What people actually say
1,568 first-hand quotes, shortened but never edited — each links to the original discussion.
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Healthy DietMostly positive
“I stopped using Adderall. A eat a healthy diet, exercise hard at least three days a week, stay well hydrated and meditate daily.”Source discussion ↗
Healthy DietMostly positive
“I fixed years of k2 related brain damage through really 2 things. Diet and neurofeedback.”Source discussion ↗
Healthy DietMostly positive
“Ashwagandha, ginseng, niacian, caffeine, eating healthy and exercise works for me.”Source discussion ↗
CbtMostly positive
“In the context of OCD and its associated anxiety, I can say its definitely effective.”Source discussion ↗
CbtMostly positive
“I've done years of CBT, mediation, psychotherapy, exercise, sunlight exposure, probiotics ... and they helped a lot with other stuff but not the anxiety.”Source discussion ↗
CbtMostly positive
“Seeing a therapist is the single best thing I've ever done for my depression/anxiety.”Source discussion ↗
CbtMostly positive
“I can't speak highly enough of the difference it has made to my life.”Source discussion ↗
AshwagandaMostly positive
“Ive just started rhodiola rosea, lions mane, and ashwaganda alongside d3 and fish oil. Feeling good day 1.”Source discussion ↗
AshwagandaMostly positive
“took magnesium Glycinate, magnesium l-threonate , ashwaganda and I've just been hit with the biggest panic attack”Source discussion ↗
AshwagandaMostly positive
“What I did to lower my anxiety was to use cortisol lowering herbs in the beginning... After two months I decreased my use of ashwaganda as I was able to change my mindset”Source discussion ↗
AshwagandaMostly positive
“low dose ashwaganda. I take them daily and they've really helped me with anxiety, a lot more calm and my PMS doesn't get so bad anymore”Source discussion ↗
TeaMostly positive
“Only tea or coffee help me feel less shit or in a better mental state maybe.”Source discussion ↗
TeaMostly positive
“I find that on the days I drink tea, there is definitely a calm that comes with it that I lack on coffee days.”Source discussion ↗
TeaMostly positive
“Tea (all varieties) on the other hand is great for me. The energy boost isn't quite as pronounced as it is from coffee, but the energy lasts longer”Source discussion ↗
TeaMostly positive
“I switched to tea for this same reason. Tea helps me in the morning but it also keeps me calm, unlike coffee”Source discussion ↗
BaicalinMostly positive
“I've found baicalin and magnolia bark are great for tension and anxiety.”Source discussion ↗
Magnesium ChlorideMostly positive
“I can take a lot of glycine and not have any effect on sleep. I can take a lot of MgCl and sleep fine.”Source discussion ↗
Magnesium ChlorideMostly positive
“I take magnesium 500mg everyday. It's helped A LOT with my neck pain when I get migraines.”Source discussion ↗
Magnesium ChlorideMostly positive
“Instant relief like I was deficient for years. Made anxiety more palpable and easier to see and feel.”Source discussion ↗
Magnesium ChlorideMostly positive
“I'm still taking is Magnesium chloride at night as it helps me sleep”Source discussion ↗
Tianeptine SulfateMostly positive
“tried Tianeptine Sulfate - my hero was born. From day one, and every day after, I've experienced massive bronchodilation for a notably extended period of time with no noticeable crash whatsoever.”Source discussion ↗
Tianeptine SulfateMostly positive
“Tianeptine sulfate 25 mg only did negative things to me...Made my head foggy, increased anxiety, decreased motivation, didn't lift mood.”Source discussion ↗
Tianeptine SulfateMostly positive
“I'm fond of pairing Tianeptine sulfate with ashwagandha. Total anxiety relief coupled with enhanced mood for ~8+ hours / 800mg Ashwagandha and 25mg Tianeptine Sulfate (or 50mg)”Source discussion ↗
Tianeptine SulfateMostly positive
“I've had little to no effect from tianeptine. I dosed daily for two weeks at the start of my day and only noticed a slight deadening of emotions”Source discussion ↗
TrimethylglycineMixed
“I am taking Saint John's Wort and Bacopa now to modulate my serotonin system, as well as trimethylglycine to help boost catecholamine production. That is helping a lot.”Source discussion ↗
TrimethylglycineMixed
“It helped me tons initially, just in the last couple of days increased my Acetylcholine for some reason.”Source discussion ↗
TrimethylglycineMixed
“I have found that it has completely "cured" my hypoglycemia.”Source discussion ↗
TrimethylglycineMixed
“the tmg fucked with my cholesterol and I was worse off”Source discussion ↗
Red ReishiMostly positive
“I like taking magnesium glycinate + melatonin + red reishi extract + Black seed oil before bed.. It works like a charm.”Source discussion ↗
Red ReishiMostly positive
“I’ve been using Nigella Sativa and Red Reishi Ultimate for some DHT inhibition and haven’t seen any changes or growth, if anything I might’ve lost more hair/thinned out.”Source discussion ↗
Red ReishiMostly positive
“Red reshi is my top pick for a relaxed mood ... it puts my mood exactly where I need it. I feel Zen when I take it.”Source discussion ↗
Red ReishiMostly positive
“Red Reishi Ultra can only be taken before sleep. If take it in the morning, it causes me to be tired/sleepy. Really helps with sleep.”Source discussion ↗
L-Theanine + CaffeineMostly positive
“Theanine and coffe gave me a focus I cant describe. Like 'on it!'. On the line.”Source discussion ↗
L-Theanine + CaffeineMostly positive
“L-theanine and caffeine makes me want to sleep .. never feel energized after taking it..”Source discussion ↗
L-Theanine + CaffeineMostly positive
“I felt noticeable effects from l-theanine + caffeine, ashwagandha, rhodiola and if everything fails bromantane has definitely noticeable effects.”Source discussion ↗
L-Theanine + CaffeineMostly positive
“I can see taking two at once for certain situations...L-Theanine/Caffeine, which can give you a calm sense of energy 3-4 times a day without tolerance being such a concern.”Source discussion ↗
Shoden AshwagandhaMixed
“I feel my stress disappear and feel more confident, maybe even a libido boost. Also excellent for sleep.”Source discussion ↗
Shoden AshwagandhaMixed
“Shoden helped me sleep for about 2 weeks, then crapped out. YMMV.”Source discussion ↗
Shoden AshwagandhaMixed
“I'm just gonna say it 😅! It gave me my first wet dream in 3 years, libido and erections have been better and generally feeling good moodwise! NO anhedonia from this”Source discussion ↗
Shoden AshwagandhaMixed
“I also tried shoden ashwagandha for a few weeks, but all that did was make me feel emotionally blunted”Source discussion ↗