Dr. Greg Kelly discusses nootropics with host Nick Urban. They cover how nootropics function, their pros and cons, and optimal combinations. The talk highlights the importance of balance and context in using nootropics, personal experiences with various stacks, and the role of rest for brain health. Meet our guest Dr. Gregory Kelly is a naturopathic physician, Director of Product Development at Neurohacker Collective, and author of Shape Shift, a book exploring body transformation's science and practice. He has a strong background in natural medicine and nutrition, having served as the editor of Alternative Medicine Review and taught at the University of Bridgeport. He has written extensively on natural health, nootropics, anti-aging, weight management, sleep, and chronobiology. Thank you to our partners * Outliyr Peak Performance Shop [https://outliyr.com/shop/?utm_source=mindbodypeak&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_content=episode+]: get exclusive discounts on cutting-edge health, wellness, & performance gear * Unlock your built-in regenerative capabilities with the latest Brown's Gas technology [https://outliyr.com/aquacure] (read my review [https://outliyr.com/aquacure-ac50-review-best-browns-gas-machine?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show_notes&utm_campaign=partners] and use code URBAN to save 5%) * Gain mental clarity, energy, motivation, and focus with the FREE Outliyr Nootropics Mini-Course [https://outliyr.com/outliyr-nootropics-course?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=show%20notes&utm_campaign=e37] Key takeaways * The science behind Neurohacker Collective and the specifics behind the research and development of their products * The brain utilizes energy, a whopping 20% of the body's calories * The specifics on how neurotransmitters create signals in the brain and nootropics' role in the process * Nootropics are resources to synergize brain function * The benefits, risks, and side effects of using nootropic substances * How to safely experiment with nootropics for your own unique physiology Links * Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-2ekqlCOQLw * Full episode show notes: mindbodypeak.com/122 [https://mindbodypeak.com/122] Connect with Nick on social media * Instagram [http://instagram.com/mindbodypeakperformance] * Twitter [http://twitter.com/nicholasurban_] * YouTube [http://mindbodypeak.com/youtube-link] * LinkedIn [https://linkedin.com/in/nicholasurban] Easy ways to support * Subscribe [https://mindbodypeak.com/subscribe] * Leave an Apple Podcast review [https://mindbodypeak.com/rate-podcast/] * Suggest a guest [https://mindbodypeak.com/contact/] Related shows * EP 119 - Prebiotics, Probiotics, Postbiotics, Sybiotics, & a Fully Bioharmnized Gut [https://mindbodypeak.com/neurohacker-qualia-synbiotic-supplement-nick-bitz/] * EP 80 - Ancient Ayurvedic Wisdom & Modern Longevity Science Tips [https://mindbodypeak.com/ayurveda-modern-longevity-science-tips-neurohacker-qualia-senolytics-nick-bitz/] Do you have questions, thoughts, or feedback for us? Let me know in the show notes above and one of us will get back to you! Be an Outliyr, Nick