Mental Stimulants/Nootropics
If you are in need of an energy boost to increase performance during workouts, competitions or exam periods, there are a large number of products which could help you. The most obvious is caffeine which is the most commonly used psychoactive substance in the world and is naturally found in tea, coffee and over 60 other species of plants. Caffeine acts as a central nervous system stimulate to restore alertness and provide an energy boost. The levels of caffeine found in different products vary widely, but an average strength cup of coffee provides around 100mg. If a large dose of caffeine is taken, there can be very unpleasant side effects including insomnia, anxiety, palpitations and muscle twitching. Doses of up to 400mg/day are considered to be safe, but this intake should be spread out throughout the day and not in the 4 hours before sleep. If you want to mix up your own energy formula you can buy the following caffeine containing substances from www.myprotein.co.uk:
- Caffeine Powder – 100g for £3.29 (Cost Per Serving = 0.3p)
- Guarana Extract – 100g for £3.30 (Cost Per Serving = 1.6p)
(Use voucher code MP56400 for 5% off any products at myprotein)
Guarana extract provides a much slower energy release than pure caffeine. It doesn’t have the rapid drop off, meaning focus and mental alertness can be kept at a high for a much longer period of time.
Another product to consider buying is an amino acid called L-Tyrosine which plays an important role in the production of dopamine and norepinephrine. This helps to counteract fatigue and stress, allowing you to train harder for longer. L-Tyrosine is currently reduced to £3.99 for 100g which is equal to 100-200 servings. Once again, using voucher code MP56400 will give you an additional 5% off.
If you prefer the convenience of being able to eat your stimulants in an energy bar, guarana extract can be safely cooked with and will still be absorbed. Another even more convenient way is to buy pre-made energy bars. Maximuscle Viper Extreme Bars contain:
- 5mg of guarana
- 139mg caffeine
- 1035mg of L-Tyrosine
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