My Cerebrolysin cycle + BDNF Support STACK

About this video

• Video Title: My Cerebrolysin cycle + BDNF Support STACK
• Channel: The Enhanced Man
• Speakers: Not specified
• Duration: 12:01

Overview

This video discusses Cerebrolysin, a nootropic supplement, and its effects on BDNF (Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor), neuroplasticity, and cognitive decline. The speaker shares their personal experience with five cycles of Cerebrolysin, detailing its benefits, optimal dosing, and potential lifestyle factors that support or deplete BDNF.

Key takeaways

• Cerebrolysin's Potential: Cerebrolysin is presented as a powerful tool to support BDNF, enhance neuroplasticity, and potentially stave off cognitive decline. It's composed of low molecular weight peptides and amino acids derived from pig brain tissue and is used clinically for conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, and dementia.
• BDNF Support and Depletion: Lifestyle factors that can boost BDNF include exercise (aerobic, HIIT), sauna use, cold therapy, intermittent fasting, calorie restriction, Omega-3s (especially DHA), curcumin, methylene blue, and magnesium (specifically thrienate). Factors that can deplete BDNF include alcohol, poor sleep, certain insomnia medications (like zolpidem), high stress (cortisol), and high sugar diets.
• Personal Experience and Benefits: The speaker has completed five cycles of Cerebrolysin over four years, reporting benefits such as reduced impulsivity (helpful for ADHD), improved mood, better mental filtering, and enhanced problem-solving and efficiency.
• Dosing Protocol: The speaker's recent cycle involved 10 ml administered over two weeks, with injections every 2-3 days, split into two 5 ml doses.
• Monitoring and Other Factors: The speaker monitors their "brain age" and notes that factors beyond BDNF, like homocysteine levels (influenced by MTHFR gene variations) and clusterin, also play a role in cognitive health.