nootropics
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Discussions about nootropics, i.e. compounds whose action improves human thinking, learning, and memory
About caffeine:
→ It's socially acceptable cocaine
→ Most users are mindless about the fact that it's a highly, highly addictive stimulant
→ It's OK to consume it daily — just be mindful that you're addicted
→ It's socially acceptable cocaine
→ Most users are mindless about the fact that it's a highly, highly addictive stimulant
→ It's OK to consume it daily — just be mindful that you're addicted
Is any pharma company working on an eugeroic with a shorter half-life than modafinil?
e.g. 6 hours instead of 12
e.g. 6 hours instead of 12
If traveling to EthCC has left you sleep-deprived, consider taking modafinil:
https://x.com/PaulRBerg/status/1706236092163178961
https://x.com/PaulRBerg/status/1706236092163178961
Nootropics for boosting creativity:
→ Lion's Mane Mushroom
→ Psilocybin (microdosing)
→ Aniracetam
→ Bacopa Monnieri
→ Lion's Mane Mushroom
→ Psilocybin (microdosing)
→ Aniracetam
→ Bacopa Monnieri
If you care about sleep, caffeine should be avoided in the afternoon/ evening.
Here's a list of nootropics that are fine to take after midday:
→ Exogenous Ketones
→ Noopept
→ Nicotine (low-dose)
→ Rhodiola Rosea
→ Lion's Mane Mushroom
→ L-Theanine
→ L-Tyrosine
Here's a list of nootropics that are fine to take after midday:
→ Exogenous Ketones
→ Noopept
→ Nicotine (low-dose)
→ Rhodiola Rosea
→ Lion's Mane Mushroom
→ L-Theanine
→ L-Tyrosine
Caffeine is such a powerful nootropic when used in moderation.
It's a shame that the majority of the population is addicted and takes it daily in high doses.
It's a shame that the majority of the population is addicted and takes it daily in high doses.
How to get the most out of cognitive enhancers and not get addicted:
Rotate them! e.g.
→ Caffeine on Monday
→ Modafinil on Tuesday
→ Phenylpiracetam on Wednesday
→ Caffeine again on Thursday
→ Nicotine on Friday
Then, take at least a day off during the weekend.
Rotate them! e.g.
→ Caffeine on Monday
→ Modafinil on Tuesday
→ Phenylpiracetam on Wednesday
→ Caffeine again on Thursday
→ Nicotine on Friday
Then, take at least a day off during the weekend.
How to beat the afternoon slump:
→ Deep breathing
→ 3 minute meditation
→ Light stretching
→ Low-dose nicotine (e.g. 1mg)
→ Supplement w/ Rhodiola Rosea
→ Supplement w/ L-Theanine (especially if consuming caffeine)
→ Deep breathing
→ 3 minute meditation
→ Light stretching
→ Low-dose nicotine (e.g. 1mg)
→ Supplement w/ Rhodiola Rosea
→ Supplement w/ L-Theanine (especially if consuming caffeine)
Low-dose nicotine is an underrated nootropic.
My modafinil protocol:
→ Take within 1h of waking up
→ Take on an empty stomach (2hrs before and after)
→ Supplement Alpha GPC, L-Theanine, and Rhodiola throughout the day
Frequency:
→ 2-3 times per week at most
→ Periodic 1-2 week-long breaks
→ Exception: always take when sleep-deprived
→ Take within 1h of waking up
→ Take on an empty stomach (2hrs before and after)
→ Supplement Alpha GPC, L-Theanine, and Rhodiola throughout the day
Frequency:
→ 2-3 times per week at most
→ Periodic 1-2 week-long breaks
→ Exception: always take when sleep-deprived
Sleep is the ultimate nootropic - never compromise on it.
"I drink multiple cups of coffee per day because it helps me stay focused".
No, daily use of caffeine doesn't make you focused compared to baseline.
You're just addicted to and have a dependency on it.
Caffeine is the most overrated and misunderstood molecule in the world.
No, daily use of caffeine doesn't make you focused compared to baseline.
You're just addicted to and have a dependency on it.
Caffeine is the most overrated and misunderstood molecule in the world.
My top 5 favorite nootropics:
→ Modafinil (alertness and wakefulness)
→ Caffeine + L-Theanine (alert relaxation)
→ Rhodiola Rosea (combats stress and fatigue)
→ Lion's Mane Mushroom (creativity and curiosity)
→ Phenylpiracetam (ergogenic)
→ Modafinil (alertness and wakefulness)
→ Caffeine + L-Theanine (alert relaxation)
→ Rhodiola Rosea (combats stress and fatigue)
→ Lion's Mane Mushroom (creativity and curiosity)
→ Phenylpiracetam (ergogenic)
Very few people are aware of how highly addictive caffeine is.
Fun fact: modafinil is the only stimulant approved by the U.S. Military for use in combat operations
Modafinil is a class above caffeine.
→ Less addictive
→ More powerful and longer-lasting
→ Little to no impact on falling asleep (if taken early in the morning)
→ Alleviates sleep deprivation
I don't understand why it requires a prescription while caffeine is available OTC.
→ Less addictive
→ More powerful and longer-lasting
→ Little to no impact on falling asleep (if taken early in the morning)
→ Alleviates sleep deprivation
I don't understand why it requires a prescription while caffeine is available OTC.
A list of nootropics for focus, concentration, and alertness:
→ Alpha GPC
→ Caffeine + L-Theanine (obviously)
→ Modafinil
→ Noopept
→ Phenylpiracetam
→ Alpha GPC
→ Caffeine + L-Theanine (obviously)
→ Modafinil
→ Noopept
→ Phenylpiracetam
L-Theanine + Caffeine at a ratio of 2:1 is such a no-brainer nootropic stack.
A list of essential nootropics:
→ Alpha-GPC (memory and learning)
→ Ashwagandha (sleep-inducing anxiolytic)
→ Bacopa Monnieri (memory)
→ L-Theanine (alert relaxation, good combo w/ coffee)
→ L-Tyrosine (concentration)
→ Rhodiola Rosea (reduces fatigue)
→ Vitamins B6, B9, B12 (brain health)
→ Alpha-GPC (memory and learning)
→ Ashwagandha (sleep-inducing anxiolytic)
→ Bacopa Monnieri (memory)
→ L-Theanine (alert relaxation, good combo w/ coffee)
→ L-Tyrosine (concentration)
→ Rhodiola Rosea (reduces fatigue)
→ Vitamins B6, B9, B12 (brain health)