Nootropics in the News: Issue 1
We like to think that Cognitive Enhancers (also known as Nootropics) are having a bit of a moment. Actually, a moment is probably an understatement given the perfect storm of biohacking meets quantified-self that is starting to brew. But don’t take our word for it – here are some outside perspectives.
Can a Pill Make You Smarter? The Brave New World of Smart Drugs
This simple explanation of how Nootropics work centres around the brain metabolism. When it is good, you are alert & high-functioning. When it isn’t, you lose focus & the ability think quickly and on your feet. Nootropics have the ability to help tweak brain metabolism by getting your neurons to fire in a way that allows you stay focused. Do they make you smarter? No, but they make the brain more effective.
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Brain Boosters | 5 Nootropics The 1% Are Taking
Nootropics is a broad term & there are a lot of compounds out there that technically fall under its definition. This article defines some the most common ingredients you may come across and the role in productivity that each one plays: Willpower, Creativity, Sleep Cycle, Motivation & Brain Energy.
10 Wellness Trends to Watch in 2016
Ok, Nootropics didn’t technically make the top 10 but we’re happy with the honourable mention! Dr Robin Berzin attributes the increasing desire for cognitive enhancers to the never-before-seen number of distractions in our lives thanks in part to technology. Interestingly, he also points out that in spite of their recent rise in popularity, nootropics have been around for hundreds (possibly thousands) of years and are even used in Ayurvedic healing.
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