We’ve all see the memes of people before and after a morning cup of coffee. The after picture always shows an alert and happier version of the former, and though amusing this is problematic.

Relying on caffeine to transform you into a functional human being every day is a sad state of affairs.

The world is becoming increasingly busy, and it feels like there aren’t enough hours in a day.

This busyness can play a role in increasing our anxiety and stress levels, making it even harder to focus and check off the boxes on our to-do list.

What’s worse is the attention residue we take to bed with us at the end of a long day.

How many times have you had stayed awake thinking of all the things that you haven’t done?

How often do you wake up worried about everything you need to get done?

Coping with life stresses has paved the way for nootropic drugs such as Phenibut, and more recently, NooCube.

What are nootropics?

Nootropics are supplements that improve cognitive function. Simply put, they enhance the process of obtaining knowledge and understanding it through your senses, experience, and thoughts.

They also help with concentration and memory retention and contribute to the long-term health of your brain.

Nootropics are put under dietary supplements drug category, meaning that you can purchase them over the counter at your local pharmacy.

How do they work?

Nootropics affect your information messengers (a chemical substance called neurotransmitters) that run between brain nerve cells (neurons).

They are the handy workers in your brain that tell the heart to pump blood; your mouth always having a supply of saliva or sweat when it’s hot.

Neurotransmitters also play a crucial role in cognitive function. Nootropics, therefore, depending on the type you take, can increase alertness and focus, stimulate nerve growth, improve the flow of oxygen to the brain or bring about a state of calmness.

Benefits of Nootropics & What To Expect?

Nootropics do feel like something out of a movie; a pill that you pop and suddenly your brain begins to function at superhuman levels.

They don’t quite work like that, but they do produce some modest benefits.

1-Anti-Fatigue – they help prevent fatigue by either burning energy better or blocking receptors that deal with fatigue in the brain.

If you’re running on little sleep as most of us do, a pill or more a day will keep you moving.

2-Focus – Like caffeine, they increase alertness. Nootropics are however better when it comes to attention and focus.

They also bring about a sense of clarity in tasks undertaken. Think of that time you drank a shot of espresso and everything was in HD.

3-Memory – Used in research treatments for Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and dementia, many nootropics contain components that tackle neurological degradation.

These ingredients help with memory retention. We can all think of a time we were studying for an exam and got frustrated because we were unable to retain material efficiently.

Forgetful people can also benefit from taking nootropics as it enhances long-term memory.

4-Mood– Some nootropics improve mood and reduce anxiety. Taking some will guarantee higher or better performance in tasks; a calmer mind is better at recalling information and decision making.

If you have a hard time surviving social interactions, a single dose can elicit and sense of wellbeing and people won’t seem so scary.

5-Creativity – There’s a small category of nootropics designed to improve creativity.

They also influence you general reasoning skills to better problem solve.

With the above-stated benefits, if you haven’t already, it’s tempting to go purchase one immediately.

You’re advised to read to the end to understand that just like coffee, not all nootropics are suitable for long-term use.

Phenibut

Phenibut is manufactured in Russia and has been on the market since the 1960s.

In Australia, the product is marketed online as a nutritional supplement, making it the go-to drug for many students undertaking intensive courses.

Ironically, within Russia, the intended purpose of phenibut is to treat alcohol withdrawal, insomnia and anxiety clinically. With this change in ‘intention,’ it becomes clear why the drug has adverse withdrawal symptoms.

Healthy individuals are affected

To take phenibut, one has to be a healthy individual.

Healthy does sound like an oxymoron, but it’s not. A person is recommended to take the drug for short periods of time, usually a few days at a time for a few weeks.

An example is when you’re going through a stressful time in your life. If you suffer from chronic insomnia or anxiety, you should see a psychologist who can treat you and prescribe the correct medication.

The problem with using Phenibut arises when stressful times do not come to an end within a few days or weeks. Long-term effects of many nootropic drugs are not adequately studied, and this explains the impending ban of phenibut in Australia.

The two most notable side effects are tolerance development and withdrawals. One’s tolerance to phenibut increases within the first week of use. Its effects include anxiety and insomnia, the very things it’s meant to alleviate.

These side effects take place due to how the GABA receptors in the brain are affected. According to Wikipedia, GABAB receptor agonist is a drug that produces sedative effects.

With coffee as an example, the caffeine is an agonist because it binds to the adenosine receptors (which facilitate sleep) and causes you instead to be alert.

An agonist is, therefore, a substance that elicits a psychological response when it attaches itself to a receptor. In case of phenibut and other nootropics, they inhibit anxiety and create a sense of calm and wellbeing.

The central nervous system depressant causes it to function at optimum levels when it comes to these two areas.   Just like caffeine, tolerance builds, and when you discontinue use, you get withdrawal symptoms.

Phenibut alternative

With phenibut going out of the market soon, a healthier and well-researched nootropic has come into the Australian market.

NooCube tackles the heart of the issue. It improves cognitive function with a combination of ingredients proven to stimulate long-term mental health.

Think of it as caffeine without the undesirable side effects.

NooCube is targeted mainly to people whose careers or duties require a lot of thinking or just want to improve their mental processes.

It helps to improve concentration; you become better at multitasking, your memory is sharper, making you a better communicator.

In short, it makes you smart- or somewhat uncovers greater heights of smartness within you. Feels like a wonder drug, doesn’t it?

About NooCube

WOLFSON BERG LIMITED manufactures and supplies NooCube.

The company’s two primary areas are nutraceuticals (food or fortified food supplements that assists in prevention or treatment of disease) and consumer products.

They have been globally contracted to manufacture and label over 100 brands of nutraceutical drugs across ten countries.

Why NooCube the best phenibut alternative in Australia

To understand why NooCube is taking over the Australian nootropic market you have to know why it’s demanded by many individuals?

 

Even though we eat a balanced diet, we won’t always get the nutrients we require. NooCube, therefore, comes in to assist in the gap of optimum cognitive functioning.

Advantages of NooCube

Absorption

NooCube takes just 30 minutes to kick in, unlike phenibut which takes an hour and a half. It’s perfect when you’re about to enter a state of deep work or meetings that require intense focus and participation.

Ingredients

Some of the world’s top neuroscientists are behind the design of this product. The elements are both practical and safe and cause no withdrawals.

Decades of clinical research shows that some of the ingredients used could prove vital in treating Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s disease, ADHD dementia and other brain diseases and disorders.

NooCube doesn’t contain caffeine because it only makes the mind alert, not focused and productive.

It boasts seven main natural ingredients that help with cognitive functioning, and some used for Alzheimer’s and dementia treatments.

Alpha GPC: Alpha Glycerylphosphorylcholine (Alpha GPC) increases ‘learning’ neurotransmitter, that is, acetylcholine, in the brain. Acetylcholine is essential for learning, concentration, and memory.

Bacopa: Some research shows that this herb contains bacosides associated with improving communication between neurons and the brain. It does so by facilitating neuron repair and nerve growth.

Cat’s claw: This next ingredient will give you an appreciation of plant scientist. Found in the Amazon rainforest, cat’s claw, also known as Uncaria tomentosa, and as both defense and protective properties.

These properties act on the cellular immune system and the central nervous system. In the immune system, the T white blood cells respond to cells invaded by tumor cells, transplanted cells or pathogens. Some studies have shown that cat’s claw destroys free radicals and protects cells against damage.

Huperzine A: An extract from the Chinese club moss plant, that further breaks down acetylcholine in the brain. Acting as an acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitor, it creates more acetylcholine. When this happens one experiences mental clarity, sharp focus and improved memory.

L-Theanine amino acids: L-Theanine is similar to that found in teas that make the body both relaxed and alert.

L-Tyrosine amino acids: L-tyrosine is associated with reduced stress and is a critical component in the production of several neurotransmitters.

Examples are dopamine, epinephrine, and norepinephrine.

OAT STRAW: Just like oats, research shows that oat straw, also known as Avena sativa, makes the brain alert. It does so by increasing brain activity when we’re awake. It also reduces inflammation in arteries which increases blood flow throughout the body.

Reservations

• It is worth to note that not everyone will experience the same benefits. Brain chemistry varies from person to person and influenced by some factors including age, genetics and lifestyle choices.
• While few studies have shown benefits of the ingredients used, they were likely taken individually and in higher doses. It, therefore, does seem unlikely that all gains will be experienced and in the same intensity.

Side effects

With NooCube, you’ll never experience the nasty side-effects you get with phenibut or any for that matter. The plant and plant-based compounds make this a herbal supplement.

However, if you do get side effects such as confusion, dizziness, insomnia or heartburn, reduce the dosage. It is likely that you have taken more than the recommended dose. Do remember, with any drug, more is never better.

Should symptoms persist, discontinue use and visit a doctor.

Concerns

There is evidence to support claims made by NooCube. The concern is however that, like all other nootropics in the market, there are no long-term studies available due to inadequate funding.

Recommended use

As stated before, everyone’s brain chemistry is different and will, therefore, affect your use of the supplements.

Begin with a few pills, and within a few days, you’ll be able to gauge its effects and adjust the dosage accordingly for maximum impact.

Again, nootropics also have their limits. For better results, take care of your health by getting enough sleep, exercising, watching your diet and looking after your mental health. Also, put your new found focus to good use when working or in a social context.

Pricing

The recommended dose is two capsules per day. A bottle has 60 tablets and is a month’s supply. The NooCube website offers coupons, but the pricing is as below:

Number of containers	Price (AUD)
1	51.9
2 (+1 free bottle)	103.80
3 (+3 free bottles)	155.69

 

Looking at the price points, ordering for three bottles makes the most sense.

Guarantees

If unsatisfied with results you can get a full refund by returning the unused product within 60 days. If you’re the cheeky type, you’d probably want to purchase three bottles and try to return the free bottles. Though not confirmed, they probably do have a contingency plan for that.

Shipping

Unfortunately, a purchase is currently only done online. Shipping to Australia takes about 3-5 days. Though an inconvenience, you can always rest easy knowing your smart drug is legit.

Final thoughts

Like any plant or plant-based supplement risks only arise from an overdose. With phenibut soon to be banned in Australia due to its adverse withdrawal symptoms, NooCube is a welcome breath of fresh air.

For those in the service industry- or any industry for that matter- stands to benefit from using NooCube. You don’t have to be working to gain from smart drugs.

Studying, raising kids or merely playing soduku or filling puzzles could be much more enjoyable, making your life fuller.

If you suffer from anxiety or insomnia, this phenibut alternative is more efficient for long-term use. With a little help, your brain will be healthy and ready to tackle anything. Students should not be left behind either