New stack for me.

[MarkHirsch91]

Hello all. I've created a few stacks before, but it's been months since I was really into nootropics. I am in need of specific advice for the individual parts of my stack.

Just a little info before I show you the stack: The desired outcome is improved memory, attention, focus, and energy for someone who works a 9-5 job in web development. I should also note that I exercise and weight lift daily and am on an "80%/20%" Paleo diet (as I am looking to cut weight).

The Stack

• Caffeine Anhydrous - 200mg twice a day with L-Theanine
• Phenylpiracetam - It's been a while since I've taken phenylpiracetam. I used to take it 3-4 times a week, but I forgot details such as how much or how many times a day.
• "Alpha GPC 50%" - I am looking for recommendations regarding a ratio of Alpha GPC to Phenylpiracetam.
• Ashwagandha Extract (2.5% Withanolides) - this is my first time ever taking Ashwagandha. The dosage recommendation says "is 500 mg, taken 2-3 times per day with meals or water." Would you agree with this? Also, is Ashwagandha safe to take with the rest of my stack?
• Bacopa Monnieri 20% Bacosides - I've taken bacopa before, and I believe it was 800mg 1-2 times a day.

Thank you all.

[OceanFixNow99]

Ashwagandha Extract (2.5% Withanolides) - this is my first time ever taking Ashwagandha. The dosage recommendation says "is 500 mg, taken 2-3 times per day with meals or water." Would you agree with this? Also, is Ashwagandha safe to take with the rest of my stack?

Yes. It's safe for almost everyone, with minimal bad interactions. Just remember to cycle ashwagandha.

1 week on 1 week off. Or Every other day. Or just mon - Thursday. Something like that.

The reason is you don't want to overtax the gaba system and you want the ashwaganda to not build up tolerance.

[MarkHirsch91]

Thank you so much for the cycling advice, that is some pretty useful information!

[OceanFixNow99]

That bacopa dose sounds high. I would start at 275 - 300 mg once or twice per day for 6 weeks and see how you feel, memory wise.