How Dangerous Are Nootropics?

First off, let’s discuss what nootropics are, exactly. The name was coined by Dr. Corneliu Giurgea, from Romania. He created some criteria for what constitutes a nootropic. Basically, a nootropic drug must safely promote a healthy brain and protect the cerebral processes. They are usually non-toxic and have very few side effects. You will hear about nootropics as supplements that boost focus, cognition, and memory. We do not include other drugs like Ritalin or Adderall in this category. They are simply not safe enough, and can often lead to addiction. Drugs like piracetam or noopept however, are safe and have been proven, in multiple studies, to improve brain function. They are either low or no risk supplements.

You may consider nootropics to be the safest supplements on the market, outside of daily vitamins. They have the amazing capability to improve your brain processes, slow down the aging process, and reinvigorate an elderly mind. Often these nootropics are anti-oxidant and have many other benefits. Some of them even help nerves grow faster and more frequently.

Research into nootropics is ongoing, but already many studies have been conducted that prove them safe and reliable. Most of them don’t even interact negatively with other medicines. They can help people suffering from Parkinson’s or Alzheimer’s diseases.

Also important is the fact that those who take these substances develop no tolerances or experience any symptoms of withdrawal. Of course we always suggest that you talk to your health care provider before adding nootropics to your daily regimen.

Before you take a nootropic, or even a nootropic stack, you need to get to know the ins and outs of nootropics. Learn about which ones are right for you, and what side effects they might have. Some known side effects of common and popular nootropics are intestinal problems, headaches, anxiety, fatigue, and insomnia.

Headaches

This is by and large the most common side effect of popular nootropics. People who take racetam often experience headaches. To some people, this is manageable, while for others it might be too much to take.

What happens is that, if too much racetam is introduced into your system, your acetylcholine receptors will being to burn out. So what’s the solution? Add some choline to your stack and the effects will even out. You’ll see a decline in headaches after a few doses.

Intestinal Problems

Too much of a nootropic can lead to problems within your GI tract. This, in turn leads to symptoms such as diarrhea, pain, nausea, or discomfort. When this happens all you need to do is lower your dose of nootropics. A smaller dose will be easier on your system.

Insomnia and Fatigue

Nootropics naturally make you more alert. They give you an energy boost similar to the effects of caffeine. This means that you could experience trouble sleeping or even become more fatigued at the end of the day. If you have problems sleeping you should consider rescheduling when you take your dose of nootropics. Don’t take them right before bed. Try taking them in the morning with your breakfast. It’s a great way to start your day and they will leave your system by nightfall, allowing you to sleep easy.