Niacin – Neuroprotective benefits and boosts brain function
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30813414/
Schisandra (Berry) – SCF and its active ingredients show a protective role in NDs, including cerebrovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, or depression.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29986408/
Ginseng Panax – King of Chinese herbs that may improve psychological function and/or possess antidepressant-like effects.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28412215/
Rhodiola Rosea –A proven mood enhancing botanical adaptogen noted for its anti-stress and antidepressant properties
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27013349/
Better risk to benefit ratio versus sertraline (fewer adverse effects and better tolerated)
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25837277/
Lions Mane – may reduce the risk of neurodegenerative disease-induced cell death. Cognitive function increases with duration of intake.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3924982/
Cordyceps – May help manage Type II Diabetes by way of decreasing blood sugar levels and in addition, may help fight inflammation
Reference: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cordyceps-benefits#TOC_TITLE_HDR_7
Reishi – Could serve as a regenerative therapeutic agent for the treatment of cognitive decline associated with neurodegenerative diseases.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28076758/
Ashwagandha Root – Adaptogenic herb that has anti-stress properties as well as Cognition Promoting Effects in children with memory deficits.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3252722/
Better risk to benefit ratio versus sertraline (fewer adverse effects and better tolerated)
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25837277/
Astragalus Root –Major components contain polysaccharides, flavonoids, and saponin. Main use is for immunomodulatory, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26916911/
Ginseng Panax – King of Chinese herbs that may improve psychological function and/or possess antidepressant-like effects.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28412215/
MACA Root – Shown to help improve mood, memory and and learning increase energy and stamina.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK548552/#Maca.OVERVIEW
Bacopa – Safe for child and adolescent populations and has been shown promise in improving elements of cognition and behaviour.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27912958/
Lions Mane – may reduce the risk of neurodegenerative disease-induced cell death. Cognitive function increases increases with duration of intake.
Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3924982/
Cordyceps – May help manage Type II Diabetes by way of decreasing blood sugar levels and in addition, may help fight inflammation
Reference: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/cordyceps-benefits#TOC_TITLE_HDR_7
Reishi – Could serve as a regenerative therapeutic agent for the treatment of cognitive decline associated with neurodegenerative diseases.
Reference: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28076758/
Hallucinogenic Substances and Treatments, Vol. 2, eds. Michael J Winkelman and Thomas B. Roberts (Westport, Conn.: Praeger
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Sanford Unger, “Apparent Results of Refferals of Alcoholics for LSD Therapy,” Report og the bureau Saskatchewan Department of Public
Health, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, 1962: 5.
Regarding the Broader field of Psychedelic Therapy and it’s 20th-Century Roots –
How to Change Your Mind by Michael Pollan
The Psychedelic Explorer’s Guide by James Fadiman, PhD
A Dose of Hope by Dr Dan Engle and Alex Young
Therapy with Substance by Dr Friederike Meckel Fischer