How To Increase Nerve Growth Factor (NGF)
Can the human brain keep expanding and reshaping itself throughout adulthood? You bet it can. And some of today’s most exciting neuroscience research is uncovering surprising new ways to promote brain growth that can enhance our minds, moods, and cognitive abilities as long as we live. The irrefutable evidence of adult neurogenesis, or the brain’s […]
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Alternative Anxiety Medication: Do OTC Supplements Work?
Suffer from anxiety? If you live in the US, you’re not alone. In fact, roughly 20% of the US population – or one in five people – is affected with social anxiety disorder. Like many, you’ve probably tried buying OTC supplements – some kind of herbal remedy to treat your anxiety without the need for […]
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The Rising Popularity of Nootropics: What It Means For Startups
Cognitive enhancing nootropics – more colloquially referred to as ‘smart drugs’ – continue to make waves as investors splash the nootropics industry with more capital. Nootropics are not new, but information about nootropics has spread rapidly, thanks in large part to the internet. However, there is still much that is unknown about nootropics and with their rising popularity, this unregulated […]
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7 Effective Over-the-Counter Medications For Focus and Concentration
Folklore has alluded to the existence of ‘magic potions’ which can build superhuman strength, mental prowess, stamina, and reflexes. Have you ever wondered if these could ever be real? Asterix has ‘magic potion’(creative, right?), Popeye has spinach, Ironman has money… oh, wait… We’ll stop at Popeye for now. I’m writing this to tell you that this […]
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