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It will vary from individual to individual. We recommend that you start with 2 capsules in the morning. More advanced users may want to take 1 additional capsule in either the morning or in the early afternoon for an afternoon boost.

AWAKEN GOLD can be taken at any time and can be taken more than once per day (but you should limit yourself to a maximum of 4 capsules per day). We recommend taking AWAKEN GOLD each morning to start your day with your best foot forward. We recommend taking AWAKEN GOLD on an empty stomach in order to expedite absorption, but AWAKEN GOLD is also effective if taken with food and some people may find that preferable. We also recommend taking 1-2 capsules of AWAKEN GOLD about 30 minutes prior to whenever you want to kick your performance into higher gear – prior to an important meeting, a pitch, getting started on an important project, playing sports, practicing or performing, studying, taking an exam, etc.

Most people begin to notice some of the effects after the first few times they take AWAKEN GOLD. The effects build over time and become considerably more pronounced after several weeks of daily use.

Absolutely! Caffeine works synergistically with AWAKEN GOLD, by increasing the sensitivity of your dopamine receptors. As a result, caffeine will amplify some of the short term effects of AWAKEN GOLD. Since the combination is synergistic, you should need considerably less caffeine than you would normally take. In addition to caffeine, taking DHA/Omega-3 Fish Oils with AWAKEN GOLD is highly synergistic. If you currently take caffeine, we recommend that you continue to do so, otherwise the symptoms of caffeine withdrawal may temporarily overpower the positive effects of AWAKEN GOLD.

Caffeine works synergistically with some components of AWAKEN GOLD, however caffeine is addictive and we wanted to leave the decision of whether or not to take caffeine up to you. Caffeine is also a vasoconstrictor and can put a lot of stress on the heart and cardiovascular system. As with all Awakened Alchemy product, we formulated AWAKEN GOLD to be purely healthy and side effect free.

AWAKEN GOLD has mild stimulatory effects. These effects result from endogenous compounds and AWAKEN GOLD is therefore not considered a stimulant. Unlike caffeine and many other stimulants, you will not experience jitteriness or an energy level crash with AWAKEN GOLD. In fact, you will experience sustained elevated energy levels due to improved energy metabolism at the cellular level.

Yes, all Awakened Alchemy products are vegan.

No. We have carefully formulated AWAKEN GOLD to avoid all addictive substances.

No. Due to health concerns associated with the use of Magnesium Stearate, all Awakened Alchemy products use Nu-FLOW®, an organic flow agent made from sterilized rice hulls.

Due to the inclusion of Noopept, we recommend that you follow the recommendations of the creator of Noopept and cycle AWAKEN GOLD 56 days on, 4 days off. In our experience, this cycling regimen does not need to be strictly adhered to, but a few days off every few months is a good idea.

AWAKEN GOLD is intended for healthy adults aged 18 and over who are not pregnant. The ingredients used in AWAKEN GOLD are all considered to be very safe for healthy adults, however, there has been insufficient clinical research for us to conclude that they are also safe for children and/or pregnant/breastfeeding women, but we would recommend against it.

Noopept, which is used in AWAKEN GOLD, has been known to cause headaches in some people when they first start using it. These headaches are due to insufficient choline. After a few days of taking AWAKEN GOLD, the CDP Choline (Citicoline) should boost your choline levels sufficiently and you will no longer get headaches. If you are experiencing headaches, we recommend taking 1 capsule for the first week and then increasing your dosage to 2 initially and maybe even 3 capsules over time.

AWAKEN GOLD contains phenylethylamine, a naturally occurring monoamine alkaloid better known as the "love molecule" found in cacao. Therefore, it you are amine intolerant, you should not take AWAKEN GOLD. Symptoms of amine intolerance may include headaches, nausea, hives, fatigue, digestive issues and/or vomiting.

No, AWAKEN GOLD contains one synthetic ingredient, called Noopept. We think of Noopept as being somewhat unique, because Noopept is composed entirely of three endogenous compounds (the amino acids proline and glycine and phenylacetic acid) and it quickly breaks down in the body into those endogenous compounds. The effect of Noopept is to boost levels of Cycloprolylglycine, an endogenous peptide which has profound effects on increasing neuroplasticity by boosting BDNF and NGF levels.

AWAKEN GOLD increases your levels of dopamine and, over time, helps to repair and increase your number of dopamine receptors, making you more sensitive to dopamine. Dopamine is a neuromodulator. Too little OR too much dopamine can result in feeling fatigued. If you are experiencing fatigue after taking AWAKEN GOLD that is clear sign that the dosage is too high and you should reduce your dosage. If you are taking AWAKEN GOLD with caffeine, caffeine increases your dopamine sensitivity and therefore will exacerbate the issue if you have excessive dopamine in your system. Reducing your caffeine intake can also help to dial in the optimal dopamine levels for you.

An upset stomach after taking AWAKEN GOLD is a clear sign that the dosage is too high for you and you should reduce your dosage. AWAKEN GOLD increases your dopamine levels and, over time, increases your dopamine sensitivity by repairing and increasing the number of dopamine receptors. Excessive dopamine levels overpower serotonin (which is primarily in your gut) and this can result in an upset stomach. If you are taking AWAKEN GOLD with caffeine, caffeine increases your dopamine sensitivity and would make the issue worse. Reducing your caffeine intake and/or AWAKEN GOLD dosage will reduce the boost to your dopamine levels and correct the issue.