What are nootropic or brain enhancement supplements? This group of supplements have the ability to improve cognitive abilities such as memory, learning, concentration as well as boosting energy and motivation. This class of supplements are not medication, and are not meant for unhealthy individuals.
There are a dizzying array of brain enhancement supplements available today, let us delve deeper and unpack which are safe, worth your money, well researched and most importantly, supplements that actually work! All the supplements discussed in this article are available to you from our ground floor supplement store (next to smoothie & coffee bar) at bargain prices!
Why do people use nootropic supplements?
- Useful for productivity and motivational effects;
- Boosting social ability and confidence;
- Greater focus and concentration in all areas of life;
- Some nootropic support brain health and support generation of new neurons;
- Improvements in mental well-being and outlook.
B-Vitamins
This group of vitamins are the foundational building blocks to brain function and will provide your brain with the fundamental building blocks for ultimate brain function. Before you look at any nootropic enhancement supplementation, this box has to be checked. These compounds can be taken without food and are best used in a split dose during the day.
Rhodiola Rosea (Also known as Arctic root or Golden root)
The three areas where this supplement seems to provide the greatest benefit are in treating anxiety, fatigue and depression. This supplement has been shown to improve symptoms of burnout and handle stressful situations better.
Ashwagandha
Ancient medicine has been using this supplement for thousands of years to relieve stress, increase energy levels and improve concentration. In one study, participants supplanted with Ashwagandha for 8 weeks and reported significantly reduced, perceived stress and lower levels of the stress hormone Cortisol. As an added benefit this study group also reported significant improvements in quality of sleep!
Lion’s Mane
This supplement contains bio-active substances that have beneficial effects on the brain, heart and the gut! This fungal compound has the ability to grow and form new neural connections and brain cells within the brain – particularly beneficial for people suffering from degenerative brain diseases such as Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Study participants have rated this supplement high, in terms of overall pleasantness and reduction in anxiety.
A great idea would be to “compound” or “stack” these supplements together rather than any one or two together. Please contact Urban Wellbeing for your complimentary supplementation consultation or visit our supplement store on the ground floor.
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