Comment · Fri, January 24, 2014 · Ceretropic
What are the best nootropics brands?
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[deleted] · 0 points
Hey guys, hoping to get some feedback from you about the best nootropics brands to stock.
I launched a new store 2 days ago (over at http://nooworld.net) and am stocking the major nootropics brands. But today someone tweeted asking if we're also selling "JL Nootropics" (we're not, as I'd never heard of them before!) - which made me worry that I'm missing some of the better brands.
Since you guys clearly know your stuff, I'd really appreciate some advice on what nootropics brands you trust and think we should include.
My aim with NooWorld is to introduce nootropics to the mainstream market so people realize that drugs like Adderall aren't the only solution for focus + productivity. I think it's crazy that so few people know about nootropics and instead unnecessarily wire themselves up on ADHD medication.
I don't want to stock powders because I think these might freak out people who are new to nootropics... I remember when I was starting out, the thought of capping myself seemed way too hard-core. I know most of you here probably buy powders because you're all experienced and they're much better value, but I think for someone who is just getting started it's less scary to look…
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shrillthrill · 2 points
Large supplement companies, such as NOW Foods employ dozens of scientists and have their own labs and equipment to conduct analysis on the materials they get from suppliers. Others will just go on the reports their manufacturer sends and take their word for it.
It's quite expensive to do it reliably, but basic tests can run under $1000 if contracted out to a lab. (See the product CoA link in the sidebar. Some popular vendors' products here have been tested.)
I'd expect whoever is producing EPIQ and the other precapped stuff to have done this, otherwise they're cost cutting, relying on the ignorance of consumers and will do any necessary damage control and denial if something goes wrong.
Hopefully you can get such information since you're in an established commercial relationship with them.
u/MisterYouAreSoDumb · Ceretropic
I have some evidence that EPIQ is being produced by the same people, or business partners, to Cerebral Health. I highly doubt there is any testing being done on their products, and would not trust them. I am not positive on that assessment, but I am very very suspicious.