Primal Mind Fuel Review

Primal Mind Fuel is a capsule supplement produced by Primal Harvest. The supplement is supposed to support cognitive function, improve mental clarity, increase energy levels, and boost focus.

The formula contains a number of B vitamins, as well as powerful herbal extracts and adaptogens.

Although Primal Mind Fuel is not vegan or vegetarian due to the fact that the capsules are made from gelatin, the capsules are gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free.

Primal Harvest is a popular supplement brand and Primal Mind Fuel is a supplement produced by them that’s slowly rising in popularity and therefore, I’m definitely keen to take a look at it to see if these capsules really are beneficial.

If you’re thinking of purchasing the Primal Mind Fuel capsule supplement, or you also want to take a closer look at the formula, check out my full Primal Mind Fuel review below.

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Primal Mind Fuel First Impressions

I really like the Primal Harvest website and I especially appreciate the fact that website visitors can figure out which of the brand’s supplements will suit them best by taking a quiz.

Everything looks sleek, there’s a wide range of informative content (including the blog), and there are a number of impressive-looking products.

Looking at Primal Mind Fuel, I like the branding, I like the amount of information about the supplement and the ingredients within it, and I appreciate video testimonials.

However, I’m always a little concerned when I review capsule supplements that they won’t contain sufficiently dosed ingredients. So, we’ll have to take a closer look at it to see if it really works.

Similar supplements I have reviewed you may be interested in:

• Nootroo Review
• Neurogum Review
• Infowars Brain Force Plus Review

Background on Primal Harvest

Primal Harvest was founded in 2018 by Dan Harper in New York. The company provides natural supplements without synthetic ingredients or fillers that are supposed to provide natural solutions to ailments associated with modern living.

Although the Primal Mind Fuel capsules are popular, the best-selling supplements that the company produces are the Primal Collagen, Primal Greens, Primal Probiotics, and Primal Gut Restore.

Primal Mind Fuel Ingredients

The Primal Mind Fuel formula contains 11 ingredients in total, aside from the ingredients that make up the capsule.

Although the main ingredients exist within a proprietary blend, the amount of each ingredient in this blend is shown, making it easy to work out the efficacy of the formula.

However, I’ll be taking a look at the efficacy of the capsules later in this review!

First, let’s take a look at the ingredients that make up this supplement!

Here is the supplement facts label:

How does Primal Mind Fuel Taste?

Since Primal Mind Fuel is a capsule supplement there is no taste associated with the supplement – just make sure that you swallow the capsule before it dissolves in your mouth.

Side Effects

There are no side effects associated with the Primal Mind Fuel capsules. However, the brand does suggest that if you have a pre-existing condition, take prescription medications, or have any medical concerns, you should consult a doctor before consumption.

The brand also adds that if you are pregnant or breastfeeding you should consult a doctor before consuming this supplement.

Does Primal Mind Fuel Work?

Although Primal Mind Fuel does contain a proprietary blend, the ingredients label does show the amount of each ingredient within the blend.

This is extremely useful when it comes to working out the efficacy of the formula because we can compare the recommended dose of the ingredient to the amount within the formula.

Firstly, it’s clear that the B vitamins within the capsules are sufficiently dosed since they all equate to more than 100% of the daily value.

However, the same can’t be said for the ingredients within the proprietary blend.

So, let’s take a look at a selection of the ingredients within the blend and compare them to their standard recommended doses!

The recommended dose of L-Tyrosine sits between 150 – 400mg, and since there’s only 100mg of it within the formula, it’s just underdosed.

However, the rest of the ingredients within the formula are severely underdosed.

The recommended dose of theobromine is between 50-1,000 mg and there’s only 1mg of this in the formula.

The recommended dose of Rhodiola Rosea is 200–600 mg and again, there’s only 1mg of this in the formula.

The recommended dose of Bacopa Monnieri is 300 mg and there’s only 1mg within the formula.

Therefore, it’s clear that apart from the B vitamins in the formula, the other ingredients are insufficiently dosed.

At 1mg each, there’s not even really much point in these ingredients being in this formula.

Overall, people may benefit from the B vitamins in the formula but the other ingredients are very, very likely not to provide many benefits.

Primal Mind Fuel Reviews

Although there are a number of customer reviews on the Primal Harvest website, they may be biased.

However, since Primal Mind Fuel is available on Amazon, we can take a look on there to see customer reviews that are honest and unbiased.

Overall, the supplement 3.9 scores a rating of out of 5 stars, and there are 64 ratings in total.

So, let’s take a look at some of these reviews!

Arrived quickly; however, hadn't started taking it yet, but looks as described….so far, so good.5-star review

Still waiting for the results….4-star review

I started taking this to help with Chemo brain and have seen no improvement, Focused factor has helped.1-star review

Money-Back Guarantee / Returns Policy

Primal Harvest offers a 90-day money-back guarantee on all of its products.

Where to buy Primal Mind Fuel?

You can buy Primal Mind Fuel from the Primal Harvest website and from Amazon.

Is It Worth The Price?

Primal Harvest offers different bundles – you can either purchase one bottle of Primal Mind Fuel, three bottles, or six bottles.

Each bottle contains 30 capsules and with a serving size of 1 capsule, this means each bottle contains 30 servings.

One bottle of Primal Mind Fuel costs $29.95, therefore the cost per serving works out at just below $1.00.

If you buy three bottles of Primal Mind Fuel, each bottle will cost $25.95. Therefore, the cost per serving works out at $0.87.

If you buy six bottles of Primal Mind Fuel, each bottle will cost $21.95. Therefore, the cost per serving works out at $0.73.

Although the formula seems cheap, I’m not sure if it’s worth the price that it’s sold at if you only buy one bottle, since the majority of the ingredients within the formula are not sufficiently dosed.

My Final Verdict

Although I felt quite drawn to the Primal Harvest brand and liked the look of Primal Mind Fuel at first glance, I wouldn’t recommend these capsules.

Clearly, the formula contains a substantial dose of three essential B vitamins, which is great.

However, the other ingredients within the formula are not only insufficiently dosed, but there’s not much point in them being there since most of them have a weighting of 1mg.

Therefore, although this supplement is fairly cheap, I wouldn’t recommend consuming it if you’re looking for a supplement that greatly improves and supports cognitive function.

If you are looking for a formula that will definitely contain sufficiently dosed ingredients and therefore provide cognitive function benefits, I would suggest you look elsewhere.

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LifeHacker Guy Greens Recommendation

Some Call This An "Extreme" Step...

Most super greens supplements are disappointing.

I learned this the hard way. After creating this blog in 2018, I spent months buying and testing all the most popular brands.

I wasn’t happy with the results so I did something you might call "extreme"....

In 2019 I created my own brand that ticks every single box of what I look for in a super greens product:

• No hidden ingredient amounts - we have full disclosure labelling, so you know EXACTLY whats inside
• Ingredient amounts that make a difference - we include the minimum effective amounts supported by research, and most of the time, MORE
• Ingredients that help immunity, boost mental clarity and shake off brain fog - making for a much more productive and happy lifestyle

No more worrying about ineffective ingredients or too low dosages. I finally have a product I KNOW does the job it’s made to do.

I use it every day and, after years of battling Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), I now have my energy (and my life!) back.

The good news? I made my brand available to the public so you can see and feel the difference for yourself.

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Brain Force Plus capsules are supposed to boost cognitive function, increase energy levels, and promote a healthier and “younger” state of health.

Although the Infowars brand has received an enormous amount of hate and is well-known for being one of the most right-wing, conspiracy theory-centered websites, these capsules are popular!

Therefore, I’m keen to take a closer look at both the company and, in particular, Infowars Brain Force Plus, to see if the products are as bad as everyone says they are or if they stand apart from the tainted company.

If you’re thinking of purchasing Infowars Brain Force Plus, or you’re also interested in taking a closer look at it, check out my full Infowars Brain Force Plus review below.

What is Infowars Brain Force Plus?

My first impression of Infowars isn’t wonderful to be completely honest! I’m concerned that the company is so right-wing, promotes and creates conspiracy theories, and has a huge following of people that fully believe in the founder, Alex Jones.

Looking past the controversial company and looking more at the supplements, I’m left uninspired and unimpressed.

Although there’s a wide range of products on the site, there’s a lack of information about them, and there’s a lack of information about the nutritional integrity of the brand. Pair this with aggressive marketing, and it’s not great!

Looking at the Infowars Brain Force Plus capsules, I’m neither impressed nor unimpressed – the branding looks fairly basic, there’s a small amount of information about the product, and several positive reviews mixed amongst a lot of negative ones!

Background on Infowars

Infowars is a politically far-right conspiracy theory and fake news website founded by the controversial Alex Jones in 1999.

A few years ago, after Jones was banned by most social media platforms (Twitter, Youtube, and Instagram) due to spreading conspiracy theories and promoting his right-wing beliefs, Infowars started to produce supplements.

The supplements the brand produces, including the Infowars Brain Force Plus, are supposed to support natural health and create a “war” against modern diets.

There is a lot of backlash against Alex Jones, the Infowars company, and the supplements produced by them – even by some of the biggest international media platforms such as Vice and Buzzfeed.

Infowars Brain Force Plus Ingredients

Infowars Brain Force Plus contains 8 main ingredients. Amazingly, the amounts of each ingredient within the formula are shown on the fully disclosed ingredients label.

Therefore, this makes working out the formula's efficacy super easy and allows consumers to know exactly what they’re consuming.

However, I’ll look at the capsules' efficacy later in this review. First, let’s take a look at the capsules ingredients label.

Here is the supplement facts label:

How does Infowars Brain Force Plus Taste?

Because Infowars Brain Force Plus s is a capsule supplement, it doesn’t have a taste, as long as you swallow the capsule before it dissolves in your mouth.

Side Effects

There are no side effects associated with Infowars Brain Force Plus.

However, the brand does state that anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a doctor before consumption.

I would also advise that if you are on medication or have a medical condition, you should consult a doctor too before consumption.

Does Infowars Brain Force Plus Work?

Unlike other products produced by Infowars, Brain Force Plus has a fully disclosed ingredients label.

This is pretty impressive (although it should be the bare minimum) and makes working out the formula's efficacy very simple!

So, let’s look at the ingredients within the formula that have recommended doses and see if they are sufficiently dosed.

There is 200mg of Bacopa in the formula, and the recommended dose of Bacopa sits between 300–450 mg daily. The benefits of Bacopa can be seen within 12 weeks.

Therefore, this just misses the mark regarding being sufficiently dosed.

The formula has 100mg of Theobromine, and the recommended dose is between 250 and 500mg.

Therefore, once again, it misses the mark of being sufficiently dosed.

Finally, looking at L-Theanine, the same issue occurs! There’s 50mg of L-Theanine within the formula, but the recommended dose sits between 100-200mg.

Although the other ingredients within Brain Force Plus may benefit the consumer, the ingredients that do have recommended doses (the ones mentioned above) are insufficiently dosed.

Therefore, the capsules may not provide the benefits the brand claims they will.

Infowars Brain Force Plus Reviews

Infowars Brain Force Plus is available on Amazon; therefore, we can look there to see honest and unbiased customer reviews of the product.

Overall, the capsules score a rating of 4.2 stars out of 5, and there are 328 customer reviews in total.

So, let's take a look at a selection of the reviews!

I found this one to give me nice even focus throughout the day without the jittery feeling that you get from other ‘supplements' that wire you up. I do a lot of brain work and this really does the job. I'm a bit of a supplements junkie and I try a lot of them. Most of them don't work – at least for me. So it's nice when there are positive surprises like this one. Another positive is that it doesn't bother my stomach. Whether you like Alex or not, his products sure work.5-star review

Brain force barely does anything for me. Maybe nothing. It's a pretty cheap nootropic. I like that. It has one ingredient that is good for brain function,Bacopa monnieri. This is very important! But nothing else. The other 3 ingredients are not even nootropics, I found out. Memotenz is the best brain pill out there, use that instead! Also, you need to take 2 at a time, twice a day to get any noticable effects. That makes this bottle last a ‘long' week.3-star review

This product gave me insomnia for like 3 or 4 days, and very strong, weird chest pain, I did not like this product at all, stay away from it, don't drink especially if you are a sensitive sleeper, because you will get insomnia.1-star review

Money-Back Guarantee / Returns Policy

Infowars doesn't offer a money-back guarantee. If you want to return Brain Force Plus or any of the Infowars products, you can do so within 30 days of receipt, but the product has to be unused and in its original packaging.

Where to buy Infowars Brain Force Plus?

You can buy Infowars Brain Force Plus from the Infowars Store.

Is It Worth The Price?

One bottle of Infowars Brain Force Plus contains 36 capsules.

However, since the serving size is two capsules, one bottle contains 18 servings.

One bottle of Infowars Brain Force Plus costs $39.95. Although it may seem like the cost per serving size would be cheap because there are 36 capsules, the cost per serving works out at $2.22.

Although this certainly isn’t as expensive as other Infowars supplements, it’s still expensive for a supplement with several ingredients which may not be sufficiently dosed.

Brain Force Plus: My Verdict

My concerns about the Infowars company and its founder Alex Jones are justified. However, I wanted this review to be about the Brain Force Plus supplement.

Therefore, my review will sum up how I feel about the supplement rather than the company!

Overall, buying this supplement would be a waste of money and may cause detrimental health benefits.

Therefore, I wouldn’t recommend it!

Elaborating on these points, the ingredients within the formula that have recommended doses are not sufficiently dosed and, therefore, may not provide the consumer with the benefits the supplement is supposed to.

Due to this, the price of the capsules is too high and can’t be justified.

Finally, I have concerns about the negative effects associated with this formula, there are several reviews across Amazon and on the Infowars website that the Brain Force Plus capsules have caused nausea, stomach pain, weakness, and insomnia.

Overall, in my opinion, if you are looking for a cognitive supplement that will provide you with benefits, you should choose one that a trusted brand makes, is sold at a reasonable price, has no extremely concerning reviews, and contains sufficiently dosed ingredients.

LifeHacker Guy Greens Recommendation

Some Call This An "Extreme" Step...

Most super greens supplements are disappointing.

I learned this the hard way. After creating this blog in 2018, I spent months buying and testing all the most popular brands.

I wasn’t happy with the results so I did something you might call "extreme"....

In 2019 I created my own brand that ticks every single box of what I look for in a super greens product:

• No hidden ingredient amounts - we have full disclosure labelling, so you know EXACTLY whats inside
• Ingredient amounts that make a difference - we include the minimum effective amounts supported by research, and most of the time, MORE
• Ingredients that help immunity, boost mental clarity and shake off brain fog - making for a much more productive and happy lifestyle

No more worrying about ineffective ingredients or too low dosages. I finally have a product I KNOW does the job it’s made to do.

I use it every day and, after years of battling Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), I now have my energy (and my life!) back.

The good news? I made my brand available to the public so you can see and feel the difference for yourself.

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Daily Focus is a new capsule supplement produced by the popular brand Detox Organics. The formula contains 8 potent adaptogens found in ancient Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine, all of which combined are supposed to produce powerful cognitive benefits.

The formula is supposed to support memory, promote focus, aid the mental process and more. It claims to provide many of benefits associated with coffee, whilst being caffeine-free!

The formula is suitable for a wide range of people, as it’s 100% USDA certified organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, vegetarian, and vegan.

Having just come onto the market in May 2021, I’m really keen to take a closer look at Daily Focus and see if it really can provide cognitive benefits to the consumer, or if the formula falls short.

If you’re thinking of purchasing this new product on the market or you’re also intrigued to take a closer look at the adaptogenic mix, check out my full Detox Organics Daily Focus review below.

Detox Organics Daily Focus First Impressions

Looking at the Detox Organics website, I’m impressed. I like the layout and aesthetic of the website, and the informative content on the brand’s blog is great too. I also really appreciate the “common symptoms” page that matches symptoms to Detox Organics products.

The branding of Daily Focus looks sophisticated and clean, and there’s a sufficient amount of information about it on the product page, as well as extra information about the formula’s ingredients on the site’s blog.

Overall, I’m impressed by the loook of Detox Organics brand as a whole, as well as the Daily Focus supplement, so I’m looking forward to taking a closer look and seeing if it really is as great as it looks on first impressions.

Similar supplements I have reviewed you may be interested in:

• Genius Greens Review
• Nootroo Review – Nootropic Gold Standard?
• Neuro-Peak Review – Memory, Focus & Clarity Nootropic

Background on Detox Organics

Detox Organics was founded in 2017 by Michael Morelli, Wellness Guru, Entrepreneur, and Author. Morelli is a big online personality, with over one million followers on Instagram, which will most likely influence the success of Detox Organics.

Detox Organics produces popular vegan and USDA-certified organic supplements, with Daily Superfoods and Daily Protein being the main best-sellers produced by the brand.

Daily Focus is the newest supplement produced by the brand, showcased in May 2021. The formula hasn’t had as much publicity as other supplements produced by the Detox Organics, but it’s still got time to build popularity.

The only concern I have about Detox Organics is that the company has an ambassador program, meaning people can receive a commission when they promote the product and make sales. Therefore, there may be biased reviews online about the product in order!

Detox Organics Daily Focus Ingredients

Daily Focus is a capsule supplement that contains eight ingredients, all of which exist within a proprietary blend. This poses a problem when trying to figure out the efficacy of the product seeing as the amount of each ingredient isn’t disclosed.

However, I will take a much more detailed look into the efficacy of the formula later in this review.

First, let’s take a look at the ingredients list!

Here is the supplement facts label:

How does Detox Organics Daily Focus Taste?

Since Daily Focus is a capsule supplement, it has no taste – just make sure you swallow it before it dissolves in your mouth, because if you don't, it will definitely taste bad!

Side Effects

Detox Organics doesn’t state that there are any side effects associated with this formula and doesn’t warn against anyone taking the formula.

Seeing as there are potent adaptogens within these tablets, I would warn against anyone under 18, on medication, with a medical condition, or anyone pregnant or breastfeeding taking this formula.

Does Detox Organics Daily Focus Work?

All of the ingredients within the Daily Focus formula exist within a proprietary blend. Therefore, it’s impossible to know how much of each ingredient actually exists within the formula, making it difficult to work out the efficacy of the formula.

However, we can take a look at the total amount of the blend and the standard recommended doses assigned to the ingredients within the formula to try and work out the efficacy.

There’s only one blend in the formula, the PRO-prietary Blend, and it totals 460mg.

Only a few of the ingredients within the formula have standard recommended doses, but the combined recommended dose of ashwagandha, ginkgo leaf, and ginseng totals 940mg – clearly not all of the ingredients within the blend are sufficiently dosed.

Therefore, the formula may not provide the benefits that the brand claims it will, meaning it may not be effective!

Detox Organics Daily Focus Reviews

Typically I look on Amazon for customer reviews, but Daily Focus isn’t available on there. Therefore, we can’t take a look at customer reviews on there!

In addition, since the product was only launched in May 2021, there are no customer reviews of the formula on there!

Over the next few months, the brand could push the product onto Amazon and there may be customer reviews coming out, so we’ll have to stay tuned to see some unbiased reviews.

Money-Back Guarantee / Returns Policy

Detox Organics offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all of its products – you just need to get in touch with the company, request a refund, and send the product back to them.

Where to buy Detox Organics Daily Focus?

Although other Detox Organics products are available on other platforms such as Amazon, seeing as Daily Focus is a new product, you can only buy it from the Detox Organics website.

Is It Worth The Price?

Daily Focus is sold in tubs that contain 60 capsules, and although the ingredients label states that the tub contains 60 servings, the serving suggestions oppose this and the tub will in fact not provide you with 60 days worth of tablets.

The serving instructions are as follows, for the first three days you should consume one capsule twice a day, and after this time, you should consume two capsules twice daily.

Therefore, one tub of Daily Focus will actually provide less than 15 days worth of servings.

One tub of Daily Focus costs $49.95. Therefore, the cost per serving works out at approximately $3.30 if you follow the consumption instructions!

This is an incredibly expensive formula seeing as some of the ingredients are definitely insufficiently dosed – I wouldn’t say that the product is worth this price.

My Final Verdict

I like the Detox Organics brand and therefore I would have really hoped to appreciate this formula.

However, since the capsules are very likely not to contain sufficiently dosed ingredients and the capsules are incredibly expensive, I can’t say that I like the product!

If you’re looking for a product that will definitely provide you with benefits, you need to make sure that you choose a formula that has a fully disclosed ingredients label and actually contains sufficiently dosed ingredients!

LifeHacker Guy Greens Recommendation

Some Call This An "Extreme" Step...

Most super greens supplements are disappointing.

I learned this the hard way. After creating this blog in 2018, I spent months buying and testing all the most popular brands.

I wasn’t happy with the results so I did something you might call "extreme"....

In 2019 I created my own brand that ticks every single box of what I look for in a super greens product:

• No hidden ingredient amounts - we have full disclosure labelling, so you know EXACTLY whats inside
• Ingredient amounts that make a difference - we include the minimum effective amounts supported by research, and most of the time, MORE
• Ingredients that help immunity, boost mental clarity and shake off brain fog - making for a much more productive and happy lifestyle

No more worrying about ineffective ingredients or too low dosages. I finally have a product I KNOW does the job it’s made to do.

I use it every day and, after years of battling Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), I now have my energy (and my life!) back.

The good news? I made my brand available to the public so you can see and feel the difference for yourself.

Read Review

Looking more like a fashion accessory (not quite the supermodel pill) than the dark tubs traditionally used my nootropic supplements, Nootroo is a brain supplement filled with impressive-looking gold capsules.

If you're interested in buying Nootroo then I look at the ingredients, dosages, and costs in my personal opinion and my Nootroo review as to whether it's a nootropic supplement for me.

What is Nootroo?

As I mention above Nootroo as a brand is glittery, shiny, and smart. It comes in gold and silver variants. If you are looking to improve cognition, mental performance, or just get more clarity in your mental output, this could be the nootropic for you. Nootroo (the product) not only looks great, but its manufacturers have also provided a huge amount of information on their website.

On the Nootroo website, there is even a section called ‘Protocol’ which goes as far as laying out the ideal lifestyle for a Nootroo customer, split into distinct areas of Exercise, Diet, Sleep, Nootropics, and Meditation. This is recommended because, according to Nootroo, in order to derive the best results from body and mind you need to ensure that all the variables are aligned (this appeals to my need to have a good baseline of evidence for the science behind a product!).

Furthermore, there is actual research! Nootroo’s makers have made sure they have really gone into detail with the ingredients and the research behind the inclusion in the formula.

If you haven’t heard of them before, the formulation is based on Piracetams, a form of nootropic which is supposedly effective in the following ways: enhancing learning, increasing memory formation, improving verbal recall, leads to greater interconnectivity. Nootroo has trademarked a form of piracetam called Noopept, a di-peptide variant, which is supposed to be “more powerful and absorbable through oral administration”.

There is a HUGE amount of information on the Nootroo website about the history of brain science and brain systems. We learn that Piracetams were discovered by scientists looking for a new formulation for a sleep aid. I won’t go into the details as there is more below when I discuss whether the formula will work.

Background on Nootroo LLC

Nootroo was founded in 2014 in San Francisco. The founder of Nootroo is Eric Matzner, a ‘biohacker, futurist, nootropic historian and budding geoengineer’. Matzner’s aim is to ‘end aging or die trying’ and he believes that smart drugs can significantly improve your brain’s capacity. This is a high aim indeed and I’m interested in how he thinks they can do this.

Jumping straight into biohacking with the belief that a real-life Limitless pill formula is out there somewhere to be found, Matzner, at 27, takes somewhere around 60 pills a day (telling journalists it is more like 30 – so ‘I sound less crazy’), crediting this regimen with ‘not having a cold in years’ and ‘smoothing over the ravages of aging, sleep deprivation and hangovers’

As a self-styled entrepreneur, Matzner is his own guinea pig, having studied and experimented on himself enough to be able to really get behind his own brand and formula. He believes this is the most truthful and honest way to market his product.

The Nootroo formulations of Silver and Gold are designed to be cycled, meaning that taking one of each formula on alternate days derives the best results from the two blends. It is suggested that the ingredients (based on the Piracetam molecule combined with choline) have ‘profound effects when combined’.

The original formulation used gold and silver flakes to distinguish between the two pills and this was supposedly so that they didn’t need to use any artificial colorants. It also set Nootroo apart from the competition so that they could use the phrase “The Gold Standard in Nootropics”.

But what is actually inside these shiny bottles and what evidence is there that they have any effect? Let’s look at the Nootroo ingredients in more detail.

Nootroo Ingredients

The Gold variety contains Noopept. The Silver contains Phenylpiracetam. The other ingredients – which are in both – are Cognizin (Citicoline), Suntheanine (L-Theanine), PURENERGY (caffeine Pterostilbene).

Annoyingly for a 645mg dose, we don’t know how much of each ingredient is included. The only amount disclosed is Choline (500mg) which is sort of buried (it is stated in a part of the FAQs on ingredients on their website, but importantly this is not stated on the bottle).

This is frustrating because Nootroo chooses to use a proprietary blend of ingredients in each formula, therefore, means I can only make assumptions about any effects based on a broad generalization around scientific findings on those ingredients.

This, despite the huge amount of science, history, and fact-finding literature on the website, is a little disappointing.

How to Take Nootroo?

Taken in capsule form, Nootroo Gold and Silver Formulas are alternated daily. Nootropics can be consumed on an empty or full stomach. For the reason for taking them in this way is because they have different effects and mechanisms of action from each other.

This also reduces the chance of building up any long-term tolerance, according to the website.

Side Effects

There is a potential side effect from the caffeine, especially if Nootroo is taken alongside any other sources of caffeine, which of course has a stimulatory effect. However with no disclosure of the amounts of caffeine in the formula we are left to guess how much is inside.

Generally speaking, piracetam is considered safe and without side effects, however, there is insufficient evidence on the derivative form used in Nootroo.

Does Nootroo Actually Work?

We’ve already researched nootropic stacks enough to learn that the most commonly-used combination of ingredients is caffeine and L-Theanine. This is because of the caffeine-given focus and the L-Theanine-supported anxiolytic which, when combined, result in the nootropic effect of focus-without-buzz. There is evidence to suggest that

Piracetam was the original nootropic, first marketed in 1971, acting on cognitive function but without causing stimulation (or sedation).

The science behind it is that;

It’s a popular synthetic derivative of the neurotransmitter gamma-Aminobutyric acid (GABA), a chemical messenger that helps slow down activity in your nervous system.

Commonly used for treating vertigo, improved brain function, symptoms of dyslexia, and seizures, piracetam is thought to improve the messaging between brain cells.

In my research, I have discovered that suggested doses of piracetam (for memory and cognition effects) are between 1.2-4.8g daily. As we are not sure of the exact dose of any piracetam-derivative within Nootroo we have to assume that in the formula there is a reasonable amount to derive an effect.

Choline is the only ingredient they reveal the amount of in the formula, in that the literature on their website discloses that there is 500mg Choline per serving. If this is true then Choline is most of the formula (the dose is 645mg so that only leaves 145mg in each gold and silver capsule to be made up of the remaining ingredients).

As I already mentioned, there is a huge amount of information in the Research section (mostly on broad subjects (such as Meditation, Ageing, Brain Health, Nootropics, and even on specific ingredients such as Piracetam).

But there is no clinical trial evidence on the blend in Nootroo itself and what the outcomes/effects would be.

As I keep reiterating in my reviews, manufacturers who don’t state amounts, are steering away from evidence that would point toward the effectiveness of their product.

Nootroo Customer Reviews

There aren’t any customer reviews on the Nootroo website and as you can’t buy Nootroo on Amazon I can’t find independent customer reviews there either.

Money-Back Guarantee / Returns Policy

I also couldn’t find any returns policy on the FAQs.

Where to Buy Nootroo?

You can buy Nootroo online from the official store. There are currently no Nootroo sellers on Amazon.

Is It Worth the Price?

Nootroo Gold and Silver is currently out of stock, however, it retails at $59.95 for a 30-day supply. The Gold and Silver subscription is $49.95 per month (saving you $10, quite a saving, but you still have to pay out almost fifty dollars every month!).

If you want to take a nootropic product that makes big claims (because, actually, these are important – you don’t want a product that doesn’t shout about its effects, do you?!) then this is possible for you. It’s not a small cost per month, but neither is it the most expensive on the market (for a product that says it is the Gold Standard, you aren’t paying out gold bullion amounts!).

The negatives are the proprietary blend, the lack of evidence on the blend, and the lack of customer reviews or testimonials (yes, I actually like these!!).

For me, the general take-away from looking into Nootroo for the purposes of this Nootroo review is that there isn’t evidence on the product itself. The makers have been really careful to include a LOT of information, research, basic science, complex science, nootropics history and marketing speak, but there is no evidence that the effects of the blend itself have been studied and found to have nootropic effects. That’s not to say that there aren’t any nootropic effects, rather that we can’t say that Nootroo is really any different from any other product.

What I Think about Nootroo

Whilst it's not surprising that there isn’t any clinical evidence on the Nootroo formula itself (there are few manufacturers that are prepared to stump up the funds for a full clinical trial after all) I am surprised that the formula is a proprietary blend. If they were so sure of themselves, why not disclose the amounts of these powerful compounds that we are taking in each dose.

I just want to know what I’m taking, and I don’t think that’s unreasonable.

If they have a clear hook (the ‘Gold Standard’ idea is pretty powerful) then why not be transparent about what goes into each pill.

The ‘general’ formula isn’t enough for me, I need to look at how much I’m taking daily. I find it frustrating that I can’t get any independently-verified reviews as neither Amazon nor GNC (or other online stores that check customer reviews for authenticity) carries the product.

This is where, for my mind, Nootroo falls slightly off its Gold Standard. I’d like to see disclosure and honesty in a product that says it is so sure of itself and backed with evidence.

This is what seems to make the ingredients in the brand Cebria supposedly stand out from the crowd. Intended to help specifically in age-related memory loss and overall cognitive health (as opposed to specific cognitive degeneration due to diseases such as Alzheimer’s, for example), Cebria is a one-of-a-kind formulation.

There has been a huge amount of research around age-related memory loss, cognition, brain health, and cures for symptoms such as brain fog. Studies on the causes of degeneration, and the potential cures to prevent mental decline are big business.

Imagine, someone, coming up with a cure for age-related memory loss that actually works?

It would be a modern-day miracle! We often look outside the viability of drugs to the potential of supplements when we are eager to do the work ourselves, and that’s where brands like Cebria come in.

So how do the makers of pills like Cebria claim these things if the scientists who are working tirelessly for a cure haven’t yet come up with a proven formulation? I’m interested to know more.

What is Cebria?

The frustrating thing about trying to find out more about Cebria is that the current homepage of their website Cebria.com carries a free trial advert that doesn’t actually give much product information. The only other pages are Reviews (which just redirects you to the homepage, the free trial) and FAQs.

I’ve instead looked at the pages of Thera Botanics, the makers of Cebria, to find out more.

Navigating to the FAQs page I find out that Cebria is aimed at those of advanced age to combat age-related memory loss. This is the key to both the way that Cebria is marketed and the way that the ‘research’ is described.

Consisting of a ‘breakthrough formula that's been scientifically tested and shown in a double-blind study to dramatically improve your memory in just 30 days’, Cebria consists of one active ingredient: ‘N-Pe p-12’. This is a proprietary blend of neuropeptides (amino acids).

The manufacturers say that they ‘run 12 quality-assurance tests on each production run’ which is by way of convincing customers of the veracity of their claims in terms of quality, but what does it really do? I’m struggling to find out as there isn’t much of a mission, vision, or even an information page on the website.

Background on Cebria, LLC (Thera Botanics)

Thera Botanics was founded in 2007. Its their mission is to ‘make the best natural products to support physical health and emotional well-being'.

Thera Botanics’ range includes Men’s Health and Women’s Health products, Digestive Health, and Memory health products (Cebria and Cebria Ultra blend, plus Omega blends), and Energy supplements. Cebria Ultra Blend is a variant of the Cebria formulation but contains 459mg of the Neuro Pep Proprietary blend plus Vitamins B6, B12, and Folic Acid.

As I mentioned above there is an offer on the Cebria shop page where you can purchase a 60-day supply of Cebria for only $9.99. You also receive ‘Perfect Omega’ and a book.

Interestingly, the ‘free’ book (The New Memory Advantage) is co-authored by Dr. Marcus Laux, a naturopathic physician who was part of the MLM company Qivana. Make of this what you will, you might not find this free book to be much of an incentive to purchase but if you do it would be interesting to do the research on who the authors are and their motivations.

Cebria Ingredients

The Cebria website states that the ingredients are:

Neuropeptides (small chains of amino acids) are essential for nourishing neurons in the brain and therefore are a vital part of brain function.

How to take Cebria?

The dosage is one capsule per day.

Side Effects

Cebria contains lactose so may not be appropriate for those who are lactose intolerant.

Does Cebria Actually Work?

As this is a proprietary blend it’s really hard to derive any sense of what the potential effects of the dosage could be. Looking at Examine.com I can see that the amino Lysine is sometimes supplemented alongside Vitamin C but that it is most commonly used to treat Herpes Simplex (up to 2g daily being the dose).

There is unlikely to be this amount in the blend.

Similarly, D-serine appears to have a cognitive use (being used in the treatment of schizophrenia) but it is unreliable as supplementation doesn’t always result in it being found in the blood. Again a dose of around 2g is common.

There doesn’t appear to be clinical evidence that the combined ingredients in Cebria can support neuropeptide levels or functions in the brain. The proprietary blend (called ‘Neuro Pep') is a formula of amino acids, and although they are listed we don’t know how much of each we are taking and therefore whether there is enough to make up for any dietary deficit.

On the website, the manufacturers state there have been 10 years' worth of research and development, yet they don’t state any of the findings or cite any medical papers. I’m really surprised. Something as ground-breaking as a cure for age-related memory degeneration would surely be big news?

In fact, the makers do say on their FAQ page that the product has been;

scientifically tested and shown in a double-blind study to dramatically improve your memory in just 30 days

But they DON’T give us a link to the journal where the findings were published!!

Again, I’m really confused as surely this would indeed be a breakthrough.

Cebria Customer Reviews

There are 94 customer reviews on Amazon, I include a selection below:

Good for keeping memory sharp5 stars

this isn’t the latest best Cebria product3 stars

Effects for you may be different – not sure the effects warrant the cost1 star

It is interesting to see that Cebria Ultra, which contains almost twice as much of the proprietary blend and vitamins alongside, has some better reviews.

Money Back Guarantee / Returns Policy

There is a 30-day “Love it or Return it” money-back guarantee (less P&P) if you order directly through the official website.

Where to Buy Cebria?

You can buy Cebria online at the official website or on Amazon.

The ‘free trial’ consists of 2 boxes of Cebria (two months’ supply) plus a copy of “The New Memory Advantage” co-authored by Dr. Marcus Laux, and a bottle of Perfect Omega (brain, eye, and heart support).

Is It Worth the Price?

At $39.95 for 30 capsules (one month’s supply) the standard price is already quite high. The ‘free trial’ is a potential bargain in that you receive a couple of months’ worth to try, but eventually, you pay $39.95 if you keep up the subscription. So you could, in theory, just try it for $9.99 and cancel the subscription if you weren’t happy. This sort of incentive does make me wonder how sales are doing as it would be strange to offer such a good deal on an already popular brand.

As I mention above I’m really unsure about the value of a product that claims so much and yet doesn’t come through with the hard science and the research to back it up.

We often see with brain health supplements that there has been a leap-of-faith taken on the cause and effect of the ingredients used (i.e. the school of thought that certain diets – such as the Mediterranean diet – which is made up of plenty of fish and fresh vegetables supports brain health – ergo we take fish oil supplements).

In fact in a recent article by Harvard Health, Dr. Gad Marshall from the Center for Alzheimer Research states;

The FDA doesn't oversee product testing or ingredient accuracy — they just look out for supplements that make health claims related to the treatment of specific diseases.

This means that manufacturers can make broad claims about brain health, age-related memory loss, and general cognition, and they don’t need to back up their claims with hard science.

Returning to Cebria, because the formula is a proprietary blend, we don’t know exactly what goes into their amino acid formulation. Most supplements are not tested rigorously and therefore the manufacturers can argue and state all kinds of claims, saying they have been discerning about the purity and sourcing or manufacturing of their formula. This is not the same thing!

The Bottom Line

I’ve gone around the houses a little bit with this product as it looked so promising but, having done the research, I’m disappointed. Cebria (at its usual market price) is an expensive product for what you get.

There are likely better-value products available on the market which contain more potent ingredients in a higher quantity.

If you're keen on a brain and memory supplement then you can take a look at Mind Lab Pro a nootropic supplement popular with both young, professionals and older generations for brain support. I have reviewed this supplement – please take a look here.

I would personally rather take a supplement that supported all-round health with a broad spectrum of ingredients (check out my supplement), to cover where my diet may be lacking in key nutrients, than take a specific supplement aimed at reversing an age-related symptom.

In my research into nootropic supplements, I soon stumbled upon a product called Quiet Mind Plus. Now, the bizarre thing is that I couldn’t find this available to buy but still, there were a lot of reviews online about it.

So, this got me curious and digging around to see what I could find out and why people were still interested in this nootropic pill.

Although the official website is now defunct Quiet Mind Plus looks to have been a popular supplement during 2017 and 2018.

I look to uncover the details on this cognitive and tinnitus supplement and whether it was really a marketing scam. Sit back and check out my Quiet Mind Plus review.

First Impressions

Reports of misleading advertising, fake testimonials, and even non-existent creator surrounds the background of Quiet Mind Plus.

The backstory seems to be that Quiet Mind Plus was created in March 2017 to apparently cure chronic tinnitus in a little over 3 weeks.

The claims didn’t stop there though, as according to the manufacturer you could also reverse Alzheimer's, migraine, dementia, and daily brain fog.

The official website was full of marketing BS will little science to support the claims. If you managed to make it past the VERY LONG sales video that talked about tinnitus, you were eventually presented with the solution – Quiet Mind Plus.

The video lacked any real evidence or scientific data to support the claims made, a big red flag in anyone’s book.

Background on Quiet Mind Plus

According to information online from a number of sources the product was formulated by Gregory Peters. I was unable to find out anything about the company or guy behind this formula only that he claims to be a “California-based medical librarian”.

Gregory Peters apparently personally experienced recurring tinnitus, which was destroying his life and led him to search out a solution. This led him to partner with Dr. Campbell (MENSA member) to develop Quiet Mind Plus.

Now check the image of Gregory Peters and I soon found him popping up everywhere online – yes that’s right it’s a stock image!

This is concerning and a big warning sign in my book! Suggesting this is one big scam.

Quiet Mind Plus Ingredients

Quiet Mind Plus is made of the following natural ingredients:

• Hibiscus – It is the main ingredient of this supplement to treat the symptoms of tinnitus. Hibiscus is a flowering plant of the Malvaceae family that has been used for its medicinal values through the centuries. It has properties that help soothe the mind and provide relief from stress, as well as boosting the immune system.
• Hawthorn Berry – The fruit of this plant is known for its properties to calm down anxiety and panic attacks. Hawthorne berry also helps in improving the health of the heart.
• Uva Ursi – It has been traditionally used as a treatment for infections and inflammations.
• Juniper Berry – This berry-like cone of the juniper tree is traditionally used as a spice but it also has antimicrobial and antifungal properties.
• Vitamin C – This vitamin, also known as salicylic acid, boosts the immune system and prevents the spread of disease from one part of the body to another.
• Vitamin B3 – This B vitamin is famous for its support of the generation of cellular energy.
• Vitamin B6 – It helps stabilize the functions of the central nervous system.
• Vitamin B12 – This B vitamin is critical in the generation of cellular energy and the stabilization of the central nervous system.
• Garlic – This all-time food spice is known to cure common illnesses. It has properties that help in the regeneration of damaged brain cells and in preventing memory loss.

How to Take Quiet Mind Plus?

According to information, I found online the recommended dose is 2 pills twice a day for 60 days. To see any meaningful results it’s been suggested you need to take it for a full 2-months.

Side Effects

Looking through the ingredients and there is nothing that stands out that would create a bad side effect.

A few of the ingredients are known to have minor side effects in some people. For example, Buchu leaves produce kidneys irritation and stomach upset. Excessive consumption of Garlic Extract is known to create side effects like nausea, vomiting, and bad body odor.

As the last point, as we don’t know the ingredient amounts we would urge caution if you’re particularly sensitive to any of these.

Does Quiet Mind Plus Actually Work?

Here were the marketing claims of Quiet Mind Plus:

• Reduce tinnitus
• Improve concentration
• Enhance memory
• Reduces anxiety

The claims were pretty bold especially considering the bland and unimpressive ingredients in the formula I find it hard to believe it would have many benefits.

Most of the ingredients outlined appear to have overall health benefits and are not necessarily focused on the brain as such. Of course, having more vitamin B dosage in your daily intake is a good thing, but unless you are nutritionally deficient in these you’ll unlikely notice any difference.

Quiet Mind Plus Customer Reviews

According to other sources online, the testimonials on the Quiet Mind Plus website were Unverifiable and could well have been made up.

I did find some customer testimonials on a forum though, and these were not too flattering.

Exactly like your case I ordered four bottles of “QUIET MIND PLUS” against “Tennitus and Brain disorders”. They charged me 12! bottles for 220 Euro= 240 $. I asked for refund and responded that they cannot refund because they already shipped them. I had to receive them first, send them back and if they receive the parcel they said that they gone refund my card. So, I received a parcel at 20th of March with 9! bottles which returned back immidiatelly. I'm still waiting!Peter Panda

Took it for a month, despite believing at the time that it was obvious snake oil. The powder in the capsules has a strong pH to the point of painful burps afterwards.

Source: https://www.tinnitustalk.com/threads/quiet-mind-plus-%E2%80%94-any-good.22684/

Money Back Guarantee / Returns Policy

According to the official website, there was a 60-day guarantee refund policy if the product did not meet your expectations. Feedback though suggests that getting your money back wasn't quite as easy as this as many customers struggled to get a refund.

Where to Buy Quiet Mind Plus?

You can’t officially get this from the manufacturer now as it doesn’t appear for sale on the official website or other marketplaces like Amazon or eBay.

One bottle costs a whopping $69, 3 bottles $177, and 6 bottles for $294.

This was not a cheap supplement!

Is It Worth the Price?

I manage to find a screenshot of the pricing and was shocked at the cost of one bottle.

What I find amusing is the increasing benefits of purchasing larger packages. Seems that you need to take a 6-months supply of Quiet Mind Plus to prevent Alzheimer’s – hmm a very dubious and misleading claim!

If you can only afford 3 bottles then at least you can start rejuvenating brain cells 😉

Needless to say, this supplement was overpriced…overrated, and BS!

The Bottom Line

The fact that Quiet Mind Plus isn’t on the market now is no real loss.

According to the claims and the information I was able to dig up it really looks like a case of marketing over substance. You not missing out by not taking Quiet Mind Plus – in fact, you should be glad you’re saving your money.

To be perfectly frank here, this supplement is not a proper nootropic but a poorly put-together supplement containing a very unimpressive list of ingredients. If you were to take this, it was very unlikely to make any difference to your well-being or your Tinnitus.

Instead you’re much better checking out other Quiet Mind Plus alternative supplements on the market. Whether this is a top rated greens superfood or over the counter nootropic supplements, I make some recommendations.

There is competition, and we need to be more discerning now than ever, especially now that buying online in minutes – seconds even – has become the consumer norm.

So how do we choose between the myriad of nootropic products out there? Do we look at customer reviews and testimonials? Are we looking for a celebrity influencer to sell us a lifestyle change?

Take for example Neuro-Peak by Zhou Nutrition which tells us it is for anyone who wants to feel on top of their game. That’s everyone, right? So it’s a great catch-all for really reaching out to consumers and grabbing our attention. I like the simple messaging and want to know a little more.

What is Neuro-Peak?

In this Neuro-Peak review, I’m going to look at how the product is marketed and also look at the specific ingredients to see whether it’s something I’m interested in taking for my mental performance. I’ve taken a look around the website and it seems, on first look, to be a good value nootropic supplement with really smart labeling and marketing.

But I want to take a deeper dive to see what I can find out about the people behind the product, do they have any specific messages they want to share with us, and what is the story behind the formulation? They say that it’s appropriate for all – from gamers to CEOs, business professionals to students. So how can it be that it will suit absolutely everyone?

We do know that Zhou Nutrition Neuro-Peak quickly became a pretty popular nootropic, especially on Amazon, and this could be explained by its clear messaging and marketing. The label and logo are neat and direct, the ingredients simple (covering all the key nootropic essentials) and the price is mid-range.

Background on Zhou Nutrition

I’m pleased to see that from their ‘About Us’ pages Zhou Nutrition definitely practices what they preach. They are selling products that fit into a holistic approach to wellness and, accordingly, they practice yoga and ‘nerd out’ over herbal concoctions. Zhou offer ‘tailored purposeful’ formulations, meaning they are strongly focused on the personalization of their products.

Not only this, the company is clear on how they source their ingredients and then test in their lab. The team consists of nutritionists and scientists and they are proud of their sourcing credentials and safety procedures. The ‘learning’ section on their site (blog) is full of deep dives into specific ingredients and topics, which adds value to the brand and gives some helpful insights into areas you may not be so clued-up on.

Zhou Nutrition was recently bought by Nutraceutical Corp.

What Ingredients inside Neuro-Peak?

I’m immediately pleased to see that this formulation isn’t a proprietary blend and the manufacturers have been honest enough to include the amounts used on their ingredients listing.

This level of transparency creates trust between the maker and the consumer and in this way I can do a little research of my own to see whether I can be happy that the product is likely to have any of the effects that it claims.

So let’s take a deeper look at the amounts within the Neuro-Peak ingredients and see what this really means for the claims of the product.

I already know a little about Bacopa Monnieri and Rhodiola Rosea, two plant extracts that are key nootropic ingredients. Said to prevent fatigue, the herbal usage dates back centuries into the roots of Ayurvedic medicine. The adaptogenic properties of these herbs are key in the nootropic blend as it enables the body to reach a relaxed-yet-focused state.

Examine.com states that effects are likely to be observed in the following amounts: Bacopa 300mg (at 50% bacosides) and Rhodiola anywhere from 50mg (minimum) to 288-600mg for acute effects (3% rosavin and 1% salidroside).

Research into the use of Ginkgo Biloba in cognitive function is ongoing and the usual dose is around 120-240mg an hour before the performance, with a daily dose recommended between 40-120mg per day (source).

Vitamin B12 (also known as the compound Cobalamin) is water-soluble and is known to participate in cognitive functioning. It is advised that vegans and older people supplement with this vitamin at about 1mg (1000mcg) as they tend to be dietary deficient. The research on this vitamin and cognition is mainly around stroke survivors.

Phosphatidylserine is an amino acid derivative found in the brain, mostly bioavailable in fish. It is known to have effects on cognition and lowers cortisol, the stress hormone, hence its usefulness in nootropics. Usual doses are around 100mg taken 3 times per day (300mg) (source).

DMAE is often supplemented for cognitive decline in the elderly. It is advised at a dose of 1500mg (studies are ongoing – but check resource so far here).

We can see from the above that the amounts of the nootropic ingredients in Neuro-Peak are likely to be sufficient to see some effects, and it is a definite plus that they have kept the serving to just one capsule, therefore you are getting all you need in just one serve.

Are There Any Neuro-Peak Side Effects?

It looks unlikely from the ingredients that a person with no pre-existing sensitivities to anything included in the formulation would suffer side effects. From the reviews I have noted that someone suggested they had headaches, and another said it made them nauseous.

It’s important to talk to a healthcare provider if you are considering supplementing, just to go over your full dietary needs and make sure you are not making up for any other deficiencies.

Does Neuro-Peak Actually Work?

For the ingredient amounts, I would say that it looks to be a pretty legitimate product. The makers say Neuro-Peak can support memory and cognition and offer mood and stress support.

From the ingredients, they have chosen and the research I have done around amounts I would say there are likely to be positive effects, however, it would definitely depend on the levels of stress and cognitive performance testing you are under at any given time.

The interesting thing about the people they are reaching out to (gamers, students, business professionals, CEOs) is that there seems to be an assumed level of need from these groups, and while I find it hard to believe that a gamer might be under the same pressure to perform as a Chief Executive, in their own way they will need to find a solution to the stresses of their chosen task.

Neuro-Peak has a balance of nootropic ingredients in adequate amounts, so it looks like it should be effective in its goal to help you reach stress-free cognitive performance.

Neuro-Peak Customer Reviews

There are over six thousand reviews on Amazon for this product, reinforcing what a popular and mainstream-accessed product it is. Around 50% of those reviewers gave it five stars.

I’ve included a selection below:

Best, safest nootropic formulation hands down!five stars

These pills changed my life!five stars

reviews might be fake – here’s a real one… has to build up in your system, only seems to work when taken with their energy pills, when it does work the results are mild at bestthree stars

doesn’t work like reviews suggest – don’t buyone star.

How to Take Neuro-Peak

The makers recommend one capsule per day. One jar contains 30 servings.

Any Money Back Guarantee?

Zhou Nutrition offers a 60-day risk-free money-back guarantee on all products including Neuro-Peak.

Where to Buy Neuro-Peak

You can buy Neuro-Peak online at the official website or from Amazon.

What’s the Cost of Neuro-Peak?

A one-off purchase of a jar of 30 capsules of Neuro-Peak (with a dosage of one per day) costs $21.04 (USD). Their subscription model means you can buy monthly, every two months, or every three months at $16.83.

My Verdict on Neuro-Peak

When looking across the board at nootropic formulations it is impossible to say that there can be a one-size-fits-all product that will work with absolutely everyone. We all cope with life’s trials in different ways, and we all feel the physiological pressure in different ways too.

Are we looking at a specific product as the gold standard? Is it fair to test these stacks against a pharmaceutical such as Adderall (or even one of many Adderall copies!)?

This, it would seem is both the beauty and the beast when it comes to finding something that will support our mind, body, and mood. We can’t be sure that all the ingredients will be appropriate for each body, let alone a brain that is under cognitive stress.

For me this product is a good all-rounder which should help you to reach your cognitive and performative peak, just be aware of your expectations and your usual physical and mental limitations. If you're looking for a better alternative though you should check out my Mind Lab Pro review.

If you have read any of my other reviews you might have realized that I am partial to a clinical study.

I like science-backed claims. I just can’t help it.

Tell me that you’ve got the research to prove the benefits you are claiming your product has, I will most likely buy it!

So it is with Cognium from Natrol, a nootropic that says it uses the number 1 most clinically studied ingredient for memory among brain health supplements.

Great! I’m hooked. So in this Cognium review, I will dig a little deeper into this claim, find out more about this amazing ingredient, and share with you my findings.

Natrol Cognium First Impressions

The website for Cognium really sucks you in.

I'm immediately drawn in by leading phrases such as ‘A breakthrough in brain health’ and ‘clinical studies that show statistically significant improvements in memory and recall in healthy adults, in as little as four weeks’. So what is this product and how can it have these claims?

In this Cognium review, I’ll take a look at the people behind the supplement, the ingredients, the scientific thinking, and some reviews. I’ll decide for myself whether or not I think the claims are backed up and whether Cognium is, indeed, a bonafide memory support supplement.

Background on Natrol LLC

A leading US-based maker of vitamin, mineral, and broader health-related products, Natrol is now one of the largest ‘Nutraceutical’ companies in the market. Like many such companies, it began as a beauty manufacturer, entering the supplements field in 1982 with weight management products.

Pitching themselves firmly in the ‘natural’ segment, Natrol quickly gained a corner in the newly-emerging supplements sector (following the ‘dietary Supplements Health and Education Act’ of 1994) releasing melatonin products and a slew of vitamins and minerals to enhance beauty, energy and performance (such as products for bodybuilders).

Today, Natrol are the makers of a broad range of supplements, not solely for brain health, but branching into newly-emerging sectors. From melatonin-containing gummies for kids to energy support (B-vitamins), weight management (‘Carb Intercept’), hair care (NuHair), and mood support (5-HTP) there are products for all walks of life.

With the grow in popularity of nootropic supplements now, it comes as no surprise that Natrol would produce such a supplement.

What Ingredients inside Cognium?

The ingredients listing on the bottle of Cognium is very short, that is to say there is only one active ingredient. The others (listed under ‘other ingredients’) are the compounds which bind the active ingredient into tablet form.

So, what’s inside the Cognium formula?

Cognium contains an ingredient called Cera-Q Powder (60% silk protein hydrolysate) which is supposed to be the powerful secret behind the claimed improvements in memory recall.

The makers of Cognium claim that it has been ‘clinically proven’ in ‘multiple randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies and published their findings in peer-reviewed journals’ to ‘improve memory and recall’.

The aspect of this that at the same time seems both attractive and unnerving is that the whole benefit weighting is placed on one ingredient. Is this ingredient one that has been used traditionally for centuries for brain-boosting properties? no. Is this one ingredient a commonly-found food compound that scientists have researched for decades to underpin proven health benefits? no.

Is this, in fact, a compound found in nature but which research has been retrofitted to in order for a manufacturer to sell the benefits to customers?

Possibly.

I need to find out more.

Are There Any Cognium Side Effects?

While the manufacturers are quick to state that the ingredients contain no: milk, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, yeast, artificial colors, or flavors, it can’t be guaranteed that there are no side effects.

Reviewers have reported sleep issues and side effects to the other ingredients such as croscarmellose sodium.

Does Cognium Actually Work?

As you will see from the ingredients listed above I am already a little unsure about the effectiveness of this one ingredient: silk protein hydrolysate.

The manufacturers of Cognium quote seven clinical trials by Korean scientists who looked at the various properties of silk protein and its applications in terms of improving memory in human subjects.

Unfortunately with a little online research, I found a few sites which debunk these trials and the academics themselves for data falsification. The results aren’t available on PubMed, which is another red flag. At the end of the day it’s down to the consumer to decide whether they want to believe the marketing information on the manufacturer’s website or do their own research.

Natrol claims that Cognium’s active ingredient, silk protein hydrolysate, increases blood flow to the brain, acts as an antioxidant, and increases glucose uptake. This ‘Brain-Factor 7’ or ‘B-F7’ is what has been studied by these Korean scientists.

Reports on another supplements-checking site suggest that the results of these trials are inconclusive as the subjects were either animals or young people with unimpaired cognition, and therefore not an appropriate subject for testing a compound that is supposed to improve cognition in older subjects. (see the full article here)

Cognium Customer Reviews

Amazon carries 270 customer reviews which are a mix of positive and not-so-positive.

It works but give it at least a month to see the results5 stars

Seems to work best when added to other supplements4 stars

Didn’t work for me2 stars

Not worth the money1 star

How to Take Cognium

The dosage for Cognium is 1 tablet per day.

Any Money Back Guarantee?

Because the Natrol site isn’t a shop front there is no money-back guarantee.

Where to Buy Cognium

While all the information on Cognium is available at the official website you need to find a retailer in order to buy. That’s right, their website isn’t a shop.

You can buy online at Walgreens, Target, Walmart, iHerb, and also on Amazon

What’s the Cost of Cognium?

On Amazon, the cost is $18.00 for 60 tablets. This is amazing value for a nootropic but don’t forget it only contains one ingredient.

My Verdict: Cognium

The information on the Natrol website is very compelling. If there was indeed a single-ingredient which could delay age-onset cognitive decline this would look very much like a miracle cure.

It’s a shame that there is so little evidence to back it up. After all, there are products on the market containing ingredients that have undergone numerous studies and rigorous peer-review of those studies (check out Mind Lab Pro for example).

Instead of spending my money on a single compound, I prefer to research products that contain a blend of tested, potent health-giving properties. I look at sites like Examine.com to look into each compound and then look for products that contain a good blend of powerful ingredients to give me a better chance of experiencing the nootropic effects.

Steer clear of products that claim to perform miracles and look at those which are tested and proven to have beneficial brain-health boosting properties.

If you like the idea of nootropics but you’re just not into taking pills or capsules, what are your options? I’ve been looking at some alternative products that might be able to provide you with the benefits of potent nootropic ingredients delivered in a different form.

This is where Neurogum comes in.

This novel formulation claims to be a cutting-edge product that is designed to deliver nootropic benefits in a convenient ‘take anywhere’ form – chewing gum.

So, in the search to find something new, is this really the product we could be looking for? Will it actually do what it claims to do? How is it better than the rest?

From I outside I should say that I am skeptical. The reason is whether you can consume sufficient ingredients within a gum to trigger any meaningful nootropic benefit. But I am up for being persuaded and so give Neurogum my full and honest review. Will I be chewing my way to a new and improved brain? Let's see.

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First Impressions

Although Neurogum pitches itself as a novel way to take nootropics, I wanted to know how it is really going to measure up against a full-spectrum stack that includes potent ingredients in the right amounts. This is usually the first thing I look for.

The website neurogum.com is full of information so I’m going to quickly take a look around and see what I can learn about the product.

For the artists, the dreamers, the adventurers, and the do-ers, we've always believed that the best version of ourselves starts with the mind. That's why we've dedicated the last 5 years to develop products that help people do more.

This statement is just about broad enough that it will appeal to all-comers, though I can’t really decipher what it is they are saying they’ll do.

Reading more I discover that the effects of chewing just 1-2 pieces for energy, as needed, are supposedly backed by science. It’s the ‘synergy’ between the active ingredients that creates the boost in attention, energy, and clarity.

So far, so impressive and I’m very keen to know more, so I’ll continue my research in order to provide the fullest NeuroGum review and really dig into the product information and reviews.

Background on NeuroGum Inc.

The makers of the gum, Kent and Ryan – both athletes and scholars – share a joint belief that they could channel their experiences into discovering the next best thing in nootropics.

Like most people in the field, they wanted to create a product that can provide the ‘clean’ energy and alertness (like caffeine but without the buzz) of a nootropic to enable those taking it to be in a state of prolonged attentiveness without burnout or ‘comedown’. Although they don’t come right out and say it, this is the hope of all nootropics, to put you in a state of focus that is sustained and without side effects.

Looking at the competition, the duo felt that the market was already saturated with pills and capsules, so they looked for a different format. They also reached out to funders to raise the capital for their venture. NeuroGum was crowdfunded in just three days. Now there have been over 8 million ‘pieces’ chewed.

They give 1% of profits back to non-profits and community groups.

NeuroGum comes in two flavors: Enlightenment and Cinnamental.

They also make NeuroMints – energy and focus mints (with the main ingredients being Caffeine and L-theanine, also including vitamins B6 & 12).

NeuroGum Ingredients

Unlike capsules or pills, NeuroGum has a chewing-gum base, therefore some of the ingredients are unusual and different to those I have researched previously.
The ‘active’ nootropic compounds are caffeine, L-theanine, spirulina, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12.

So, what’s inside the NeuroGum formula?

The ingredients of NeuroGum are listed as follows:

• L-theanine 60mg
• Natural Caffeine (from Green Tea) 40mg
• Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) – 30% daily value
• Methylcobalamin (Vitamin B12) – 100% daily value
• Monk Fruit
• Sorbitol
• Gum Base
• Stevia
• Natural Flavors (Peppermint)
• Sucralose
• Calcium Stearate

L-theanine – a non-dietary amino acid (not often found in the diet) that is known to act on the brain in a relaxing, but non-sedating effect. Often used in nootropic stacks alongside caffeine, the sedative effect is felt at around 100-200mg servings (source).

Caffeine (Green tea) – the most commonly-taken stimulant, caffeine is usually taken in a 100-200mg daily dose (for focus, mental clarity and sometimes for weight-loss and / or muscle gain) (source).

Green tea is commonly thought of as a ‘natural’ source of caffeine, similar to coffee, but extracting the caffeine from the tea is likely to remove any additional benefits (such as the EGCG found in green tea catechins). Therefore it is unclear why the source of the caffeine is important.

Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) is an essential vitamin for energy in the body, however, it is unclear that supplementation is effective. Doses of 50-100mg are sometimes used for reducing the symptoms of PMS.

Methylcobalamin (vitamin B12) is thought to be involved in cognition and brain function. Vegans and older people are known to often be deficient and a supplement of around 1g is advised in these cases. Studies have involved subjects who suffer cognitive decline (either age-related or due to strokes) and therefore it is unclear what effect supplementation in otherwise healthy subjects has.

Are There Any NeuroGum Side Effects?

If you already have a known sensitivity to any of the ingredients it is worth taking precautions to ensure that you speak with a medical professional before taking this supplement. Existing sensitivities (for example to artificial sweeteners) might lead to side effects such as gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, bloating.

Does NeuroGum Actually Work?

So, we’ve established that this is indeed a novel way to take nootropic ingredients, but does it actually work ingesting ingredients in this way?

The research stated on the website for NeuroGum claims that it ‘uses ingredients shown to give your brain the boost it needs to function at its best and that ‘buccally absorbed through the mouth, the active ingredients in NeuroGum take effect 5X faster than if taken through drinks or supplements’.

They claim that this is the first gum-based nootropic product that combines caffeine and L-theanine is most likely correct, however, the idea that the gum-formulation makes it easier to take – and is more quickly absorbed and therefore more effective – is slightly misleading, in my opinion.

The makers of NeuroGum have been quick to cite research such as this paper on PubMed which states that l-theanine and caffeine together have an effect on concentration, cognitive performance, and alertness. There are also two studies cited on buccal administration of caffeine and its effectiveness on concentration but at a 200mg dose. (study one and study two).

Here lies the issue: the amounts in the gum are not likely to be as conclusively effective as the amounts ingested via capsules or pills and therefore it is difficult, without scientific testing, to say whether the dose would be effective.

Interestingly, on their comparison page, they use the following products to show the benefits of chewing NeuroGum: 5-hour Energy, Red Bull, Starbucks coffee (16fl oz). The comparisons are between caffeine, sugar, calories, and price.

Although the ingredients may be similar and comparable, I don’t feel this is a fair comparison at all as they are firstly comparing drink-based products that are either high in sugar, high in caffeine, or high in price. This is just a point to underline both the marketing ploy of using this comparison and the uniqueness of the gum as it really can’t be compared with drinks.

NeuroGum Customer Reviews

The reviews on Amazon offer a range of views so I’m including some here:

A robust alternative to a cup of coffeefive star review

Pricey but works as desired4 stars

experienced no noticeable effects2 stars

I get the impression people are likely to try this product once or twice but you are unlikely to adopt it as a daily habit, unlike a cup of coffee for example.

How to Take NeuroGum

The makers of NeuroGum recommend one to two pieces as needed.

Any Money Back Guarantee?

Neurogum as a 30-day 100% money-back guarantee. Unopened packs should be returned and must be approved before you receive your money back.

Where to Buy NeuroGum

You can buy NeuroGum at https://neurogum.com/.

What’s the Cost of NeuroGum?

NeuroGum currently costs $21.90 for a one-time purchase of a six-pack (54 pieces).

At $0.40 this is quite a good cost-per-dose product, however remembering that the dosages of the active ingredients are relatively low, you might feel that other products represent slightly better value-for-money.

My Verdict: NeuroGum

This product really had me confused. I could see how the product came about as it seems to be a natural progression from the caffeine-based ‘focus’ drink products, but I can’t see how this gum would become a daily replacement product. Chewing gum may be a habit for some, but this is a costly version of chewing gum.

As a nootropic it just doesn’t look like it delivers a big enough dose of the powerful compounds I would be looking for.

I could easily get more caffeine from a drink, and I wouldn’t need to compromise on calories at all (contrary to the comparison products they have chosen in their marketing).

Sorry NeuroGum, although I like your style, I don’t really like the substance.

For me, this niche product misses the mark in terms of a heavy-hit of nootropics (instead I would recommend Mind Lab Pro instead). I’ll keep up my search.

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As we age we will all no doubt experience more and more forgetful moments. Life gets more hectic, we have more responsibilities and there are more pressures on us to keep up and to perform at our peak every day.

I’m quickly discovering that each supplement-maker wants to be clear about their niche, so in this review, I’m moving away from the products that focus solely on performance and mental clarity, and am looking at a product which instead claims to help people struggling with what they might think of as age-related cognitive decline.

Provasil is a product that is formulated with one aim: to provide the brain with more-than-adequate nutrition to enable effective functioning even as the physical aging process starts to take its toll.

I’m going to take a closer look at the ingredients in Provasil and see if what the manufacturers claim is likely to be possible and have positive effects.

Provasil First Impressions

I first started my research by looking at the video on the home page of the Provasil website, which states the need for memory-enhancing supplements (age-related cognitive and memory decline) and sets out why Provasil is a cutting-edge product.

The makers say that Provasil will help the brain function and also support the actual physical health of your brain with its ‘optimal blend of research-proven ingredients'. I’m interested in this as, aside from other nootropics, it seems to be focused primarily on supporting the parts of the brain related to memory loss in aging.

Claiming to be the;

most powerful all-natural memory and focus-enhancing product available on the market

it says that it achieves its aims through the following mechanisms: Boosts Memory, Intensifies Focus, Increases Mental Performance (all with its 100% Patented Formula).

On a simple user level, the website is clear and informative, although I did find the long informative text a little bit hard to digest. At least the makers of Provasil aren’t sparing with the information. The product is definitely aimed at those who consider themselves to be suffering from age-related cognitive decline and ‘senior moments'.

Other memory and focus supplements I have reviewed:

• Mind Lab Pro Review
• NooTroo Review

Background on Cognetix Labs

Cognetix Labs are the US-based drug discovery and development company behind Provasil. There is no background story available on the Provasil store website and I couldn’t find very much information about them by doing my usual search online.

What Ingredients inside Provasil?

Provasil contains, by the makers’ own admission, a ‘proprietary’ formula.

Normally this would mean they haven’t disclosed exactly how much of each ingredient goes into each tablet, but in this case, we can actually see from the ingredients listing how much of each ingredient IS in the formula!

I’m a bit confused as to how they are using the term ‘proprietary’ but that’s ok with me as they are at least being transparent with the amounts!

As with all my nootropic reviews, I try to give a lot of attention to the amounts of each ingredient in the blend. In this way, I can have a systematic approach to how effective I believe the formulation can be.

We can see from the 15 ingredients included (not to mention the binding ingredients that hold the blend together in the tablet form) that there are quite small amounts of each ingredient in this tablet.

This is not to say that this is problematic after all the body only needs a small amount of many vitamins and minerals each day to enable the functions to perform at an optimal level. This is a fantastic fact of survival! But are there enough of each powerful ingredient in this formula to have any effects?

I’ve had a look at the research-informed site Examine.com to see what the science says:

Bacopa Monnieri – known to improve cognition and traditionally used in Ayurveda, this herb should be taken in a daily dose of around 300mg (with a bacoside content of 55% of the extract by weight). Because the ingredients list doesn’t state the active compound amount we have to take it for granted that the manufacturers know this. If the whole leaf is used it is recommended as a supplemental dose of 750-1500mg daily. The formulation of Provasil doesn’t provide this amount.

Ginkgo Leaf is another traditional herb that has been used for cognitive health purposes. It is thought to especially alleviate the stress associated with mental performance (such as at times like taking examinations or needing to specifically focus on one task). Therefore the suggested dose is 120-240mg one to four hours before the performance. Provasil again falls a little short of this dose.

Interestingly the research around the combined effectiveness of Ginkgo with Phosphatidylserine has been called into question. More can be found here.

Panax Ginseng has been frequently studied for its properties of aiding memory-formation, cognitive function, and focus during the performance. Often taken alongside Bacopa and Ginseng, the suggested dose is 400mg.

Resveratrol (polygonum cupidatum root extract) is a compound that is also found in red wine and is one of the reasons why so much research has been conducted around the health benefits of diets that frequently include red wine. For cardiovascular health of blood flow benefits, a dose of 150-445mg daily is recommended.

As we can see it looks as though the makers of Provasil have done their research into many traditionally-used compounds for cognitive enhancement, but in terms of effectiveness we have to question whether their more-is-better approach is leading to the power of the ingredients being watered down.

Are There Any Provasil Side Effects?

Unless you have a pre-existing sensitivity to any of Provasil’s ingredients it is unlikely that you would experience side effects, however, it is important to look at all the ingredients and consult your medical practitioner before you start supplementing your diet.

Does Provasil Actually Work?

As anyone who has looked into nootropics will know (and anyone who has read any of my other reviews) I’m not a fan of the proprietary formula. Having said that, the makers have actually been transparent about the amounts of each ingredient they are using!

I’m not convinced, looking at the amounts of the herbal compounds included, that this ‘more-is-better’ approach is going to result in proven benefits. As with all nootropics, it probably takes consistent use and giving Provasil time to build up in the system. For me, it feels as though there are just too many ingredients and I would rather see more of a few powerful compounds in this product than a broad spectrum of ingredients.

From the customer reviews, I can see that some find the tablet hard to swallow, or don’t like the taste. A selection of Provasil customer reviews is included below.

Feedback is very mixed.

Some customers really rate Provasil for its effectiveness in giving mental clarity and improving cognition, whereas others find it to be not as effective.

Provasil Customer Reviews

There are plenty of success stories on the Provasil website and on the Amazon selling pages. I’ve included a few reviews below to show a cross-section of what some customers have said about Provasil.

tastes absolutely horrible but it worksfive stars

didn’t workone star

This is quite usual for Amazon reviews and the reason I provide a cross-section is that I believe not everyone gives a new product time to actually work and show its benefits.

How to Take Provasil

The manufacturers state that an effective dose is one or two tablets a day. One bottle contains 60 tablets and there are a number of purchasing options available on the Provasil store site.

Any Money Back Guarantee?

Provasil comes with a 60-day risk-free money-back guarantee for first-time purchases if you are not satisfied. You do need to call for an authorization number and all products must be returned. Only one bottle may be unopened and unused (therefore if you buy multiple bottles you must only have opened one).

Where to Buy Provasil

You can buy Provasil from the online store or from Amazon.

What’s the Cost of Provasil?

The pricing structure is a little confusing, but like many supplement manufacturers, they have structured their pricing to make it more affordable to bulk-buy. One bottle of 60 tablets costs $49.95 on the Provasil site. Three bottles are $127.37 (saving $82) and five bottles are $199.80.

Because the first purchase comes with a guarantee the manufacturers are banking on you choosing the best-value option and benefiting from saving from the first purchase.

My Honest Opinion on Provasil

I struggled with this one as I was so sold on the story and the marketing information on the Provasil website. In the process of writing my review, I’ve discovered that the amounts of each ingredient are quite low.

In focusing specifically on the brain’s aging, the manufacturers have necessarily reduced their reach and market, although they do give a powerful message that it’s an area we will likely all face and something we should be thinking about if we are already supplementing our diet in terms of supporting brain health.

I’d like to see some more research studies, for example through looking at Examine and the research stated on that site, I can already tell where research studies focussing on just one compound have had proven benefits on cognition and memory function in older people, and that makes me confident that supplementing with that particular compound might have benefits in the long term.

If you want to support your brain in later life, it might be more beneficial to look at some of the existing research and reach for a potent blend of fewer, proven ingredients than taking this all-rounder.