SupplementEmergingNootropic
Phosphatidylserine
Half-life
~3-4 days
What is Phosphatidylserine?
Phospholipid that comprises 15% of brain cell membranes. Reduces cortisol and stress.
How Phosphatidylserine works
Binds to glucocorticoid receptors and modulates corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH) to reduce stress response. Also supports neuronal membrane plasticity.
Benefits & uses
- Memory & cognition
- May lower cortisol
- Supports focus
- Age-related cognitive support
Common uses: Memory, stress/cortisol, focus, cognitive aging.
CognitiveRecovery
Phosphatidylserine dosage
- Typical dose
- 100–300 mg daily
Phosphatidylserine half-life
~3-4 days (tissue incorporation)
Phosphatidylserine side effects
- Minimal side effects
- Very safe long-term
- May take 4-8 weeks for cortisol-lowering effects
- Generally well tolerated
- Insomnia at high evening doses
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