Coffee is likely a big part of your morning routine. And for good reason! In addition to the stimulating effects of caffeine, recent research conducted in 2021 revealed several health benefits. However, not all cups of coffee are created equal. It’s important to keep in mind these 5 things to ensure you’re drinking a healthy cup of coffee.
The importance of a good breakfast cannot be stated enough. It's important to eat things that will give you not only a boost in physical energy, but brain energy too. Especially when it comes to your first meal of the day. And that’s where seven key brain-boosting nutrients come to play. Here is a snap shot of each and what foods you should consider rotating into your daily breakfast. L-Theanine The amino acid L-Theanine is a substance that helps the body release the neurotransmitters dopamine and GABA, which helps with calmness and anxiety. This amino acid provides an exceptionally rare benefit: It calms the mind without having any sedating effects. When paired with your morning coffee this can be a powerful combination!...
We’ve all experienced it: Impossible to concentrate… feeling sluggish… feeling “off”.... unable to get anything done. Brain fog has plagued us all. Fortunately, help is at hand from a little known but highly effective nootropic called Alpha GPC. The magic of Alpha GPC rests in brain nutrients choline and acetylcholine. Choline is consumed in very small amounts in food we eat everyday, such as eggs and spinach. When consumed, choline drives the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which plays a key role in the brain’s ability to process signals and recall information. Alpha GPC contains upwards of 40% pure choline! Consuming Alpha GPC results in a burst of choline in the system which elevates neurotransmission activity and increases overall cognitive performance...
Start your day with a healthy, natural boost that puts you in the zone. SmartJava infuses gourmet coffee with powerful nootropics and adaptogens. These ingredients, along with the natural caffeine in the coffee, have been clinically shown to provide mental acuity and clarity that improves brain power any time of day.
There are some pretty great combinations in this world. Peanut butter and jelly. Burger and fries. Waffles and syrup. (Anyone else getting hungry?) Well, it’s time to add L-Theanine and coffee to the list. Caffeine is great for energy and alertness, however, we all know about the negative effects: Jitters, stress, anxiety, nervousness… and don’t forget about the afternoon crash. It’s pretty incredible what one special nootropic can do to counter all of that. Introducing L-Theanine. What is L-Theanine? L-theanine is a naturally occurring amino acid extracted from the leaves of the camellias sinensis plant. Otherwise known as the green tea plant. It’s a nootropic that is known to improve cognitive function, and has been shown to have several...
