Performance Lab Mind Review

What if you could give your body a system upgrade so you perform better at work, school or in the athletic tracks? For a long time nootropics have been touted as the game-changers in the enhancement of cognitive function. However, the benefits of individual compounds are typically mild meaning two or more may need to be combined for better and longer lasting effects.

This is the exact approach taken by the Performance Lab Mind product. By incorporating Citicoline (Cognizine), Phosphatidylserine (PS), N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine, and Maritime Pine Bark, this stack takes advantage of the synergy between key brain supplements to increase potency.

But does it live up to expectations? Here’s a Performance Mind review with all the key highlights you need to make an informed decision.

Performance Lab Mind Overview

This is a relatively new nootropic formula that has taken the markets by storm. It is a product of a company known as Opti Nutra Advanced Nutraceuticals which is also behind the renowned Mind Lab Pro.

However, unlike Mind Lab Pro which comes with 11 ingredients, this one comes with just 4. So, it’s a simpler formula but if you look closely enough, you’ll also notice that it offers nothing but an incredibly competitive value proposition. Interestingly, all these 4 ingredients also appear on the Mind Lab Pro’s list of 11.

List of Ingredients

There is one thing that jumps out right away when this product’s list of ingredients is provided. The first one is that the manufacturer truly values transparency. Not only are the ingredients third-party tested but the specific details about their quantities per serving are also provided.

In addition, there are no stimulants within this stack. Unlike most cheap supplements that heavily rely on caffeine to achieve stimulatory effects, Performance Lab Mind steers clear of lazy formulating. Instead, it aims to provide you with loads of clean energy. Here’s a closer look at the 4 ingredients:

1. Cognizin (250 mg)

Cognizine, also known as Citicoline is a 2-in-1 blend that provides you with high-quality choline and uridine. It is quite different from other conventional sources of acetylcholine in the brain namely alpha GPC and choline in that it’s highly potent.

One thing Performance Lab Mind seeks to achieve through this particular ingredient is to enhance your executive function and working memory. Also, the uridine properties of it are neuroprotective meaning it also promotes healthy aging of the brain.

To this end, we think that the manufacturer could have added a bit more Citicoline beyond the 250mg provided. But we also tend to agree with the fact that since this ingredient is stacked with other potent ones, it’s still likely to remain highly effective.

2. N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine (300 mg)

It is great to note that this product contains twice as much NALT as Mind Lab Pro. The main benefit of NALT is that it helps in the production of dopamine. Indeed, the dopaminergic system is the one responsible for positive feelings and concentration.

Besides that, there are studies that have shown the fact that NALT helps protect the integrity of your brain cells against stress. That’s in addition to the fact that N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine is often used as a mood-enhancer among members of the military exposed to stressors like altitude and cold weather.

3. Phosphatidylserine (PS) (100 mg)

In the world of nootropics, PS is one of the most sought-after ones. Regarded as the best when it comes to cognitive enhancement, it is commonly recommended for treating ADHD and ADD. In particular, it supplies you with the phospholipids (fatty acids) which are needed in the formation of cell walls and therefore, the maintenance of long-term cell function in the brain.

5. Maritime Pine Bark Extract (75 mg)

This is a rich source of antioxidants. Not just any other antioxidants but the proanthocyanidin ones which are important in the production of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide (NO) is best known for its ability to relax the blood vessels effectively improving blood flow to the brain and other parts of the body.

It is important to remember that a healthy circulation of blood plays a major role in improving the rate at which micronutrients are delivered to the relevant cells.

Another underrated benefit of the Maritime Pine Bark Extract is that it optimizes brain plasticity. Besides that, it boosts brain cell regeneration which, further supports long-range brain health.

Does This Product Work?

It is common to wonder whether products such as this work. The market is full of subpar products which promise you heaven only to struggle to deliver any meaningful effects. And even when they do, they normally work at the expense of your long-term health needs.

In our view, though, Performance Lab Mind works though it can be hard to tell whether it is “working” or not during the first few days of taking it.

That’s because it doesn’t contain caffeine which is well-known for its ability to deliver near-instant results. Instead, this formulation contains Citicoline and NALT which are gentle giants.

So, if you are looking for a product that works immediately you pop the first pill, sorry, this one is not for you. But if you are willing to be patient so you can ditch your caffeine addiction and still enjoy stable supplies of energy, this product is worth the wait.

Potential Side Effects

For most supplements with exogenous stimulants, side effects vary from anxiety to jitters and headaches. That’s because they mainly work by influencing the central nervous system. Fortunately, those aren’t present in Performance Lab Mind.

That’s to say that this product is largely safe especially if it’s not taken along with other medicines or overdosed on. If you stick to those simple rules, chances are that you’ll never experience any side effects from taking this stack.

That said, there is a small number of people who complain of gastrointestinal distress from consuming the 4 ingredients in this pre-made stack. But that rarely happens and should it happen, you can always stop taking the product and since there is a 60-day money-back guarantee in place, you can always get your money back (minus the cost of shipping).

How It Works

Although the manufacturer claims that it can do a lot more, we found it to excel in the following 5 key areas.

• Boosting energy levels
• Improving memory and long-term potentiation
• Helping control anxiety and boosting confidence
• Lowering stress levels
• Improves logical thinking

-Boosting Energy Levels

This is a benefit we’d directly attribute to the fact that this product contains Citicoline. This particular ingredient plays a key role in the process of energy metabolism as well as nerve signaling. What’s more? It does a great job of transporting cholesterol and fat to the sites where it’s broken down into energy. As such, it even supports weight loss.

-Better Memory

Free radicals are quite harmful to your memory. They literally scavenge on your brain cells as they seek out other electrons to pair up with. This causes a loss of key brain cells over time which is directly linked to depreciation in memory. Thankfully, the nootropic stack that we are reviewing today contains a powerful antioxidant by the name of Maritime Pine Bark Extract which is well up to the task.

-Controlling Anxiety & Boosting Confidence

As we have already mentioned, this product is caffeine-free plus it doesn’t work by influencing the level of activity at your nervous level. Instead, it works at the brain level especially by improving the availability of energy-bearing nutrients. This way, you end up with lots of clean energy which remains stable throughout the day – key in boosting your confidence and fighting anxiety.

-Lowering Stress Levels

Stress is caused by high levels of the hormone cortisol in the body. Fortunately, N-Acetyl L-Tyrosine is available to provide you with anti-depressant effects. It does this by boosting the production of the three feel-good neurotransmitters of the catecholamine-triad namely norepinephrine, dopamine, and epinephrine.

-Improving Logical Thinking

Logical thinking is a product of healthy brain cells and energy. So, you’ve got Citicoline to replenish your energy reserves and phosphatidylserine (PS) to cushion your brain cells by providing the much-needed phospholipids.

Who Takes It?

Its affordable price tag of 50 bucks for a monthly supply makes it a reasonable bet for students and entry-level workers alike. However, it is no match for Mind Lab Pro and other premium pre-made stacks out there. So, we’d recommend it for anyone considering ditching their usual cup of coffee for something better i.e. entry-level users of advanced noots.

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