Nootropics -introduction

I will start a new series of articles, some short, some long, talking about a special class of supplements.

Nootropics, also known as smart drugs or cognitive enhancers, are drugs, supplements or other substances that may improve cognitive function (executive functions, memory, creativity, motivation). The word nootropic was coined in 1972 by a Romanian chemist and psychologist, Corneliu Giurgea, derivate from the greek words nous (mind) and trepetin (bending). The most used nootropic is the well known caffeine.

While many nootropics may improve cognition, their effects are not fully determined or enough researched.

I will start tomorrow with Nicotinamide Riboside.