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Deimos (moon) – Wikipedia
Posted: December 28, 2022 at 10:22 pm
Smaller, outer moon of Mars
Deimos (systematic designation: Mars II)[10] is the smaller and outermost of the two natural satellites of Mars, the other being Phobos. Of similar composition to C and D-type asteroids, Deimos has a mean radius of 6.2km (3.9mi) and takes 30.3hours to orbit Mars.[5] Deimos is 23,460km (14,580mi) from Mars, much farther than Mars's other moon, Phobos.[11] It is named after Deimos, the Ancient Greek god and personification of dread and terror.
Deimos was discovered by Asaph Hall III at the United States Naval Observatory in Washington, D.C. on 12 August 1877, at about 07:48 UTC.[a] Hall, who also discovered Phobos shortly afterwards, had been specifically searching for Martian moons at the time.
The moon is named after Deimos, a figure representing dread in Greek mythology.[10] The name was suggested by academic Henry Madan, who drew from Book XV of the Iliad, where Ares (the Roman god Mars) summons Dread (Deimos) and Fear (Phobos).[17]
The origin of Mars's moons is unknown and the hypotheses are controversial.[18] The main hypotheses are that they formed either by capture or by accretion. Because of the similarity to the composition of C- or D-type asteroids, one hypothesis is that the moons may be objects captured into Martian orbit from the asteroid belt, with orbits that have been circularized either by atmospheric drag or tidal forces,[19] as capture requires dissipation of energy. The current Martian atmosphere is too thin to capture a Phobos-sized object by atmospheric braking.[18] Geoffrey Landis has pointed out that the capture could have occurred if the original body was a binary asteroid that separated due to tidal forces.[20] The main alternative hypothesis is that the moons accreted in the present position. Another hypothesis is that Mars was once surrounded by many Phobos- and Deimos-sized bodies, perhaps ejected into orbit around it by a collision with a planetesimal.[21][22]
Most recently, Amirhossein Bagheri (ETH Zurich), Amir Khan (ETH Zurich), Michael Efroimsky (US Naval Observatory) and their colleagues proposed a new hypothesis on the origin of the moons. By analyzing the seismic and orbital data from Mars InSight Mission and other missions, they proposed that the moons are born from disruption of a common parent body around 1 to 2.7 billion years ago. The common progenitor of Phobos and Deimos was most probably hit by another object and shattered to form Phobos and Deimos.[23]
Deimos, like Mars' other moon, Phobos, has spectra, albedos, and densities similar to those of a C- or D-type asteroid.[citation needed] Like most bodies of its size, Deimos is highly non-spherical with triaxial dimensions of 15 12.2 11km,[7] making it 56% of the size of Phobos. Deimos is composed of rock rich in carbonaceous material, much like C-type asteroids and carbonaceous chondrite meteorites.[24] It is cratered, but the surface is noticeably smoother than that of Phobos, caused by the partial filling of craters with regolith.[citation needed] The regolith is highly porous and has a radar-estimated density of only 1.471g/cm3.[25]
Escape velocity from Deimos is 5.6m/s.[6] This velocity could theoretically be achieved by a human performing a vertical jump.[26][27] The apparent magnitude of Deimos is 12.45.[8]
Only two geological features on Deimos have been given names. The craters Swift and Voltaire are named after writers who speculated on the existence of two Martian moons before Phobos and Deimos were discovered.[28]
Deimos's orbit is nearly circular and is close to Mars's equatorial plane. Deimos is possibly an asteroid that was perturbed by Jupiter into an orbit that allowed it to be captured by Mars, though this hypothesis is still controversial and disputed.[18] Both Deimos and Phobos have very circular orbits which lie almost exactly in Mars' equatorial plane, and hence a capture origin requires a mechanism for circularizing the initially highly eccentric orbit, and adjusting its inclination into the equatorial plane, most likely by a combination of atmospheric drag and tidal forces;[19] it is not clear that sufficient time was available for this to have occurred for Deimos.[18]
As seen from Mars, Deimos would have an angular diameter of no more than 2.5 minutes (sixty minutes make one degree), one twelfth of the width of the Moon as seen from Earth, and would therefore appear almost star-like to the naked eye.[30] At its brightest ("full moon") it would be about as bright as Venus is from Earth; at the first- or third-quarter phase it would be about as bright as Vega. With a small telescope, a Martian observer could see Deimos's phases, which take 1.2648[31] days (Deimos's synodic period) to run their course.[30]
Unlike Phobos, which orbits so fast that it rises in the west and sets in the east, Deimos rises in the east and sets in the west. The Sun-synodic orbital period of Deimos of about 30.4 hours exceeds the Martian solar day ("sol") of about 24.7 hours by such a small amount that 2.48 days (2.41 sols) elapse between its rising and setting for an equatorial observer. From Deimos-rise to Deimos-rise (or setting to setting), 5.466 days (5.320 sols) elapse.[citation needed]
Because Deimos's orbit is relatively close to Mars and has only a very small inclination to Mars's equator, it cannot be seen from Martian latitudes greater than 82.7.[citation needed]
Deimos's orbit is slowly getting larger, because it is far enough away from Mars and because of tidal acceleration. It is expected to eventually escape Mars's gravity.[32]
Deimos regularly passes in front of the Sun as seen from Mars. It is too small to cause a total eclipse, appearing only as a small black dot moving across the Sun. Its angular diameter is only about 2.5 times the angular diameter of Venus during a transit of Venus from Earth. On 4 March 2004 a transit of Deimos was photographed by Mars rover Opportunity, and on 13 March 2004 a transit was photographed by Mars rover Spirit.[citation needed]
Overall, its exploration history is similar to those of Mars and of Phobos.[33] Deimos has been photographed in close-up by several spacecraft whose primary mission has been to photograph Mars. No landings on Deimos have been made.
The Soviet Phobos program sent two probes to Phobos. In case Phobos 1 succeeded, Phobos 2 could have been sent to Deimos. Both probes launched successfully in July 1988. The first was lost en route to Mars, whereas the second returned some data and images but failed shortly before beginning its detailed examination of Phobos's surface, including a lander.[citation needed]
In 1997 and 1998, the proposed Aladdin mission was selected as a finalist in the NASA Discovery Program. The plan was to visit both Phobos and Deimos, and launch projectiles at the satellites. The probe would collect the ejecta as it performed a slow flyby (~1km/s).[34] These samples would be returned to Earth for study three years later.[35][36] The principal investigator was Carle M. Pieters of Brown University. The total mission cost, including launch vehicle and operations was $247.7 million.[37] Ultimately, the mission chosen to fly was MESSENGER, a probe to the planet Mercury.[38]
In 2008, NASA Glenn Research Center began studying a Phobos and Deimos sample-return mission that would use solar electric propulsion. The study gave rise to the "Hall" mission concept, a New Frontiers-class mission currently under further study.[39]
Also, the sample-return mission called Gulliver has been conceptualized and dedicated to Deimos,[40] in which 1 kilogram (2.2 pounds) of material from Deimos would be returned to Earth.[40]
Another concept of sample-return mission from Phobos and Deimos is OSIRIS-REx2, which would use heritage from the first OSIRIS-REx.[41]
In March 2014, a Discovery class mission was proposed to place an orbiter on Mars orbit by 2021 and study Phobos and Deimos. It is called Phobos And Deimos & Mars Environment (PADME).[42][43]
Human exploration of Deimos could serve as a catalyst for the human exploration of Mars. Recently, it was proposed that the sands of Deimos or Phobos could serve as a valuable material for aerobraking in the colonization of Mars.[44] See Phobos for more detail.
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Las Vegas police located a man dead from gunshot wound in central valley
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LAS VEGAS (KTNV) The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department provided information on a homicide investigation officers conducted in the central valley of Las Vegas, south of the strip Monday night.
Officers responded to the area of the 7500 block of Placid Street around 11 p.m. after reports of an unresponsive man on the ground. When officers arrived, police located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Medical personnel were called, and when they arrived they pronounced the male deceased on scene.
"This is an ongoing investigating by the LVMPD Homicide Section," police said. "The identification of the victim, as well as the cause and manner of the death, will be released by the Clark County Coroner's Office."
Anyone with any information about this incident is urged by police to contact the LVMPD Homicide Section by phone at 702-828-3521, or by email at homicide@lvmpd.com. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 702-385-5555, or on the internet at http://www.crimestoppersofnv.com.
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Travelers at Las Vegas airport frustrated by lack of communication during flight delays, cancellations – Fox 5 Las Vegas
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For the first time in a long time, New Years Eve party threatened by rain – Las Vegas Review-Journal
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Where To Ring in NYE in Las Vegas and Catch Gwen Stefani, Bruno Mars, Kevin Hart, Pitbull and More Performers – Hollywood Reporter
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Ukraine protests against visit by deputy head of Putin’s administration to ZNPP – Ukrinform
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Russian propaganda makes up installation and demolition of monument to Putin in Zhytomyr – Ukrinform
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Google Layoffs: Big Tech Continues Downsizing – forbes.com
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As the global financial situation weighs on wallets and portfolios, big names like Meta, Twitter and Amazon have all initiated layoffs in 2022. November tech layoffs alone have surpassed 45,000 heads, with the largest firms trimming the fat by 10,000+ heads each.
But Google has largely managed to shy away from talks of downsizinguntil now.
According to a report from tech news site The Information, Google parent Alphabet is now feeling the pressure. Adverse market conditions continue to bash profit margins and stock prices. The company is also facing calls from at least one wealthy activist investor to reduce excessive headcounts and per-employee costs.
And with the aid of a new performance improvement plan, Googles layoffs could total 6% of its workforce (around 10,000 employees) in early 2023.
Heres what else to know.
According to The Information, Google has requested that team managers evaluate employees using a new ranking and performance improvement plan.
Under previous systems, managers were generally expected to slash around 2% of the companys total workforce to weed out the lowest performers. But the new plan requires nearly three times that many workers some 10,000 to be cut loose.
In broad strokes, the system allows management to rate employees based on performance and their impact on the business. Updated guidelines limit the number of employees who can score the highest ratings. Roughly the bottom 6% could be eliminated from the company entirely.
The Information further reports that, Managers could also use the ratings to avoid paying [employees] bonuses and stock grants to further reduce costs.
Google, like many others in big tech, enjoyed substantial growth and hiring during and post-pandemic. The spike was led by surging technologies use, as well as companies fighting back against the Great Resignation by finding (or poaching) top talent wherever possible.
But as inflation and interest rate hikes rampage on, advertisers slash spending and experts squawk about a potential recession, many firms have realized they way over-hired. Thats left many with no choice but to choose between deflated bottom lines or deflated headcounts.
So far, Google itself hasnt confirmed any layoffs (yet). But its hiring and growth patterns mimic many of the trends in the broader tech industry over the last two years. The company recently froze all new hiring while telling some teams to shape up or ship out if they cant meet new expectations.
CEO Sundar Pichai has also hinted at coming changes. In particular, Pichai stated that Google could grow 20% more efficient, hinting at job cuts and productivity improvements. Though Google continues to make long-term investments, his stance is that the firm must [be] smart, [be] frugal, [be] scrappy, [be] more efficient.
As if macroeconomic pressures werent enough, Google also faces calls from at least one notable activist investor to make major changes.
Recently, hedge fund billionaire Christopher Hohn argued in a letter from TCI Fund Management to Alphabet that Googles employee costs have gotten out of control. The letter states that Alphabets management needs to take aggressive action to curb costs and improve its profit margins.
It recalls that executives have stated Google should be 20% more efficient. TCI Fund Management contends that Google doubling its headcount since 2017 is excessive and that employee ranks should be reduced to come in line with the present business environment. (Currently, Alphabet employs around 187,000 individuals.
Not only that, but TCI Fund Management believes that Googles per-employee costs are too high, too. Hohn points out that Googles median salary in 2021 totaled $295,884, sitting 67% higher than at Microsoft MSFT and 153% higher than the 20 largest listed technology companies in the U.S.
TCI Fund Management believes that these bloated figures, alongside declining ad spend, helped reduced Googles YOY profits by 27% in Q3.
On one hand, TCI has a point Googles profits did decline on a YOY basis (though it still netted nearly $14 billion). However, while TCIs letter may have provided impetus, its unlikely the hedge fund was solely responsible for Googles new firing practices. Simply put, the funds $6 billion stake is a mere drop in Googles $1.27 trillion bucket.
Theres also an argument to be made that the reason for Googles massive success is because it retains top-tier talent. Paying above-market rates allows the internet giant to collect and keep the best and brightest, prevent costly attrition and keep production and creativity flowing.
Of course, Google is far from the only Big Tech firm to implement layoffs this year.
Already, Meta has started slashing the first of 11,000 employees.
Amazon is considering cuts in a nearly equal amount.
And Twitter is being sued after reducing its workforce by half. Several hundred more employees have reportedly walked out following mercurial Elon Musks controversial takeover.
With so many layoffs in the works and on the horizon, its natural to be concerned for your portfolio. Investors large and small have spent the last decade relying on high-growth tech firms to drive profits to greater heights. Now that bottom lines (and stock prices) are slowing their roll, it may be time to reevaluate your strategy.
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Grabien dropped a concerning video from Admiral Rachel Levine, the chief U.S. public health official on Monday. The video is of Levine, in May, speaking virtually at an event of the Federation of State Medical Boards. But it didnt get a lot of attention at the time and in light of what we are seeing from things like the Twitter files about censorship and big tech now, it reveals another important piece about government pressure on tech companies as well as the effort to influence even state medical boards and schools.
Levine tells the other medical professionals from the state medical boards that they have a critical role to play, We must continue to expand and work to address health misinformation. That doesnt just include COVID, Levine said, but also another area of substantial misinformation that was directly impacting health equity. That was the health equity of sexual and gender minorities. Levine claimed that they were facing substantial misinformation about gender-affirming care and anti-LGBTQI+ actions that were dangerous to the public health. The positive value of gender-affirming care for youth and adults is not in dispute, Levine argued.
We all need to work together to get our voices out in the front line. We need to get our voices in the public eye. And we can we know how effective our medical community can be talking to communities, whether its at town halls, schools, conversations with others, and we need to use our clinicians voice to collectively advocate for tech companies to create a healthier, cleaner information environment. During a moment when public trust in our leaders and our information is very challenged, the healthcare worker community, the medical community does I believe maintain a high degree of trust, and we have to utilize that and we have to utilize it effectively.
Levine is not just saying accord people who want to transition the ability to transition, Levine is attacking misinformation and saying theyre leaning on tech companies to enforce their will. Levine also talks about reaching out to schools to push this as well.
What qualifies as misinformation and who gets to decide that? Its the top government public official declaring what qualifies as a healthier, cleaner information environment and telling the boards they need to collectively convey that to the tech companies.
Is saying that Levine was born a biological male misinformation? But thats the truth and thats science. When the government is telling you what it is that you are required to believe and now pressuring tech companies to ensure that healthier, cleaner narrative, thats censorship and thats problematic constitutionally.
Levine claims that the positive value of gender-affirming care for youth and adults [translation: potentially changing/cutting off body parts] is not in question. This is a claim that Levine has made before and as we pointed out, it isnt true that everyone agrees with it. So science doesnt mean questioning whether its a good thing for a 14-year-old to get body parts removed or to take puberty blockers, to Levine and the Biden team. Science means complying with what the government says. Levine is reaching out to make sure that this narrative isnt just part of the federal government mantra, but goes out to the states as well.
We already have seen in the Twitter files how that is problematic when government becomes enmeshed with social media and the effort to control speech. We saw how under the old Twitter, the satire site Babylon Bee was suspended from Twitter for calling Levine a man. It was that ridiculous suspension that sparked Elon Musks interest in buying Twitter thus ultimately leading to the changes and freer speech that we are now seeing today on the site. Was that suspension part of the effort to ensure the healthier environment the Biden team is dictating?
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8 Natural Nootropics To Improve Intelligence, Memory, And… – Biostrap
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What do caffeine, lions mane mushroom, and green tea have in common?
Theyre all sources of natural nootropics, or cognitive enhancers, used for brain health. While they may be new to many of us, nootropics have been used in both Chinese medicine and Ayurvedic healing for thousands of years.
Whether its boosting brain power before a big test or warding off memory loss in old age, people use nootropics for an array of personal and professional reasons. Regardless of what people use nootropics for, everyones looking at the same goal: to get more done and become more efficient in a shorter amount of time.
This demand for productivity has increased sales of both natural and synthetic nootropics across the globe. And in a market thats poised to reach $6.29 billion by 2028, according to Verified Market Research, you might just be wondering what nootropics can do for you. Heres what you need to know about naturally-sourced nootropics that can speed up your smarts.
Nootropics are any compounds, supplements, or drugs designed to improve cognitive function. Theyre used by people all over the world to improve intelligence, creativity, and motivation. In addition to supercharging productivity, nootropics can make you smarter and less stressed, holistic health practitioner Shari Auth told The Thirty.
Nootropics offer a range of cognitive benefits, including faster reaction time, increased alertness, improved memory, and decreased mental fatigue and fog. Some nootropics are also adaptogenic, meaning they help your body manage stress, Auth added.
Since there are so many medicines, plants, and substances that offer these benefits, there remains a debate about what is and isnt a nootropic. Psychologist and chemist Dr. Corneliu Giurgea was one of the first scientists who researched nootropics and attempted to define a number of features that would classify as such. According to his definition, a true nootropic may:
Improve learning and short-term memory retention Increase resilience to stress hormones and trauma Protect brain cells and improve brain bioactivity Promote intercellular communication
Have no side effects similar to other neuro-psychotropic drugs
While Nootropics can have many benefits for brain health, they shouldnt be used as a substitute for healthy habits. Getting enough sleep, eating a nutritious diet and managing stress are fundamental for achieving optimal cognitive performance, Chris DAdamo, PhD, at the University of Maryland, told WebMD. Once a person incorporates these changes into their life, nootropics can serve as an additional bonus for improving mental sharpness, reducing mental fatigue as well as the chances for age-related cognitive decline.
There are a wide range of brain boosters available, but some come with safety concerns and side effects. Thats why its so important to know what to look for when starting a search for nootropic supplements. The first distinction to make is between synthetic and natural nootropics.
Synthetic nootropics are manmade pills designed to boost cognitive functioning using chemical ingredients. So called smart drugs, such as Modafinil, Racetams, Adrafinil, and Noopept fall into this category. These compounds do improve mental function, but many also come with side effects and potential long-term consequences.
Take Modafinil, for example. This drug for people with sleep disorders is becoming a particularly popular choice to boost alertness and energy. While the research on Modafinil remains scant, looking at how the drug works may offer insight into possible side effects down the road.
Part of the way Modafinil works is by shifting the brains levels of norepinephrine, dopamine, serotonin, and other neurotransmitters; its not clear what effects these shifts may have on a persons health in the long run, as Markham Heid pointed out at TIME.
Common focus-enhancing pills like Ritalin and Adderall also classify as nootropics. These drugs are used widely both by ADHD patients and those without the condition and both groups experience their negative effects. Aside from being addictive, Adderall and Ritalin have been linked to insomnia, hallucinations, seizures, heart trouble, and sudden death in healthy individuals.
Many proponents of Giurgeas theory dont classify these drugs as nootropics.
If the side effects of synthetic nootropics arent reason enough to avoid them, consider the abundance of natural nootropics found in the natural world. Plants and herbs offer a wide range of adaptogenic, or stress-relieving compounds that support increased focus and relaxation.
Natural nootropics are much safer than synthetic forms because, in their purest version, they dont produce side effects similar to other neuro-psychotropic drugs. Look for high-quality nootropic herbs that are standardized or that feature certain trademarks or labels, such as GMP, which denotes good manufacturing practices. Also look for Nootropics without artificial ingredients or common allergens. Manufacturers concerned with safety will clearly define the presence of ingredients and allergens, such as gluten, soy, and dairy.
Heres a look at the best natural nootropics, and how they support the mind and body.
Green tea is a natural source of L-theanine, a common and efficient nootropic. Multiple studies have shown L-theanine to increase attention performance, improve sleep, boost reaction time, and promote relaxation. It could also be therapeutic for patients who suffer from high anxiety. These benefits are linked to L-theanines neuroprotective effects, meaning it can restore and regenerate nerve cells in multiple ways.
Brahmi, or Bacopa monnieri, is a fundamental herb in Ayurvedic medicine. It thrives in wet, tropical environments and can survive well under water. Similar to many other natural nootropics, the plant, its extract as well as isolated bacosides are known to support mental performance while reducing stress and having anti-inflammatory properties as well. Another perk of supplementing with Bacopa Monnieri is that it contains adaptogens, which fight off the free radicals and oxidative stress thatre linked to many modern lifestyle diseases, including heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
Ginseng is one of the oldest and most popular adaptogenic herbs. Stemming from traditional Chinese medicine, its a long, light brown root with green leaves and a bitter flavor. The two most popular varieties are American (Panax quinquefolius) and Asian (Panax ginseng), both of which have a positive effect on the immune system.
Ginseng can support healthy blood sugar levels and increased concentration may help with menopause, cancer, blood pressure, and heart disease. Since ginseng is a powerful herb, it has the ability to interact with other drugs and may not be a good choice for people taking certain medications, so please consult with your doctor before taking Ginseng as a supplement.
Also known as rosenroot, arctic root, or golden root, rhodiola rosea is a mountain herb that grows in cold climates. It contains over 140 active ingredients and has both antidepressive and anti-fatigue effects and is also used to treat anxiety in Russia and Scandinavia. To test its antidepressive effects, a study compared rhodiola to the antidepressant medication Zoloft thats active ingredient is sertraline. Findings showed that, while the chemical drug had a greater effect on reducing overall symptoms of depression, the herb was easier to tolerate because it was generally without side effects.
Lions mane mushroom is a shaggy white mushroom that can be consumed cooked, raw, dried, or in tea form for improved brain function. While theres no definitive report linking lions mane to Alzheimers disease prevention, a study on mice has shown the mushroom to have neuroprotective impact on treating or preventing neurodegenerative diseases. These are often a cause of chronic inflammation, cell death, and brain damage in patients. More research is needed to see if the mushroom has the same effect in humans.
Lush and leafy, ginkgo biloba is one of the oldest living tree species. Its a popular natural nootropic that may have a positive effect on cognitive function, anxiety and stress management. Additionally, studies have shown the use of the herb to reduce symptoms of mild cognitive impairment and Alzheimers disease.
Gingko may play a role in improving blood flow, which can support artery health and reduce the chance of stroke. Other studies demonstrate the positive impacts of Gingko on eye health. More research is warranted, but preliminary findings suggest that supplementing with ginkgo biloba may be beneficial in treating age-related macular degeneration, the leading cause of vision loss.
The body only makes a very small amount of choline in the liver; however, it isnt sufficient to meet the needs of humans. Therefore, we must get it from our diet or from a choline supplement. Choline is often grouped with B vitamins due to its essential role in regulating liver function, metabolism, brain development, and muscle movement. While its rare to be deficient in choline, certain groups of people may be more at risk. These include endurance athletes, post menopausal women, pregnant women and people who consume high amounts of alcohol.
Piracetam is a natural nootropic that, like many others, is used for cognitive enhancement. It has been found that Piracetam may help working memory, intellectual function, learning, and concentration. Studies have also shown that Piracetam enhances ATP production, but when it comes to treating cognitive decline, the right dosage is key. A study of older adults showed significant difference in cognition improvement with a dosage of 1,600 mg three times per day. However, there was no difference in cognition with patients who received 800 mg three times per day.
An increased interest in brain health and productivity has given rise to a variety of synthetic supplements, but not all of these compounds are without concern. Since many synthetic nootropics may have side effects, natural nootropics are a much healthier and safer alternative.
Whether its improving mental performance, reducing the risk of disease, or raising your resilience against stress, natural nootropics offer a wide range of benefits for overall well-being and cognitive fitness. Understanding how to incorporate these supplements into your life can help you better understand your health and how to optimize it.
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