Nootropics are supplements that can enhance cognitive function, memory, creativity, motivation, and even physical performance. The term "nootropic" was created in 1972 by Romanian chemist Corneliu E. Giurgea, who defined it as a substance that can improve memory and learning, without causing any ...
5-HTP, also known as 5-hydroxytryptophan, is a naturally occurring amino acid and chemical precursor used to produce serotonin in the brain. 5-HTP is derived from the seeds of an African plant called Griffonia simplicifolia and is commonly taken as a dietary supplement. In this article we will ex...