When we were students, we always wanted to be smarter. It really helps as we try to navigate all those subjects, especially the dreaded Mathematics. Why can’t we just grasp all the concepts easily without the headache and effort required? There are just some concepts that we can’t easily understand at all, no matter how many times we read it. It may look like an alien language, but in reality it’s just your Physics homework. Our attention spans are also becoming shorter according to a recent study, and that doesn’t help at all. Sometimes, we wish that we could just drink some special medicine to make our brain more active and to feel optimized in our studes. A “smart drug” would be a game-changer for anyone.
Well guess what? Now, in the 21st century, this is actually be a possibility. However, to be truly smart, you also need to make an effort, there’s no getting away from that unfortunately. Most of these smart drugs cannot elevate your knowledge to Einstein’s level for example. However, these substances make learning easier, because they activate your brain’s activity. It almost feels like it wakes you and opens up your mind to new ideas. They could be considered as miracle substances for how these can affect our own learning. There are many websites that offer extensive guides for smart drug use. Visit websites to help you find out more about this.
For now, check out some of these smart drugs to learn more about them:
Caffeine
I’m sure you all know about this one, as it is one of the most popular drinks around the world: coffee. Although there are many supplements that have caffeine, you simply cannot beat drinking it. Aside from its flavour, coffee is the go-to drink for people who hate early mornings or to use as a tool to help them stay awake for a night. There are many varieties of coffee and each have their own levels of caffeine. Most coffees these days though have a respectable amount of caffeine that can help to awaken anyone. It can also lessen any tiredness you may be experiencing, making it a great pick-me-up after a long night.
Bacopa Monnieri
A staple in the Ayurvedic medical system, bacopa monnieri has been around for ages and helps with people’s alertness and learning capabilities. It is also known to improve memory, because of its inherent compounds known as bacosides. These attach to your nerve cells in the brain, making them function faster. However, the effects of bacopa monnieri can only be experienced after a long time of usage. It may not be as fast acting as coffee, but the benefits can be maintained as long as you keep taking it.
Ginseng
Another very popular plant from Asia, ginseng has been credited to the health and long life of many people. In fact, a certain variety of ginseng used to be available only for the royal family of various Asian cultures as it is the most effective type of ginseng. Now, people use ginseng as an energy booster especially for those recovering from sickness. Panax ginseng is also used to improve brain function although there is still a lot of confusion as to how it does this. Take note though that the effectiveness of ginseng wears off after continued use, so only use it when necessary. Click here to find out more about ginseng: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ginseng-benefits.
Ginkgo Biloba
This is also a native plant from Asia, and is also used in conjunction with other herbs like Bacopa monnieri and ginseng. It can actually reduce the stress that you are experiencing especially during the learning process. This makes learning easier since you do not have that stress clouding your mind. Ginkgo biloba is also said to improve mental processes, such as memorization and critical thinking, but this still needs to be studied further. According to Greg, the founder of Your Inception, certain nootropics can be very beneficial to slow down memory loss too.
Modafinil
A product of the modern times, Modafinil is usually found under the name Provigil. It is usually used to treat excessive sleepiness or drowsiness, also known as narcolepsy. This condition can actually be really dangerous especially once you go outside. Modafinil helps in keeping the brain active, which is why there are some specialists who would prescribe this if other medicines do not work. However, you do need to have a prescription before you can buy this in most countries around the world. Learn more about this here.
For any kind of medicine, you should always go to the doctor before you take any of these smart drugs. Some of them may help you, but you also need to have a proper dosage. Also, do not rely on these smart drugs all the time to help you get through the day. Becoming dependent may not be an issue, but its effectiveness can be affected over time.
*collaborative post
