FOCUS AND ENERGY PSILOCYBIN MUSHROOMS

Panax ginseng

Panax ginseng has been used in traditional medicine in China for thousands of years not only as an adaptogen (to increase resistance to stress and strengthen Focus capacity) but also for its beneficial effects as an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antidiabetic and anti-cancer remedy.

Ginseng is traditionally used in energizing formulas because of its powerful adaptogenic and energy-producing properties. Studies in the last decades showed that ginsenosides, a special group of triterpenoid saponins, are responsible for the biological activity of ginseng. Adaptogens such as ginseng are capable of increasing cellular energy and helping cells utilize energy without over- or under-stimulation. ATP, the body’s cellular form of energy, has been shown to increase with adaptogen use. Panax ginseng is also considered an actoprotector, a subclass of adaptogen. Actoprotectors are preparations that enhance body stability against physical loads without increasing oxygen consumption or heat production. This is precisely one of the main reasons we included this ingredient in our energy and focus formula.

L-Theanine

Theanine is structurally similar to the excitatory neurotransmitter glutamate, and in accordance, binds to glutamate receptors, though with much lower affinity in comparison. Theanine increases serotonin, dopamine, GABA and glycine levels in various areas of the brain, as well as BDNF (brain-derived neurotrophic factor) and NGF (nerve growth factor) levels in certain brain areas. Evidence from human electroencephalograph (EEG) studies show that theanine has a direct effect on the brain and significantly increases activity in the alpha wave frequency band, which indicates that it relaxes the mind without inducing drowsiness. In a recent research study, just a 50 milligram dosage of L-theanine caused a significant increase in alpha wave activity. The study data showed that L-theanine has a significant effect on the general state of mental alertness or arousal. This ingredient really adds a nice “flow and feel” to our Energy and Focus formula!

Beta-phenylethylamine (PEA)

PEA is a member of the so-called trace amines. The expression “trace amine” is used to refer to a group of amines that occur at much lower intra- and extra-cellular concentrations than the chemically and functionally related biogenic amines and neurotransmitters epinephrine, norepinephrine, serotonin, dopamine and histamine.

PEA has mild stimulant effects, which leads to the release of so-called biogenic amines, including dopamine and serotonin. PEA supplementation is known to provide rapid improvements in mental clarity, mood, stamina, energy, libido, joy and motivation, making it a perfect ingredient to complement this formula

Natural Caffeine

A moderate dose of caffeine is a natural mood and energy booster. Caffeine exerts its effects by blocking adenosine receptors and through phosphodiesterase inhibition and cyclic AMP activity. Research studies show that caffeine boosts alertness, vigilance, attention, reaction time and attention. A mild dose of natural caffeine combined with psilocybin ensures long-lasting, consistent energy levels.