Cannabidiol (CBD)
Pending review. Would you like to contribute to this article? CBD is a non-psychoactive cannabis extract. It is a potent anti-inflammatory that fights cancer, helps with IBS, schizophrenia, anxiety, and needless to say, promote quality of sleep. Top ↑ Overview What is CBD Cannabidiol? CBD is one of the (more or less) 113 cannabinoids identified […]
Cordyceps Mushroom
Pending review. Contribute to this article. Cordyceps is a mushroom used in Traditional Chinese Medicine that is touted to be anti-aging and pro-vitality; these quite vague claims have not yet been looked at in human interventions. It can regulate testicular testosterone production, but has complex mechanisms. Overview What is Cordyceps Mushroom? According to the theory of Chinese […]
6 Best Natural Nootropic Supplements
Whether you’ve just come across the term ‘Nootropics’ and wondering what the hell it means, or you’ve been supplementing with them for a long time already, the following guide is insightful for both cases.
New Drug Hopes to Reverse Memory Loss
An experimental drug that bolsters ailing brain cells has raised hopes of a treatment for memory loss, poor decision making and other mental impairments that often strike in old age.
Inside The Fragmented Minds of People With Dissociative Identity Disorder
The condition formerly known as “multiple personality disorder,” and the medical field is still in disagreement on whether it is real. But does ‘real’ matter when a diagnosis can help?
You Can Grow New Brain Cells – Here’s How:
CoEnzyme Q10
CoQ10 (short for CoEnzyme Q10) is a compound that helps generate energy in our cells. It is beneficial in various ways, especially for different disorders related to cellular energy production, metabolism, and oxidative injury. Research reveals CoQ10 to be most promising to neurodegenerative disorders such as Parkinson’s disease – for which CoEnzyme Q10 has gained […]
Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo biloba is the most commonly ingested herb for brain health. Research proves that its neuroprotective, improves memory, boosts cognitive function, to name a few of its diverse benefits. Overview What is Ginkgo Biloba? Ginkgo biloba derives from the family of medicinal plant Ginkgoaceae – which is highly loved, appreciated, and respected traditional Chinese medicine. It is […]
Israel Approves MDMA ‘Compassionate Use’ to Treat PTSD
Israel’s Ministry of Health has approved the use of MDMA, a psychoactive drug, for use on dozens of patients, Israeli newspaper Haaretz reported. While the drug is still on the country’s law books as dangerous for recreational use, it is now being administered as treatment for compassionate use.
Do Smart Drugs Really Work?
Nootropics are drugs, supplements and other substances believed to enhance brain power. There are nootropics designed to boost memory, concentration, motivation and even happiness. The term encompasses a number of substances, both natural and synthesised, over the counter and prescription, legal and illegal. The common kitchen spice turmeric can be a nootropic, but so can Ritalin and even LSD.