Does anybody take Nootropics? - PaleoHacks.com most recent 30 from http://paleohacks.com 2013-05-21T12:39:44Z http://paleohacks.com/feeds/question/69563 http://www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.5/rdf http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics Does anybody take Nootropics? Geoff 2011-10-10T21:01:05Z 2013-03-31T07:57:23Z <p>Ive seen several discussions on Paleohacks in regards to that we may need to supplement even optimal diets as A) our soil is depleted and B) we are under more stress and less ideal environments that we evolved to handle. In regards to B) does anyone give themselves a boost using nootropics? Ive tried some years ago and didnt get much benefit but this product looks interesting (ingredients listed on the side of webpage) and is getting good reviews. The casing looks really artificial though and Id probably just make my own mix from smart powders or some other site</p> <p><a href="http://www.onnit.com/alphabrain/" rel="nofollow">http://www.onnit.com/alphabrain/</a></p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/69564#69564 Answer by James for Does anybody take Nootropics? James 2011-10-10T21:06:10Z 2011-10-10T21:06:10Z <p>Tried, other than caffeine, didn't see any benefit.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/69619#69619 Answer by Geoff for Does anybody take Nootropics? Geoff 2011-10-11T00:33:28Z 2011-10-11T00:33:28Z <p>Here are some examples in regards to ADHD. Alpha GPC is mentioned in this article which many also take with Piracetam to boost mental acuity. </p> <p><a href="http://www.charlespoliquin.com/ArticlesMultimedia/Articles/PrinterFriendly.aspx?ID=706&amp;lang=" rel="nofollow">http://www.charlespoliquin.com/ArticlesMultimedia/Articles/PrinterFriendly.aspx?ID=706&amp;lang=</a></p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/70904#70904 Answer by Brian for Does anybody take Nootropics? Brian 2011-10-17T17:14:47Z 2011-10-17T17:14:47Z <p>Nootropics work best in a stack and can be found in variety of different over the counter smart pills and <a href="http://www.profiderall.com" rel="nofollow">Adderall Alternatives</a>. There are dozens of options available now, but PROFIDERALL pioneered the use of Nootropics as a means for healthy over achievers to improve cognitive function and is still the #1 Cognitive Energy Enhancer.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/71121#71121 Answer by majkinetor for Does anybody take Nootropics? majkinetor 2011-10-18T15:55:20Z 2011-10-18T15:55:20Z <p>Using piracetam daily.</p> <p>Using hydergine with it from time to time, not always as it might have negative side effects with chronic use (although those are not confirmed, pulmonary fibrosis).</p> <p>I would use Idebenone if I had source and lots of other things.</p> <p>I tried once <a href="http://smart-drugs.net/Get-Smart.htm" rel="nofollow">GetSmart</a>.... that shit is more then awesome.... you level up ! Stopped using it as I was scared, I was stinking too much 'on chemistry' - everything - urine, sweet.... my friend didn't mind that and continued. He still thinks its aweso</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/80531#80531 Answer by raydawg for Does anybody take Nootropics? raydawg 2011-12-01T02:32:52Z 2011-12-01T02:32:52Z <p>DMAE works very nicely, but you have to take it for a while, it's not instant. Now using FocusFactor which contains it and other stuff.</p> <p>Chocolate/Cocoa and coffee work nicely too.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/86329#86329 Answer by conciliator for Does anybody take Nootropics? conciliator 2011-12-29T07:29:58Z 2011-12-29T07:29:58Z <p>Over the counter: caffeine, ephedrine, nicotine.</p> <p>Prescription: Amphetamines, modafinil.</p> <p>Honorable mention: green tea</p> <p>Everything else is a waste of money/time/effort. Don't spend time researching nootropics spend time studying.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/86330#86330 Answer by conciliator for Does anybody take Nootropics? conciliator 2011-12-29T07:39:08Z 2011-12-29T07:39:08Z <p>I don't do nootropics I am nootropics.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/86367#86367 Answer by Scotty Von Porkchop for Does anybody take Nootropics? Scotty Von Porkchop 2011-12-29T13:59:10Z 2011-12-29T13:59:10Z <p>I always liked selegeline and modafinil seemed a great combo at the time, enabled me to get inhuman amounts of work done. I'm older and hopefully a touch wiser and now wouldn't touch these as they are hairs breadth from amphetamines. </p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/87082#87082 Answer by Kevin for Does anybody take Nootropics? Kevin 2012-01-02T09:21:48Z 2012-01-02T09:21:48Z <p>I've found drinking above average amounts of water (~1 gallon per day) and having lots of electrolytes, including potassium, to noticeably put me at a higher state of functioning.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/93642#93642 Answer by Steven Chang for Does anybody take Nootropics? Steven Chang 2012-01-29T07:55:06Z 2012-01-29T07:55:06Z <p>Neuro-Boost Piracetam from <a href="http://www.smartdrugsforthought.com" rel="nofollow">Smart Drugs for Thought</a> is the only Nootropic I take. I have never experienced any side effects from this. Actually at higher doses, sounds/colors(typically from high resolutions) become much more electrifying and vibrant. Great for verbal memory boost and enhancement as well. Honestly, I think every student should take this product. It really does support studying and is fun to be on.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/188643#188643 Answer by DBoz for Does anybody take Nootropics? DBoz 2013-03-31T00:25:33Z 2013-03-31T00:25:33Z <p>I've actually gotten to order through SDFT as Stevin Chang mentioned, however I have been using their Pramiracetam. Along with L-theanine it is pretty much the only supplements I take. I get the choline I need for Pramiracetam to be effective from chicken eggs. </p> <p>Pramiracetam is similar to Piracetam however has other benefits that Piracetam doesn't have. Personally I have been considering supplementing Piracetam considering its reported benefits concerning the stimulation of the Corpus Callosum (the communicative bridge responsible for sending and receiving information across the two hemispheres of the brain).</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/188648#188648 Answer by Kashkillz for Does anybody take Nootropics? Kashkillz 2013-03-31T01:10:44Z 2013-03-31T01:10:44Z <p>Wellbutrin I've found to have a pretty huge impact, without a real high.</p> <p>I've tried Alpha Brain, ashwaganda, a few others here &amp; there with no noticeable difference.</p> <p>My roommate loved Alpha Brain.</p> <p>I like Adderall, but I get strung out real quick on it.</p> http://paleohacks.com/questions/69563/does-anybody-take-nootropics/188687#188687 Answer by offmeds for Does anybody take Nootropics? offmeds 2013-03-31T07:57:23Z 2013-03-31T07:57:23Z <p>I've been using Alpha Brain for the past couple years, since Joe Rogan started talking about it on his podcast. I honestly think its a pretty great product, the cost is expensive but you will feel a bit more energized, focused and sharper throughout the day. It does help with speech and you will definitely get some pretty crazy lucid dreaming off it, I say try it and see how it goes for you. It is definitely something I could live without, but it doesn't hurt to take it every once in awhile when you have a long day ahead of you and you need a nice pick me up. </p>