Nootropics & Extras
Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)
Why this matters
Can help chelate mercury from the body when mercury toxicity is present.
Interactions & cofactors
Do not take if you have amalgam (mercury) fillings — ALA can redistribute mercury into places you don't want it. If you have mercury toxicity without amalgam fillings, it can help, but only with the exact protocol below.
Dosing
A specific protocol only: every 3 hours for at least 3 days straight, including overnight. If in doubt, skip this one.
Omega 3 — C15:0
Why this matters
Most people who don't regularly eat sardines or wild salmon get too much Omega-6 (from vegetable oils) and not enough Omega-3.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted.
Dosing
C15:0 capsules are recommended over standard fish oil because most fish oil products go rancid before they even reach you, and rancid oil is worse than taking none at all — C15:0 doesn't degrade the same way.
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Vitamin B17
Why this matters
In the remote regions of the Himalayan Mountains, there is a tribe called the Hunza. In that community, a man’s wealth is measured by how many apricot trees he owns. The most prized part of the fruit is the tiny seed inside the pit. The rate of cancer in the Hunza people is ZERO.
Interactions & cofactors
Vitamin B17 is also known as Nitriloside and sometimes called Amygdalin. When the B17 is isolated and concentrated for cancer therapy, it is called Laetrile. B17 is found in the pits of fruits, including apricots, apples, cherries, peaches, plums, lima beans, sorghum, and clover.
Dosing
You should eat only as many seeds in a day as you would eat the actual fruit. 3-5 apricot seeds per day is a reasonable amount.
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Bromantane
Why this matters
A nootropic supporting physical and mental performance, brain function, immune health, and energy. Originally developed in Russia in the 1980s to boost soldiers' stamina.
Interactions & cofactors
Banned by WADA — competitive athletes subject to testing should not use this, because it does provide a genuine performance advantage.
Dosing
Effects last up to 11 hours — take in the morning.
Creatine
Why this matters
Well known for muscle building. Also supports cognition, muscle repair, age-related bone and muscle loss, testosterone production, and heart health.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted. No benefit to old-style "cycling" of large doses.
Dosing
Up to 5 grams per day, preferably split into two doses. Inexpensive and widely available.
Apple Pectin
Why this matters
Pectin from apples (and other fruits) can help clear heavy metals — most notably, apple pectin dosing removed 75% of radiation from Chernobyl exposure victims within 5 weeks. Also supports digestion, blood sugar, and blood pressure.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted.
Dosing
Not specified.
Betaine HCl Pepsin
Why this matters
Frequent acid reflux or heartburn can actually mean too little stomach acid, not too much. Low stomach acid impairs digestion of several nutrients (including iron) and can leave food sitting longer, causing discomfort.
Interactions & cofactors
An alternative to chalky antacids — pairs pepsin with digestive enzymes instead of suppressing acid further.
Dosing
Not specified beyond standard product use.
Niacin
Why this matters
Can be a significant part of addressing depression, alcoholism, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and brain fog — some of these conditions overlap with a micronutrient deficiency, and niacin is a common gap.
Interactions & cofactors
Standard niacin causes a flushing reaction — inositol hexanicotinate is the recommended flush-free form. May also help prevent cataracts. At sustained high doses, niacin can affect liver enzymes and deplete other nutrients — periodic liver enzyme monitoring is recommended, and pairing with a B-complex helps offset the nutrient depletion.
Dosing
500 mg is a general maintenance dose. For depression specifically, up to 3–4 grams a day in divided doses has been used, with initial change sometimes visible in a couple of weeks and fuller recovery taking several months.
Modified Citrus Pectin
Why this matters
Chronic stress, or conditions like Lyme disease, parasites, toxins, or mold, can keep the body's fight-or-flight response overactive. The mechanism described is overproduction of Galectin-3, a signaling molecule whose receptor sites Modified Citrus Pectin (MCP) can occupy instead, interrupting the stress cycle.
Interactions & cofactors
Needs to be low molecular weight to be biologically effective — sold under the brand name Pectasol (powder, chewable, or capsule).
Dosing
Up to 15 grams a day in divided doses on an empty stomach to start; maintenance dose is 5 grams a day.
Collagen, Bone Broth, and Gelatin
Why this matters
Animal bones and ligaments provide raw material that supports joint, skin, and bone health — similar to a "nose to tail" way of eating.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted.
Dosing
Add collagen powder or bone broth to soups or hot tea. Gelatin (yes, Jello) eaten about 30 minutes before physical therapy or a hard workout may support ligament healing. Homemade bone broth works too.
CoQ10
Why this matters
Supports mitochondrial health — the cellular structures responsible for energy production. May also support healthy fingernails and skin.
Interactions & cofactors
If you're on a statin, CoQ10 supplementation is important — statins can deplete the body's natural CoQ10.
Dosing
Standard CoQ10: take with dietary fat to aid absorption. MitoQ brand: their own research recommends taking on an empty stomach.
Kava
Why this matters
A traditional South Pacific social drink. In larger doses, mildly euphoric, not addictive, and considered much safer than alcohol. Can support energy, athletic performance, and relaxation.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted.
Dosing
Available pre-made, or can be brewed at home. Mixing with a little heavy cream and stevia can offset the bitter taste.
Nicotine
Why this matters
Nicotine on its own — separate from the ~7,000 carcinogens in cigarette smoke — has documented cognitive benefits.
Interactions & cofactors
Patches or gum slow absorption to roughly 20 minutes, compared to an instant cigarette hit, which makes it meaningfully less addictive — though it can still be habit-forming, especially for people prone to addiction.
Dosing
Use sparingly, and only in the morning or early afternoon — 2 mg of gum is a small dose, useful for long drives or a creative boost.
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Ketones
Why this matters
Popularized by the keto diet. Exogenous liquid ketones can support fasting, energy, brain health, and exercise — and let the body run on two fuel sources (ketones and glucose) at once.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted.
Dosing
Not specified. Worth knowing: early liquid ketone products cost upward of $30,000 each; they're now inexpensive by comparison, though the taste is notably unpleasant.
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Mushrooms
Why this matters
Can be powerful immune system boosters and support cognitive function. Also add a hearty, umami flavor to food.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted.
Dosing
Mushroom powder mixed into soups or stews is an easy way to combine flavor and nutrients.
Hydrogen Water
Why this matters
Water infused with extra hydrogen (H2). Hydrogen is the lightest molecule and is made of free electrons, which — per this framework — support faster electron flow (voltage) through the body.
Interactions & cofactors
None noted. This ties directly into the Energy & Voltage framework already covered under Therapies.
Dosing
Available via dissolvable tablets, or a dedicated infusion machine at home.
Baking Soda
Why this matters
Helps the body become more alkaline. Alkalinity is tied to voltage — better voltage supports better electron flow, which this framework links to energy and performance.
Interactions & cofactors
Use an aluminum-free version.
Dosing
Start slowly. May help with constipation; too much too quickly can cause diarrhea.