Top 7 Nootropic Adaptogens to Conquer Anxiety and Stress

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Top 7 Nootropic Adaptogens to Conquer Anxiety and Stress

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This video is about how to use nootropic adaptogens to heal your brain damaged by chronic stress.
When something happens during your day, regardless of what that stressor is, your body responds the same way every time.
Your HPA axis kicks in and sends a cascade of hormones into your system. Dominated by a flood of cortisol from your adrenals. To fight the effects of stress in your body.
The symptoms of chronic stress show up as brain fog, anxiety and depression, weight gain around your waist, not feeling rested after a night’s sleep, and catching every cold or flu bug that’s going around.
Fortunately, you have easy access to an elite-class of nootropics that help your body cope with stress. And avoid the damage it can cause.
Bringing your body back into a balanced, healthy, optimized state. They are called “adaptogens”.
This video will explain how chronic stress causes brain damage. Then you'll learn what an adaptogen is and how they work.
Then we'll cover the top 7 nootropic adaptogens proven in clinical studies and through real-world use - to help you recover from chronic stress.
00:00 Intro
00:39 Nootropic adaptogens intro
02:18 Stress causes brain damage
03:27 What is an adaptogen?
05:35 How adaptogens work
07:03 Best adaptogen supplements
08:02 Ginseng
09:48 Gotu Kola
10:37 Ashwagandha
11:45 Lemon Balm
12:51 Ginkgo Biloba
14:08 Bacopa Monnieri
15:27 Rhodiola Rosea
16:39 Add balance to your nootropic stack
The original transcript of this video has links that will take you through to the full review of each nootropic adaptogen. Including clinical studies for each of the supplements mentioned in this video.
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* The statements made in this video have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products and supplements referred to anywhere on Nootropics Expert channel are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please check with your doctor before trying any supplement mentioned in this video for your own safety.

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@crackawacka4533 2 жыл бұрын

1) ginseng 2) gotu kola 3) ashwaganda 4) lemon balm 5) ginkgo biloba 6) bacopa monnieri 7) rhodiola rosea

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@carolinemoods9271 3 жыл бұрын

With so many great promesses and plant based science to treat the body, how does one go about not purchasing the whole lot!

@jsunghae 3 жыл бұрын

First time leaving a comment here. Thank you very much for your thorough and informative reviews. I have been benefiting enormously from your balanced and factual reviews and assessments of nootropic supplements. Please keep up the great work!

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jane.

@gchristyer 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent as ever ! 😁👍✌️🇬🇧🙏

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Gordon.

@jamesondexter1761 3 жыл бұрын

you prolly dont care but if you're stoned like me atm you can watch all the latest series on InstaFlixxer. I've been streaming with my girlfriend for the last days =)

@valeriegermain9352 3 жыл бұрын

Been meaning to say how beautiful your orchids are - they’re my go-to stress relief method. Thank you

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Valerie, I'll pass that on to my wife who is the 'orchid guru' around here. That is the result of all her hard work and dedication on learning about orchids. I think it's great because I can just enjoy the beauty of them. And I am surrounded by them.

@mandybeddoes9112 3 жыл бұрын

thank you ,i suffer anxiety panics everyday . wish i could rest from this .

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Mandy, at least one of the supplements I describe in this video should provide some relief for you. Don't be afraid to start experimenting.

@mugodasimon 3 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert Is taking any one of these adaptogens as effective as taking them all together? Which is better?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

@@mugodasimon It depends on what is causing your issues. Some of these supplement work in similar ways. Others work on a completely different pathway. Only you can figure out which ones work best for you. I have hundreds of pages on Nootropics Expert and well over 100 videos on this channel explaining different issues. Something in there must resonate with you and give you a clue on what's going on. Only then can you know what supplement to use successfully.

@masterkey6596 3 жыл бұрын

Love all this knowledge !! Bless you

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rafael55 3 жыл бұрын

Great information. thanks!

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@esammohamad4432 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video sir.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Esam.

@auaggoldbug4151 3 жыл бұрын

awesome info!

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@rebeccagrrrl2699 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful !

@brockmarquis8511 3 жыл бұрын

David audio sounds great.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brock. It's only taken me what, 3 years to figure it out? :-)

@mukhtaraw-hassan2815 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing Stuff... thanks a lot sir

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Most welcome Mukhtar! Thank you.

@RobertLongM Жыл бұрын

I find a mechanical factor that needs addressing in Internal-Jugular Vein compression. This slows the blood flow of the brain, drainage as well as spinal fluid flow. - symptoms are head pressure, pulse in ear, positional based symptoms

@allyfrasier6306 Жыл бұрын

Great information. Thank you!

@NootropicsExpert Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ally.

@russellbarndt6579 2 жыл бұрын

The information you share is amazing and the books are now on my list

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Russell.

@sharonbyrum2471 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I appreciate this information.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome Sharon! Thank you.

@RS-pu9ti 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful information, thank you for sharing NootropicsExpert 🙏

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure Rakesh! Thank you.

@starmadia5670 3 жыл бұрын

Very usefull information thank you sir... Good channel.. 👌👌👌👌👌

@shelleykaygrant2730 3 жыл бұрын

❤ Great Video

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kay!

@beverlyescalera4933 3 жыл бұрын

As always great information, easy to follow with resources to do further research-what more could a gal ask for! My question to you is - Which if any are effective for post stroke patients? Would appreciate any information on this topic in future videos. Thank you in advance 😊

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Beverly both Phenylpiracetam (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/brB3dpyp0cidZ4k.html) and Pramiracetam (kzfaq.info/get/bejne/f9aIlqhklriZnKs.html) have been show to improve cognition post-stroke.

@BillyBVogan 3 жыл бұрын

Hey m8 you accidentally typed in ashwaganda instead of Ginkgo on your time stamp :) Thanks for posting :)

@jamiel3902 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the wealth of information. Comments are usually off so I don't get the chance to say that.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jamie.

@levi5073 3 жыл бұрын

Okay, great video. So, does anybody know a decent supplement co. that's honest and reliable? I don't trust most companies after one investigation found that popular suppliers were selling pills, powders and capsules that either didn't contain enough or even any of what they were supposed to. Thanks

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

That is a great question. And so relevant. i thought I did a video on this. But looks like I may not have gotten to it yet. Here is how you can choose the highest quality supplements: nootropicsexpert.com/7-tips-for-choosing-the-highest-quality-nootropic-supplements/

@Gregory_TheWatchman 3 жыл бұрын

Hi David, would you consider doing a video on astaxanthin and its health benefits? You may find something about it I haven't discovered yet. Thanks for these videos.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

I did a little bit on astaxanthin in my Performance Lab Vision Review here: nootropicsexpert.com/performance-lab-vision-review/. It's on my list of supplement to review separately just haven't had time to do it yet.

@Nordacus 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, informative video, however Ashwagandha is listed twice on the timestamps.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

I know. Someone else noticed I made a mistake. Since corrected. Thanks.

@michellebaker10work 3 жыл бұрын

This was so helpful!! Thank you 😊💕😊

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful Michelle! Thank you.

@TheDaddyNick 3 жыл бұрын

Suggesting an edit to the timestamps in the description; you have "Ashwagandha" doubled where the 12 minute timestamp should say "Ginko Biloba".

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Whoops! Thanks Nicholas. Much appreciated.

@christopherdockstader16 Жыл бұрын

I know you are busy, but have you ever heard of someone who couldn't use Alpha GPC because it made them incredibly sleepy? Citicoline too.

@NootropicsExpert Жыл бұрын

Christopher, there are some who cannot use a choline supplement period for various reasons. Not sure the cause but it is a real concern for some.

@YourNay 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, I developed a pretty severe anxiety/panic disorder which is ruining my life. Although Im starting to get a handle on it, I still always seem to be on edge and fear. I’m looking for something to take the edge off. I did hormone labs and everything was fine except a slight elevation in cortisol and low dopamine. I need some help as I’m not sure which adaptogen(s) would work best for me. I tried ashwaghanda and seemed to be sensitive to it. Thank you in advance!

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Try L-Theanine which suppresses excess cortisol and boosts dopamine.

@YourNay 3 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert thanks so much.. also looking into magnesium l- threonate!

@mercylong8855 3 жыл бұрын

I have saw in other videos that NAC is being used to help with autism, but no one ever said the safe amount. Could you help?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Mercy, the best dose of NAC for adults is 600 mg 3-times per day.

@mr9146 3 жыл бұрын

Love the channel! Should someone choose one the these adaptogens to take or take a combination of several of them? For instance, if you had a combination of stress, burning sensation all over your body on the skin, (maybe from stress, hormones or something else) and tinnitus in one ear, that's been getting better but spikes occasionally and gets worse with stress... Been to so many Dr. And none can tell ma what's wrong...but all want to prescribe different benzos, antidepressants etc. My gut tells me it's some form of stress induced deficiencies. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Marcel, you can use a combo of the supplements I mention in this video. But it would be best if you tried them separately and one at a time. Because you don't know exactly the cause of your symptoms. The only way to have any hope of finding a solution is with some experimenting. If you try something that works then I highly recommend learning everything you can about that supplement. Find out exactly how it works in your brain. Then look for supplements that work similar to the original you had success with.

@user-lt5tv2km3o 3 жыл бұрын

Hello David, I need to boost my dopamine levels considerably, what would you recommend is a serious booster, thanks.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

I use L-Tyrosine to boost dopamine and it works great.

@reflection_8_ 3 жыл бұрын

My anxiety happens more when my stomach is full and heavy is weird and I have obv digestive issues so the question is do you target the brain or the GUT

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Ronald, it could be a microbiome problem but is more likely a blood sugar problem. Have you have your glucose checked?

@leylahinson4086 3 жыл бұрын

What’s a good nootropic to take on a regular in place of tricyclic type antidepressants?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Leyla, St. John's wort: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8704532/

@rickspalding3047 2 жыл бұрын

Thoughts on holy basil? Found a tulsi tea on sale, has licorice, ashwaghanda and turmeric with it

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

My thoughts on Holy Basil: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iZqFeLynvdCvf3U.html. But you may want to avoid licorice because it is known to lower testosterone.

@jociaszamora2267 3 жыл бұрын

Another very useful and informative video, David. Thank you. Two questions: 1) Is tolerance built up for any of these herbs? 2) Can I use Gotu Kola if I am using kanna due to the MAOI and SSRI effects of each respectively?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Tolerance should not a an issue for any of them. And I can't give you a definitive answer on your 2nd question. It depends on the dosage of each supplement and how you react to them personally.

@jociaszamora2267 3 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert Thanks, David.

@zxynsirius8193 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I use now Picamilon, but do I get a Tolerance with Picamilon ?

@NootropicsExpert Жыл бұрын

You should not grow tolerant if you follow dosage recommendations. But if you do then stop using it for a couple o days.

@carolashlee8002 3 жыл бұрын

I have cptsd from a life of abuse & abandonment issues. I suffer anxiety, depression and panic attacks. The list of herbal remedies is long and I’m confused as to what one will work best ? I have used Ashwaghanda of & on.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Carol, that is the challenge because you need to figure out what in your brain is causing your problems. For example, it could be any one of a dysfunction with acetylcholine, dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, or GABA. I suggest looking into the mechanism of action for drugs or supplements you have tried that did not provide any benefit. Then you know what to avoid when choosing the next supplement to try. You will find the best nootropic supplement for you through trial and error and the process of elimination. I wish there was a shortcut to share with you. But there isn't. It took me 2 1/2 years to get better. Thankfully, it won't take you that long because the homework and research has already been done. Use that to your advantage.

@actionrick9345 Жыл бұрын

Would you say that after holy basil supplementation after a while it will rewire the brain so that after discontinuation of holy basil it will still have effects ?

@NootropicsExpert Жыл бұрын

Holy Basil works as a MAOI and AChE inhibitor. It reduces cortisol and is a potent antioxidant. But all those benefits are available only while you are using Holy Basil.

@jhmmgf4236 3 жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts on stimulants damaging the pre frontal cortex from raising glutamate levels too much in the brain (which is neurotoxic at high levels)? Forgive me if I am talking shit I am just learning new things now.Shouldnt psychiatrists make the ADHD patients aware of this problem?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

I agree that psychiatrists should make patients aware of the challenges of using these drugs. As all doctors should for any drug. This is why I included specific nootropic supplements in my ADD/ADHD stack to counter these problems. And to renew the brain even while using prescription stimulants. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iZuVfsd2v6rIcoE.html

@jhmmgf4236 3 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert thanks for your fast answer:)I read a lot of your work on your site.Can you tell me your opinion for this stack I thought of,for ADHD based on oyur recommendations?(twice per day dosing) NALT 750mg NAC 600mg Phosphatidylserine 100mg Pine Bark Extract 150mg Rhodiola Rosea 100mg ALCAR 500mg Lion’s Mane 250mg Uridine Monophosphate 250mg Do I need to add L-theanine ?I dont have anxiety but I worry if it is too stimulating. Oh and I dont take choline because it makes me tired and depressed.

@lindabowler1 3 жыл бұрын

How can I find your schedule ?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

calendly.com/davidtomen/60min

@vusalhuseynli3364 2 жыл бұрын

Should they be cycled off, or is it safe to take them indefinitely? Thanks 😊

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

Vusal, there is no need to cycle adaptogens. It may be safe to use each one long-term but there are no clinical studies that have been done long-term to verify that they are safe to use indefinitely.

@traderhindsfx9703 2 жыл бұрын

i have panax and ashwaghanda can i take them together?

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you can.

@patrickboyle6727 2 жыл бұрын

Hello David,is lemon balm the best for relaxing of all of these?

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

Patrick it depends on what works best for you. There is no "best". It is what your system responds to best.

@patrickboyle6727 2 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert I find theanine good but not the full article,I wonder what else would be good for me given that

@patrickboyle6727 2 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert thanks for the reply David,yours is one of my favourite channels on KZfaq,the sheer level of info is unmatched on all these natural treatments and nootropics.

@vadebonify 3 жыл бұрын

Are you able to touch on Bemethyl? Or have you already? Please let me know. It's hard to find research on this. BTW, Thank for putting videos out to educate, they help me so I dont have to do the research as much.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Jamie, Bemethyl was developed in the 1970's by the Department of Pharmacology of the St. Petersburg State Military Medical Academy in the USSR. It's now used by professional Ukrainian athletes as far as I can tell. The pharmaceutical company Algernon has re-purposed it and doing trials to use Bemethyl to treat kidney disease. It's not available as a nootropic supplement in the USA and there's not much information available about it. So not something I'd spend any time trying to put together a review.

@vadebonify 3 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert thank you very much for you reply, that helped!

@amrsalem6652 3 жыл бұрын

Dr David I suffer from ADHD and I can't get the medicine what's the alternative nootropic? I necessary need to take some medicine to focus on my study... Thanks

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Amr, try this: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iZuVfsd2v6rIcoE.html

@yjaffer79 3 жыл бұрын

What's your take on polygala tenuifolia

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't done the research on this Chinese herb. But quick answer is that it supports almost all major neurotransmitters, BDNF, NGF, and long-term potentiation for long-term memory.

@claudioprencis7165 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for your helpful contribution! I've heard that some supplements, like Ashwaghanda, can be counterproductive in benzodiazepine withdrawal and cause setbacks or protracted withdrawal, because they bind on GABA receptors, what's your opinion regarding this? Thanks in advance.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Claudio, Ashwagandha has GABA-mimicking effects in the brain. Comparable to the effects of prescription benzodiazepines like lorazepam (Ativan). So yes it could be counterproductive if you're trying to get off benzos.

@claudioprencis7165 3 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert Hi David, thanks for your answer, it is right what I was thinking about. I'm currently taking some other natural nootropics (bacopa monnieri, lion's mane, L-theanine, citicholine, pine bark) to speed up the healing process, but I'm scared of making some mistake. So, I'd like to ask you: are there other nootropics (among those I mentioned) that could interfere with benzo withdrawal, slow it down or even causing a setback, because of having the same mechanism of action of benzos? Thanks in advance for your great job, take care!

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Claudio, you are not going to "make a mistake". The key to success with nootropics is trial and error. Experimenting until you find a stack that works for you.

@dankodjuka86 3 жыл бұрын

Can I Drink Ashwanganda and Aniracetam together?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Yes

@reflection_8_ 3 жыл бұрын

Can I use this herbs while tapering off klonopin

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Ronald, no you cannot but here is a clinical study of someone who successfully got off of benzos using natural supplement and vitamins: bit.ly/3aUuS0v

@3300flavio 3 жыл бұрын

Hello David, im a big fan of your work I need your help to improves my life I have been taking Gaba 200 mg before go to bed, It has help me so much but, I have become extremely sleepy for the rest of the day (without consuming Gaba in the Morning), why this happen and how to solve it? I would also like to know the risks of consuming GABA that has expired?, Mine did not expire but when it do I would like to know if I should throw it away or it could be a few months or a year without the risk of it hurting me And the last question is about the importance of l glycine for sleep and they Results comparing with Gaba and if you recomend it (above of Theanine o Taurine in my case)?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

I doubt that 'expired' GABA will cause you any problems. Unless it got contaminated with something. You daytime sleepiness can be caused by a host of different things. Including not getting enough quality sleep. I suggest trying a stack of 500 mg L-Tryptophan, 400 mg magnesium, 6 oz. of tart cherry juice from concentrate (for natural melatonin). And add L-Glycine along with 200 mg L-Theanine if you need it.

@user-zx5xw4yw2e Жыл бұрын

"Ginko Biloba takes several weeks before the benefits are seen. "

@NootropicsExpert Жыл бұрын

The same can be said for other herbs as well.

@jerocabral7097 3 жыл бұрын

What's the best for Anxiety sir?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Jero, it depends on the cause of your anxiety. For example, if your anxiety is caused by low dopamine then look for a herb to boosts dopamine levels. If it is caused by GABA look for a herb that affects GABA levels in your brain. Etc.

@jerocabral7097 3 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert I've read in your Facebook post about Nootropics that will help increase GABA and Dopamine. Does Valerian Root increase GABA by itself? Can I take it with L-Tyrosine. I want to increase my GABA and Dopamine together. I don't know specifically which of the two is causing my anxiety.

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

Valerian is a GABA reuptake inhibitor which means that is forces more of he existing GABA in your brain out into the extracellular space to be used. It doesn't make "new" GABA. The best way to increase GABA levels is with a PharmaGABA supplement or L-Glutamine.

@kam0406 3 жыл бұрын

CBD has been very effective.

@TheDaddyNick 3 жыл бұрын

Okay?? Its a compound not an herb. Irrelevant comment

@eselmoestuin3126 3 жыл бұрын

you neet the thc.... pls yt rick simpson..

@Len1977gt 3 жыл бұрын

CBD has done nothing for me except make me tired

@tanasaflorin3699 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I have ADD like you, can you share a stack of nootropics for me?

@NootropicsExpert 3 жыл бұрын

My ADD nootropic stack is in the yellow box near the top of this article: nootropicsexpert.com/best-nootropics-for-adhd-add/

@rickspalding3047 2 жыл бұрын

Why couldn't someone use all these def have adrenal fatigue

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

Rick, each of these supplements have a different mechanism of action in your brain. Look for the ones that help suppress cortisol to help with adrenal fatigue.

@rickspalding3047 2 жыл бұрын

@@NootropicsExpert good point, love that you respond, dunno how do it, your channel has definitely blown up over the last 2 years, might be the fearmongering news and pandemic

@NootropicsExpert 2 жыл бұрын

@@rickspalding3047 Honestly I am having a had time keeping up with the growth of Nootropics Expert over the last couple of years. I would love to hire someone to help moderate this channel and answer questions. But finding that person is extremely difficult because of the knowledge needed to answer these questions intelligently. I would help of course but haven't the time to train someone from the ground up. If you know of that special person I would appreciate and introduction. :-)