As a species, humans have been attempting to improve ourselves both mentally and physically since time immemorial. In more recent decades we’ve hit the gym, taken all sorts of drugs and supplements and maybe slathered on some fake tan. To boost mental performance, nootropics can come in handy.
Nootropics are a category of drugs or supplements that are thought to boost brain performance. Nootropics in Australia come in many forms. Frequently, they are pharmaceutical drugs used to treat specific disorders, and sometimes used by healthy people in an attempt to boost cognitive capability. However, nootropics in Australia are evolving, and natural, plant-based alternatives are becoming more widely available.
There is plenty of speculation about how exactly nootropics work. The current scientific thinking is that nootropics increase blood flow to the brain, increasing oxygen, which in turn may enhance neuroperformance.
Siberian Ginseng is an adaptogen and nootropic gaining in popularity. Native to Russia and several Asian countries, Siberian Ginseng has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. More recent studies have confirmed its potential for supporting a range of ailments.
Siberian Ginseng may increase the body’s ability to resist stress, a powerful tool for those facing up to a fast paced and hectic world every day.
Read more about Siberian Ginseng and studies confirming its powerful effects here.
Where To Buy Nootropics?
There are plenty of different nootropics available in Australia. If you’re considering purchasing a supplement to boost your health, it’s important to know what to look for.
Nootropics in Australia can typically be purchased either on their own, or as part of a blend such as our Stress Less supplement. There are many types of products available on the market. Some contain additional ingredients, which may or may not support the work the nootropic is doing in the body. We’ve chosen to use ceremonial cacao in our blend for its taste and for its health promoting benefits.
Our Stress Less product is a blend of nootropics and adaptogens. We’ve carefully selected these ingredients to work in synergy with one another to provide you with the optimal health benefits.
Whether you buy our Stress Less blend or another nootropic blend, it’s critical you buy from a reputable brand. Supplemental powders should be pure and labelling should be transparent.
Supporting your brain health with Adaptogens
Nootropics aren’t the only way you can naturally support your brain’s health. Other herbs, such as adaptogens, have potentially powerful benefits.
Ashwagandha
While not a nootropic, Ashwagandha has been touted for centuries for its adaptogenic properties.
Ashwagandha is an ancient Indian herb that has seen its popularity in western countries soar in recent years. A powerful adaptogen, Ashwagandha is an ayurvedic herb that supports mental clarity and can help decrease feelings of stress and anxiety.
Ashwagandha in Australia is typically imported. The small shrub is native to India and northern Africa.
Rhodiola Rosea
Another potent adaptogen used to increase energy and decrease fatigue, Rhodiola Rosea is a well researched herb. Research suggests that it taps into the brain’s pleasure centre and supports healthy levels of dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine. This may in turn support individuals at risk of stress related burnout.
Rhodiola Rosea has historically been used in Russia and Scandinavia in various forms of traditional medicine.
More research is needed into potential benefits of taking Rhodiola Rosea for individuals with Diabetes and age-related illnesses. Early studies in animals seem promising, but these results won’t necessarily be seen in humans.
Our Stress Less product includes a blend of these herbs which have been selected for their ability to work in synergy with one another and provide a holistic experience boosting health and wellbeing.
As with all supplements, please speak to your healthcare provider before taking Stress Less. Stress Less is not appropriate for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals.
