Neurotransmitters as food supplements: the effects of GABA on brain and behavior
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the human cortex. The food supplement version of GABA is widely available online.
Category: Nootropics
India: Pharmacy to the World
Thousands of fixed dose combination (FDC) drugs – where two or more drugs are combined in a set ratio in a single dose form, usually a tablet or capsule – are formulated, made and sold within India.
The Rise of Cognitive Enhancers is a Mass Social Experiment
“Cognitive enhancer” is a broad term for any of a number of different drugs and devices that – depending on which academic or gamer you listen to – will sharpen your mind.
Overview of Aniracetam vs. Piracetam
Within the family of racetams, there are a wide variety of different analogues and compounds with similar structures. Despite the similarity of these racetams at a chemical level, small changes have dramatic impacts on their interaction with the human brain and body.
Virtual Reality and Drugs — Yes, You Should Get High Before Using VR
Yes, you really should get stoned before using VR.
Tutorial:Tracking Mental Improvements due to Nootropics
There are countless studies on the efficacy of nootropics, and racetams in particular, but there is an individualist element missing from all of these. Whether piracetam can improve cognitive ability in rats or even large groups of other people might make it...
The Beginners Guide to Choline
Entering the world of neuro enhancement is fun and rewarding, but nootropics aren’t necessarily the first place that you start.
Review: Alpha Brain Nootropic Blend
Alpha Brain is one of the most famous nootropic blends that sparked debate and controversy in many communities. Produced by Onnit Labs since 2010, Alpha Brain has been featured in a variety of media outlets including the Joe Rogan Experience. Many nootropics users question the validity, price, and efficacy of Alpha Brain for cognitive enhancement, but few provide a full analysis of their complaints, biases, and / or compliments.
Lemon Balm – An Exercise in Individuality
My experience with lemon balm (melissa officinalis) was an exercise in how important individuality can be for utilizing nootropic compounds.