BraineeBox. Nootropics and cognitive enhancers.

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Nootropics are smart drugs. They improve cognition, memory, intelligence, motivation, attention, concentration, and reduce anxiety.

Each month BraineeBox ships you a box of nootropics that boost your focus, sleep, mood, and energy.

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Take the guess work out of nootropics

Nootropics work best when they are "stacked". Stacking is a combination of ingredients that work better together. BraineeBox takes the guesswork out of nootropics so that you can get started immediately.

Wake

Memory Fatigue Resilience

By reducing anxiety and mental fatigue, Wake improves cognitive performance and long term memory.

Bacopa Monnieri	300mg
α-GPC	300mg
Rhodiola Rosea	300mg

Ingredients Summary

Focus

Energy Focus Clarity

Designed for an immediate cognitive benefit, Focus promotes alertness and relaxation - clearing your brain fog so you can stay sharp

Caffeine	100mg
L-Theanine	200mg
Vitamin B6	20mg
Vitamin B12	60mcg
Vinpocetine	40mg
L-Tyrosine	400mg

Ingredients Summary

Zen

Health Mood Stress

By improving your mood and reducing stress, Zen provides daily protection for your brain and body.

Vitamin K1	500mg
Vitamin K2 (MK-7)	100mcg
Astaxanthin Oil	1mg
Vitamin D3	2000 IU
Omega-3	690mg

Ingredients Summary

Slumber

Sleep Mood Stress

Fall asleep fast and deep with Slumber, and wake up feeling refreshed so you can push yourself harder the next day.

Glycine	500mg
L-Theanine	100mg
Melatonin	300mcg
Magnesium Glycinate	250mcg

Ingredients Summary

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BraineeBox starts shipping in January 2018.

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