You know nootropics? Hack your brain with them and maybe even boost your health!

Have you ever heard the term nootropics? If not, it's no wonder, because this group of supplements certainly doesn't face who knows how dizzying popularity. However, they have a huge potential and many people who have tried them have started taking them long-term. So what are they really? What are their benefits? For whom are they suitable and who, on the contrary, does not appreciate them at all? That's what we'll look at in our article today.

Article content:

• Nootropics, smart drugs or smart drugs... What are they?
• Nootropics are not completely unknown
• What nootropics are worth trying? What are their benefits?
• Who will benefit from them? And for whom are they useless?
• What to take away from today's article?

Nootropics, smart drugs or smart drugs... What are they?

Nootropics have many names. Sometimes you may come across the English term smart drugs and its not-so-happy translation smart drugs. In fact, nootropics refer to a wide group of substances that have a positive effect on our brain. Since these substances are quite diverse, they also have a wide range of different effects, while some promote learning, concentration and brain capacity, others are more for brain health and mood , and some are even related to optimal sports performance. Although the label "drugs" may indicate that some illegal substances are involved, in our article today we will only talk about nootropics that are legal and therefore completely safe.

Do not imagine any illegal substances under this term.

Actually, nootropics are legally available nutritional supplements, but they can help you with optimizing your mental performance.

Nootropics are not completely unknown

Even though nootropics are not a completely unknown term, a large portion of you consume them in some form every day. A typical example of a nootropic is caffeine, which has been shown to stimulate adenosine receptors in the brain and can increase attention and improve reactions. On the other hand, the theanine in tea can have a mildly calming effect on the brain. Last but not least, creatine can be included among the nootropics, which , according to experts, can, among other things, support cognitive function. Illicit substances include amphetamine, for example.

What nootropics are worth trying? What are their benefits?

The list of nootropics is very extensive and they can be further divided into several different groups depending on the effect they have on our organism. For the purpose of our article, we will present only the most important and commonly available nootropics that you can include in your supplementation plan without any worries.

Rhodiola Rosea

Rhodiola Rosea, also known by its Czech name, the rose gentian, is a very hardy plant, which is mainly used for its adaptogenic properties. However, many studies have shown that it can improve mood and also prevent burnout syndrome in people under a lot of stress. But apart from various managers, students also feel the effects of the stonecrop, as experts have noticed less fatigue during exam periods in university students using the stonecrop. Moreover, stonecrop is easily accessible and can be found in our eshop. For example, Rhodiola rosea from Viridian is a very good quality product.

The stonecrop grows even at high altitudes and is indeed very hardy.

Alpha GPC

Have you ever heard of a bioactive substance called choline? It is a precursor to acetylcholine, one of the most important neurotransmitters found in our bodies. And Alpha GPC is a very good source of choline, which scientific studies have shown to have many interesting benefits. While most studies have only found a positive effect on memory in medically indisposed individuals, research to date suggests that there is a correlation between the use of Alpha GPC and higher growth hormone levels. This is why this substance is often recommended before training and many sports nutrition manufacturers take these into account. One of the products containing Alpha GPC, for example, is Big Zone Shelter.

Hericium

Hericium, also known by its Czech name, coral hedgehog, is an adaptogenic mushroom that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for thousands of years and continues to fascinate many scientists today. Although there are still not enough studies to draw any firm conclusions, animal studies are gradually showing that hericium may reduce the incidence of depression, protect cardiovascular health and reduce oxidative stress. It can be found in various complex supplements as well as on its own. A good choice is the supplement Vemoherb Hericium, which you can also find in our shop.

Hericium may not look entirely attractive, but scientific studies on animals show a range of possible benefits.

Resveratrol

Another nootropic on our list is resveratrol. This substance is considered to be a very powerful antioxidant, which is found in blueberries, red wine, currants or peanuts, among other things. Scientific studies then talk very often about its potential to lower blood pressure and is also suitable for people with diabetes. Interestingly, it has also been found that drinking red wine can delay age-related cognitive decline - this is often attributed by experts to the effects of resveratrol. In addition to the above sources, it is of course possible to supplement resveratrol with supplements - one possible supplement is Vitality Booster from Czech Virus.

Acetyl l-carnitine

Our list of nootropics is rounded off by acetyl l-carnitine, a substance you may be particularly familiar with for its purported ability to promote fat burning. And while carnitine is indeed extremely important in weight loss, our bodies have enough of it and additional supplementation may not have any significant effect. But what scientific studies often mention is the positive effect of taking l-carnitine on memory and mental alertness. A very concentrated supplement that you can reach for is MyoTec Acetyl l-Carnitine, which you can find in our shop.

Who will benefit from them? And for whom are they useless?

Nootropics are really great substances that everyone can take. However, they are most useful for three groups of people:

• athletes, for whom they will help to achieve better performance in training, whether they are focusing on developing strength, endurance or muscle mass.
• Computer gamers, who often have to concentrate for long hours on a relatively monotonous activity.
• managers and people who have a demanding work schedule, as they will help them to achieve ideal performance at work and concentrate better on important activities.

What to take away from today's article?

The main thing you should take away from today's article is that although it may not be obvious at first glance, nootropics are substances that we all encounter more or less. If you know which ones to reach for and how to use them, perfectly legal smart drugs can help you with concentration, alertness, and even training performance and hormonal optimization. While absolutely anyone can use them, busy executives and mentally working people, computer game players, and athletes with demanding training regimens will benefit the most.