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The Brain Stack

Evidence-based cognitive support

For: Anyone wanting to support focus, memory, and long-term brain health

The nootropics market is 90% hype. This stack includes only what actually has human research for cognitive function.

TL;DR

Foundation: Omega-3 DHA, Creatine, Caffeine + L-Theanine. Long-term: Bacopa. Skip: most nootropic blends, racetams. Lifestyle (sleep, exercise) matters more than pills.

Monthly Budget

Budget
$30
/month
Recommended
$60
/month
Premium
$100
/month

Core Stack

1-2g DHA specificallyWith meals

DHA is literally structural brain material. Chronic deficiency = smaller brain volume.

Budget: Nordic Naturals DHA - $25/month
Premium: Nordic Naturals ProDHA - $40/month
CreatineESSENTIAL
5g dailyAny time

Brain uses ATP. Creatine supports ATP. Helps under stress and sleep deprivation.

Budget: Bulk powder - $8/month
Premium: Thorne Creatine - $20/month
L-TheanineESSENTIAL
200mg (or 100mg with 100mg caffeine)Morning or as needed

Promotes calm focus. Pairs perfectly with caffeine to smooth out jitters.

Budget: NOW L-Theanine - $10/month
Premium: Suntheanine brand - $15/month
Bacopa MonnieriRECOMMENDED
300-450mg dailyWith food (can cause GI issues)

Improves memory formation over 8-12 weeks. Patience required.

Budget: Himalaya Bacopa - $12/month
Premium: Nootropics Depot Bacognize - $20/month

Optional Additions

Lion's Mane500-1000mg

NGF support. Promising but human evidence still limited.

When to add: If wanting to experiment with neurogenesis support

Cell membrane support. Some evidence for memory in elderly.

When to add: If 50+ and concerned about memory

Daily Schedule

Morning
L-Theanine (+ caffeine from coffee)Bacopa with breakfast
With any meal
Omega-3 DHA
Any time
Creatine

Common Mistakes

  • Expecting Bacopa to work in days. it takes 8-12 weeks
  • Skipping DHA. it's more important than any nootropic
  • Taking high-dose caffeine without L-theanine. jitters and anxiety
  • Buying "brain blend" products. usually underdosed everything

What to Expect

L-theanine: immediate. Creatine: 1-2 weeks. Bacopa: 8-12 weeks. DHA: ongoing brain health.

The Bottom Line

No "Limitless" pill exists. DHA + creatine + caffeine/theanine is the most evidence-based stack. Add bacopa for long-term memory support.

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About this information: Our recommendations draw from peer-reviewed clinical trials, systematic reviews, and the same medical databases your doctor uses. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. Supplements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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