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MTE & Foundational Wellness: Because Feeling Your Best is for Everyone
Ever thought about how pervasive the idea of dragging ourselves through the day is? Think about media: “that 2:30 feeling”; high-powered execs falling asleep under their desk... more

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Why TikTok’s Vagus Nerve Obsession Needs Fact-Checked
If you’ve been on TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen at least a few reels about vagus nerve stimulation and vagus nerve “icing”. For the most part, vagus nerve exercises are... more

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5 of the Best Nootropics for Caffeine-Free Peak Performance
Caffeine is the world’s best-known nootropic, and inarguably the most widely used. But is that because it’s actually the best nootropic drink for energy, focus and mood? Or s... more

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Paraxanthine: So There’s a Part of Caffeine That’s Actually Healthy?
Paraxanthine is a natural byproduct of caffeine and the new it-girl in the world of wellness and performance supplements. Touted for its ability to promote jitter-free energy... more

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Understanding Caffeine’s Metabolites & How Paraxanthine Works
If you’ve read the MTE blog, like, at all, you’re definitely familiar with how caffeine acts on different neurochemical processes once you down that daily double espresso. Th... more

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Caffeine-Free Energy: 7 Ways to Start Your Day Without Coffee
Mornings can be rough. You drag yourself out of bed, groggily reach for that first cup of coffee, and hope it’ll magically turn you into a fully functioning human being.   ... more

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Unlock the Morning Calm: 5 Best Alternatives to Coffee for Calm
Many people start their day with the familiar ritual of brewing a cup of coffee, which provides that essential jolt to kickstart the morning. Although this routine promises a... more

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Methylliberine: Is This Alkaloid a Good Caffeine Substitute?
Today’s world often demands continuous focus and boundless energy, which is why many of us turn to the familiar embrace of caffeine to fuel our productivity. However, this re... more

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MTE: Spotlight on Saffron & How Plant Biology Interacts with Human Health
  Ever wondered exactly what happens when you consume a nootropic like saffron? Sure, you may feel more energized, in a better mood, less stressed. And you know it’s because ... more

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20 Scary Sleep Stories to Tell in the Dark: The Important of Rest in Wellness
This is probably not the first or fifty-seventh time you’ve heard about the importance of sleep health; it’s pretty well agreed that not getting enough sleep, especially on a... more

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The Best (& Worst) Times of Day to Get Your Workouts In
Is anyone else just completely overwhelmed by FitTok, Insta fitness influencers and YouTube trainers? They have knowledge to offer, sure, but there are so many conflicting po... more

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Ashwagandha & Angst: Can This Adaptogen Support Against Stress?
Little bit stressy, little bit depressy. We’re all so stressed 80-150% of the time that it’s literally just memes now. Just in the last couple decades, we saw an exponential ... more

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Coloring Outside the Life Lines: Why People Live Longer in Blue Zones
In the great quest to live as long as possible, people are getting pretty weird. Like that dude who did transfusions with his son’s blood because he thought it’d trick his bo... more

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Nootropics for Energy: A Viable Alternative to Caffeine?
In the search for the best way to replace your caffeine habit with a more sustainable and healthy approach to energy, you’ve definitely come across nootropic drinks and suppl... more

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Ditching the Jitters: 5 Best Coffee Substitutes With Caffeine
  Instead of giving us that zen-like focus we all need to be productive, a morning coffee can result in a racing buzz that’s more frantic than focused. It’s the jittery high ... more

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Nootropics vs Stimulants: Which Option Is Better for Energy and Focus
  Some days, we just stare blankly at the screen while our to-do lists mock. Sure, you can reach for another coffee, but it will only put your brain in overdrive without gett... more

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Kratom vs MTE: Which One Is a Better Natural Energy Booster?
Table of Contents: Comparing kratom and MTE How kratom and MTE work Benefits of kratom and MTE Kratom vs. MTE ingredients Kratom and MTE: Pricing and packaging ... more

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The Ashwagandha Adaptogen: A Natural Way to Stay Calm?
More and more, people are looking for ways to handle problems related to mood and affect with natural treatments before turning to pharmaceuticals. Some of the most widely-pr... more

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The Gut-Brain Connection: Is Your Gut Really a Second Brain?
With the rise of focus on gut health in the wellness and supplement industry, you’ve probably heard the term “gut-brain connection” or “gut-brain axis”. The digestive system ... more

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Methylliberine: Is This Alkaloid a Good Caffeine Substitute?
Today’s world often demands continuous focus and boundless energy, which is why many of us turn to the familiar embrace of caffeine to fuel our productivity. However, this re... more