Comment · Tue, April 19, 2016 · Ceretropic & Nootropics Depot
Not sure where to ask: Why do nearly all adaptogenic herbs make me tired?
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[deleted] · 4 points
Hi everyone, sorry if this is a bad place for this question, I put it here because I know many of these herbs are considered natural nootropics.
So, I noticed when taking supplements containing rhodiola rosea, ashwagandha, schizandra berry, gotu kola, licorice root, etc., I feel VERY tired. I have also taken a premix that contained these along with l-tyrosine and I feel extremely sleepy every time I take it, sometimes feeling close to a 'depression' into the next day (if taken late in the day).
Exceptions are some ginseng and ginger root. Ginger, I feel no ill effects from and enjoy it in foods and supplements with no obvious issues. Ginseng seems to cause very mild stimulation, except for the Siberian variety, which again, makes me feel tired.
Any ideas on what's going on here? Thanks!
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stan08 · 1 points
Thank you for the recommendation to drop down to a dose of 125 mg. That seems to be the perfect dose as now I get the calming effects without any tiredness. I look forward to stacking it with zembrin when you start carrying it in capsules.
u/MisterYouAreSoDumb · Ceretropic & Nootropics Depot
Perfect! Glad it worked out for you!