myPEAK Brilliance: The Best Nootropic Focus Supplement for 8-Hours of Sustained Energy, Reduced Fatigue, Enhanced Focus, Improved Memory, Plus Caffeine-Free Pre-Workout with TeaCrine Theacrine, Theanine, Gingko, B-complex, and Rhodiola Rosea

TeaCrine®, a patented and clinically researched form of theacrine, has been shown to provide significant improvements in sustained energy, concentration and motivation while decreasing fatigue and anxiety, and amplifying libido [1-5].* In addition, theacrine is a potent pre-workout ingredient and can boost athletic performance, energy and endurance with up to 38% improvements in time to exhaustion for endurance athletes in studies [5-6].* Theacrine is found in the Chinese Kucha Leaf Tea, and while structurally similar to caffeine, its unique structure allows you to get all of the benefits of caffeine without the negatives: no crash, no jitters, no tolerance buildup, no habituation, and no anxiety [7-8].* In addition, it can provide these sustained benefits for 6-8 hours unlike the 1-2 hours provided by caffeine [1].* Furthermore, research has shown that TeaCrine® is not a stimulant and therefore does not have the side effects of increased blood pressure, heart rate, or sympathetic stimulation [4-8].* Theacrine and caffeine together are even more effective than caffeine alone (even more than double the dose!), and therefore have synergistic benefits [9].*

Bacopa, also known as “Brahmi”, is an adaptogenic and nootropic herb that can help promote healthy responses to stress and improve mental performance*. It has been shown in some scientific studies to enhance memory retention, attention span, focus and learning [70-75].* Bacopa contains compounds known as bacosides which have various beneficial effects on cognitive function and dendritic formation.*

Theanine is an amino acid naturally found in green tea, black tea, and certain mushrooms that has incredible benefits for focus, stress reduction, and mental alertness [10-12].* Theanine provides the calming effect that balance the effects of the caffeine in green and black tea, which provides a smooth mental focus. Combined with TeaCrine Theanine, theanine provides a synergistic effect for a calm, sustained mental clarity and focus. There also appear to be neuroprotective and relaxing benefits as theanine has been shown to reduce resting heart rate [12-13].*

Created by Sabinsa Corporation, BioPerine® is a clinically proven enhancer of bioavailability.* A vital part of our formula, it maximizes your absorption of the compounds and vitamins our blends contain.* BioPerine® is a 95% standardized extract of piperine from the black pepper plant. It is the only source of piperine that has been clinically studied extensively for safety and efficacy. It enhances the absorption vitamins A, B complex, C, D, E, K, amino acids, antioxidants, herbal extracts, and more.* Of particular importance to our formula, BioPerine® has been found to enhance the bioavailability of resveratrol 229% and boosts its max serum levels 1544% in animal studies making it a key ingredient in our formulations [14].*

Rhodiola is a famous adaptogen and nootropic herb that grows in mountainous cold Europe and Asia that has long been touted for its abilities to help combat mental and physical stress and increase the body’s resilience to stress [15-21]. * In addition, Rhodiola can increase energy levels and reduce stress-related fatigue [22-31]. Furthermore, Rhodiola’s nootropic capabilities help increase mental performance, focus, and cognition [28, 30-36]. * It can also help improve mood through increasing levels of neurotransmitters in our brain [37-39]. * Lastly, the benefits of Rhodiola extend beyond the mind into the body, where it has been shown to increase endurance and exercise performance [40-42]. * Our Rhodiola contains a standardized amount of 3% Rosavins and 1% salidrosides, the highly beneficial compounds in Rhodiola responsible for many of these benefits.

One of the most popular herbs for brain health and memory, ginkgo biloba is a tree that has been used for various benefits for almost 1000 years in China. It is the last surviving member of an ancient species of extremely long-lived trees and therefore is sometimes called a living fossil. This ancient tree also has a wide range of well-researched benefits for your health. Gingko can improve cognitive performance and memory while combating anxiety and increase feelings of well-being [43-51]. * Gingko also contains strong antioxidants such as flavonoids and terpenoids which protect your cells and tissues against damaging free radicals and may be responsible for many of its neuroprotective benefits [52-55]. * Our ginkgo extract is standardized to contain at least 24% flavonoids and 6% terpenoids. Lastly, ginkgo can also increase blood flow to the brain and other parts of the body by increasing blood vessel dilation improving nutrient and oxygen delivery [56-58]. *

Huperzine A is a potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, nutrient derived from a plant called Chinese club moss that has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries. It acts synergistically with Cognizin® by inhibiting an enzyme from breaking down acetylcholine which is a crucial nutrient for brain health. Through this mechanism, it has been studied extensively and proven to be effective for its neuroprotective and memory-boosting properties [59-63]. *

Vitamin B1 (as thiamine): Thiamine is an important vitamin for brain health, memory, and cognitive function [64-68]. * Thiamine plays a role in many metabolic reactions in the body such as glucose breakdown and branched chain amino acid metabolism.*

Vitamin B6 is a crucially important B vitamin. During development, B6 plays a role in brain development.* Vitamin B6 also serves as an essential cofactor in the production of GABA, a calming neurotransmitter, serotonin, a crucial neurotransmitter for mood and sleep, and dopamine, a vital neurotransmitter for motivation and mood.* Our vitamin B6 is found in the active form pyridoxal-5-phosphate, rather than the more commonly used pyridoxine HCL. Pyridoxal-5-phosphate is a safer form of vitamin B6 since it does not have to be activated by the liver and is not associated with the side effect of sensory neuropathies of its counterpart pyridoxine at higher doses [69].* It may also have increased benefits on neurological function in comparison to pyridoxine [70-71].* In addition, pyridoxine has been shown to actually inhibit the active form, pyridoxal-5-phosphate which may explain its side effects [99].* Highlighting our commitment to safety, we make sure to use pyridoxal-5-phosphate in all our supplements so the risk of any adverse effects is minimized.* Pyridoxal-5-phosphate is also a cofactor in the synthesis of NAD+ via the de novo synthesis pathway and increased NAD+ serves as a cofactor for sirtuins.*

Our folate is found in the active methylated form, which is crucial since up to 40% of the population or more has a genetic mutation not allowing them to convert folate to its active form efficiently. Folate is an essential vitamin for pregnant women, healthy DNA synthesis, repair, and expression, as well red blood cell production.* Healthy levels of folate in the brain can play a role in a healthy mood and synapses and the activated form is crucial for the production of serotonin in the brain.* Along with vitamin B6 and B12, folate is also necessary for the recycling of homocysteine from the blood.*

An essential vitamin, vitamin B-12 supports red blood cell production, DNA synthesis, energy production, and nerve function. It is an essential component of myelin, the sheath around our nerves that helps them effectively transmit signals across their axons. Vitamin B12 can also support healthy energy, mood, and memory.* It is also crucial for the detoxification homocysteine from the body.* Our B12 of choice is methylcobalamin, the active form in the body compared to lower quality cyanocobalamin forms commonly found on the market.*

Firm in our commitment to pure, quality non-GMO supplements, as well as environmental protection and sustainability, we use non-GMO Nu-Mag® and Nu-Flow® in our PeakBiotic formula. Nu-Mag® is used as a pure alternative to magnesium stearate and stearic acid, both of which are commonly derived from pesticide-laden GMO cottonseed oils and environmentally damaging palm oils. Nu-Mag® is made from four natural non-GMO ingredients: rice concentrate, rice hull extract, gum arabica, and sunflower oil. The Gum arabica is a natural prebiotic fiber perfectly suited to this formulation that nourishes our gut bacterial health and promotes healthy digestion. * Nu-Flow®, known as the “synthetics replacer,” replaces anti-caking agents with a rice hull concentrate naturally rich in silica.