In a time where students and working adults alike are turning to prescription drugs to get a boost in productivity and focus, the potential side effects and drawbacks of abusing these drugs are certainly becoming an issue after the fact. Luckily, there are supplements known as “nootropics” that either exist naturally or are man-made to provide mind-sharpening benefits without the sometimes extreme side effects. In the accompanying infographic, we’ve outlined the particular requirements necessary to classify a substance as a nootropic and listed some of the more commonly used supplements available to consumers looking for a more beneficial brain boost minus the drawbacks associated with some prescription drugs.
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