What nootropics Poker Players use - Top 5 Nootropics

Nootropics gradually penetrate into all spheres of our daily life. And as it often happens, all the trends come from the countries of the Western world. I decided to study foreign forums and sites to highlight a few basic substances used in poker and adapted to our conditions. We inform in advance that this is not mathematics and there are no exact options. Also, certain certain substances may not be suitable.

In the beginning, which is often not taken into account, it is important to allocate time to the daily practice of the game, test strategies, eat and sleep normally. Yes! Many players do not hang at night in bars, do not eat anything, and then suddenly go somewhere and win.

In general, probably in any case, it's important to give yourself all this business and only then to look for magic wands.

In general, articles and forums need a clear head and a minimum of emotions so that no one understands your cards. It is also important to have a moderate sense of fear.

Hydrafinyl

Western players are sitting tightly on the modafinil. In Russia, modafinil is banned, so if you do not want to have a high risk of problems with the law - forget about modafinil.

Russian replacements of modafinil:

Hydrafinyl, ardomafinil, adrafinal (the last 2 - can dig themselves).

Now gaining popularity Hydrafinil, the effects are very similar, but it is not on the lists of banned substances. Hydrafinil, It is also called Fluorenol.

Modafinil itself is considered one of the most powerful nootropics. Its main effects are: high concentration of attention, easy stimulation, long-term action. The mechanism of action is associated with an increase in dopamine and histamine. The speed of thinking will also increase.

Modafinil is prohibited, dosages are not pronounced. Hydrafilil - 50-100 mg, a one-time appointment, or a course of several days.

Aniracetam or Pramiracetam

The second thing that often flashes in the top players is Aniracetam. It is a derived form from piracetam with a more anti-anxiety bias. A little dulling of emotionality in poker is useful. Also, aniracetam is considered a "creative" racetam, allowing you to find creative solutions. Although personally I do not understand why in poker creative, rather in chess, but the substance often appears, and therefore is on this list.

Pramiracetam is also considered as a convenient substitute for aniracetam for stress-resistant people, to whom the anti-anxiety effect is not important. Leaving only a powerful intellectual effect.

Dosages of any of the substances - 1 -1.5 gr, course 2 months, a break in a month.

Creatine

Yes, it is creatine - a sports supplement for muscle growth! Interest is that the creatine derivative, creatine phosphate and creatine itself, is used by the brain as a source of energy. Of course, the more casual of you will immediately say that the usual glucose is already a source of brain energy and will be right. A creatine in storage effect for both the brain and the muscles, as well as a longer lasting effect. Creatine phosphate, with the help of chemical reactions, accelerates the creation of ATP. In general, the topic is large, there are studies. And the most part - for taking creatine to improve the intellect. Maybe there will be a separate issue!

Daily dosage of creatine: 4-5 grams (in the form of monohydrate). Drink better 1-2 months with a break in a month.

Noopept

Many players are well informed about the noopept. Noopept improves the sensitivity of the receptors to acetylcholine, and increases the neurotrophic factors that grow and protect the nerve cells. In general, noopept has an effect on memory and counter-alert. Pretty soft stuff, sold without prescriptions. According to reviews, about 10-15% of people still tolerate it badly.

In the west, the noopept is really loved, its name often appears on the forums. Although, subjectively, it is weaker than other substances from this list.

Dosage of 30 mg per day, the course of taking 4-6 weeks with a break in a month.

Caffeine + L-Theanine

Caffeine is a well-known classical psychostimulant, works through the blocking of adenosine receptors and improves the sensitivity of receptors to dopamine. Here it is a question of pure caffeine, in coffee there are other compounds from which one may want to sleep.

Teanine is an extract from green tea, has a relaxing effect, improves creativity, increases alpha rhythms in the brain.

Together this is a well-established bundle of nootropics. Briefly, it can be described as a state of calm wakefulness, when there is a high cerebral activity for a long time without sudden jumps and changes.

This scheme also has many studies, more in the issue of L-Theanine! In general, the reaction time, memory and mood improve.

Players only accept this combination on the day of the game. Usual dosages: 150-200 mg of caffeine and 200-250 mg of l-theanine. You can take and course.

Bottom Line:

Here are a few substances that are actively used in the west by poker players. Independently, check out the side effects and contraindications!

- Modafinil or for LPG - Hydrafineil. Included in the top among nootropics.

Aniracetam or Pramiracetam. The first for the brain and to be a little bolder, the second - only for the brain. Both molecules are derived from pyracetam, a classic acetylcholine nootropic. There is an effect on the AMPA receptors.

- Creatine. Extra fuel for the brain and body!

- Noopept. Nootropics with an anti-anxiety effect, and although description is similar to aniracetam, they are very, very different.

- Caffeine with L-Theanine. Proven scheme with a high ratio of effectiveness to side effects, the state of active wakefulness.