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How to Give Your Brain More Energy With Cognitive Metabolic Enhancers

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If you’re interested in getting more energy so that you can work longer and feel more awake throughout the day, then you might have some interest in the concept of nootropics. A nootropic is essentially a supplement or medication that can give your brain a slight boost, whether that means improving your memory, your focus or your attention. Notably, they can also help you to feel more awake and work longer hours without losing vigilance or generally needing to go to bed. One of the most popular examples is ‘modafinil’, which actually began life as a narcolepsy medication! The problem with these medications however, is that they can have all manner of unexpected effects on brain function. This is because they work by altering neurotransmitters – the chemicals that control our mood and state of mind. It’s impossible to change just one neurotransmitter without causing a cascade of reactions and in turn, this makes it likely that you can end up dependent on the substance in ques