What people actually say
6,092 first-hand quotes, shortened but never edited — each links to the original discussion.
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TurmericMixed
“I have an autoimmune condition that causes chronic pain and while it doesn’t eliminate the pain, I noticed an overall reduction in the intensity day to day.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I’ve tried physical therapy, swimming, exercises, omega-3, turmeric, and other anti-inflammatory stuff—nothing seems to help.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“turmeric and black pepper in ALL her foods, a week later she should be better. Works like magic for me.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I eat 15-20g raw tummeric per day. I cant say I feel a big difference.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I've moved away from using most of those kinds of products and focus on whole herbs and spices. I get better results and save a ton of money.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“Whenever I add raw Turmeric & Ginger to my stack, I feel any existing brain fog disappear within 15 minutes... That's very unlikely that chewing on turmeric would affect you so strongly and so quickly.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“Turmeric and Magnesium make me feel like absolute shit if I take them before sunset.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“Turmeric has a very powerful anti inflammatory and brain protective nature... Both have helped level me out mentally and very effectively physically as I have two crippling autoimmune diseases.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I actually felt like turmeric was killing the effects of the meds so I stopped taking it.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I drink 5 grams of Turmeric (the spice) every morning before my coffee. IMO, the turmeric makes me feel better than the coffee.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I've been taking it about 6 weeks and haven't noticed a benefit.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I've been using the turmeric and getting some decent results (or else it's a good placebo)”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“i take 1500 mg of turmeric daily... i started taking 750 in the am and 750 in the pm, and it made a noticeable difference for me.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“turmeric for anti-inflammatory properties I have an ACL tear and mildly herniated discs so it helps.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I have tried Turmeric & Glucosamine for joint health, didn't notice much difference.”Source discussion ↗
TurmericMixed
“I've used 'spice grade' turmeric and black pepper like this for years with good results.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“It has really improved the quality of my life, more than anything else I have taken.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“tianeptine for example. It has done wonders for my anxiety like no other compound. Now I have to choose between remission of anxiety or buying from some rando lab in China because people ODed on it.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“I take 15mg 3x daily, and it keeps me out of depression and in a good mood. It also helps me focus in class more.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Tianeptine works as a powerful anti-depressant for me and many others at small dosages (~12.5mg).”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“I've been taking it for a week now and I feel considerably better.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Back in uni (~2015) I self-prescribed tianeptine for depression, and it totally fixed me. Now tianeptine is getting popular as 'Gas Station Heroin' / 'Zaza', and everyone's talking about how dangerous it is.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Tianeptine works well for pms-type rages. A couple hours after a dose, I'm back to normal and pretty happy.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“there's always tianeptine, which I find is only debated on its efficacy in the laboratory; in practice it is a very reliable drug that helps with high serotonin problems.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Most of us have taken Tianeptine. Some of us rely on it to function... Personally I notice very little difference between these two substances except for the duration of effect.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“my least favorite 'noot' of 2015 was tianeptine. That stuff just feels really dirty and unhealthy to me. Even though I was dosing low, I felt very off for a few days after using it.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“I was able to successfully quit using low doses of tianeptine. But be careful as that can be an even worse addiction.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Today I took two doses of Tianeptine (2 x 12.5mg)...I feel a little bit like crying its so awesome...Anhedonia is almost completely gone which is awesome because I feel like a human being again.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“it made my head foggy and made me more anxious. Noticed no improvement in mood.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Tianeptine will be a lot more helpful for depression than any precursors...I used to sleep 10+ hours and feel tired almost all day; after taking it I began sleeping ~7 hours and feel fresh.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Tianeptine worked wonders on my depression...Before taking it, I used to sleep 10+ hours and feel tired almost all day; after taking it I began sleeping ~7 hours and feel fresh.”Source discussion ↗
TianeptineMostly positive
“Tianeptine + Silexan (Calm Aid). I have GAD (and SAD, I use light therapy for that) and they work great. Tianeptine has helped with focus, clarity of thought, and gives a small boost of non-stimulant energy when I dose.”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“Cistanche extract increases my drive, energy and vigor. It makes me want to attack life. I get better sleep...My work ethic has improved. My memory. my attitude towards life. Every facet of my life has been altered in a positive meaningful way.”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“Fucking hated it. After just a week on it my libido went non existent. It left me feeling numb, unmotivated and lazy.”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“Increases energy, boosts my mood, makes me feel more chilled, better libido, I feel more confident.”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“Been taking it the past 4 days and wow the effects have been incredible for me... Feels like I'm getting better sleep as well.”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“within 2 days my libido is through the roof, my confidence is higher then I ever felt before and my anxiety is near none existent!!!!!!”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“Cistanche i remember having positive experience... the best and most consistent testosterone booster I ever used. Makes me feel better than actual TRT.”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“The OG cistanche lowered my anxiety with consistent use, but too much, made me dull and tired after a week or so.”Source discussion ↗
CistancheMostly positive
“I started with cistamax and overtime that gave me big hunger issues and then anhedonia afterwards...Overall I feel this is great for recovery and for non-cortisol related stress but I don't recommend taking it constantly.”Source discussion ↗