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IQMAXX MINITHREAD
"How to Actually Raise Your Intelligence"
WHAT IS THIS?
This is a guide to potentially maximizing intelligence — covering fluid IQ, memory, learning speed, and executive function via nootropics, biohacks, and cognitive training.
No fluff. No Reddit-tier L-Theanine cope. Just methods that work.
No fluff. No Reddit-tier L-Theanine cope. Just methods that work.
PART 1: CORE NOOTROPICS – BUILD THE FOUNDATION
1. Bromantane
Boosts: Motivation, dopamine function, resilience to fatigue
Why: It's a mild stimulant that enhances cognitive stamina without the crash
Dose: 25–50mg AM, 2 weeks on / 1 off
Why: It's a mild stimulant that enhances cognitive stamina without the crash
Dose: 25–50mg AM, 2 weeks on / 1 off
2. N-Acetyl Semax Amidate (NASAm)
Boosts: BDNF, working memory, focus
Why: Increases neuroplasticity and stress resilience — great for deep work
Form: Nasal spray, 2x/day
Optional: Stack with Selank for anti-anxiety synergy
Why: Increases neuroplasticity and stress resilience — great for deep work
Form: Nasal spray, 2x/day
Optional: Stack with Selank for anti-anxiety synergy
3. PRL-8-53
Boosts: Verbal memory, recall speed, test performance
Why: One of the few noots that shows clear acute IQ test gains
Use: 5–10mg before exams, presentations, or problem-solving tasks
Why: One of the few noots that shows clear acute IQ test gains
Use: 5–10mg before exams, presentations, or problem-solving tasks
4. Lion’s Mane Mushroom (Dual-Extract)
Boosts: NGF, long-term brain health
Why: Rare natural compound that promotes neural growth
Dose: 1g/day (dual extract ONLY)
Why: Rare natural compound that promotes neural growth
Dose: 1g/day (dual extract ONLY)
5. Magnesium L-Threonate
Boosts: Synaptic density, sleep quality, learning capacity
Why: Only form of magnesium proven to penetrate the brain and enhance cognition
Dose: 1–2g PM
Why: Only form of magnesium proven to penetrate the brain and enhance cognition
Dose: 1–2g PM
6. Caffeine + L-Theanine + L-Tyrosine
Boosts: Focus, alertness, dopamine tone
Why: Clean, synergistic mental energy without anxiety or crash
Stack: 100mg caffeine / 200mg L-theanine / 300–500mg L-tyrosine
Why: Clean, synergistic mental energy without anxiety or crash
Stack: 100mg caffeine / 200mg L-theanine / 300–500mg L-tyrosine
PART 2: ADVANCED STACKS (FOR INTERMEDIATE USERS)
7. Dihexa (Use With Caution)
Boosts: Synaptogenesis, long-term memory
Why: One of the strongest experimental compounds for increasing raw brain connectivity
Form: Sublingual / transdermal
Warning: Long-term effects unknown. Research heavily before use.
Why: One of the strongest experimental compounds for increasing raw brain connectivity
Form: Sublingual / transdermal
Warning: Long-term effects unknown. Research heavily before use.
8. Fasoracetam
Boosts: Memory under stress, learning rate
Why: Works well if you’re mentally fatigued or recovering from burnout
Dose: 10–30mg 1–2x/day
Why: Works well if you’re mentally fatigued or recovering from burnout
Dose: 10–30mg 1–2x/day
9. Uridine Monophosphate + Alpha-GPC + DHA
Boosts: Synapse formation, acetylcholine function
Why: This "Mr. Happy Stack" fuels structural brain changes
Stack:
Why: This "Mr. Happy Stack" fuels structural brain changes
Stack:
- Uridine (150mg)
- Alpha-GPC (300mg)
- DHA (1g/day)
PART 3: COGNITIVE BIOHACKS – HIGH ROI, LOW EFFORT
10. Cold Exposure (3–5 min cold showers)
Boosts: Norepinephrine, dopamine, resilience
Why: Hardwires stress tolerance + clears brain fog like a reset button
Why: Hardwires stress tolerance + clears brain fog like a reset button
11. AM Sunlight + Circadian Reset
Boosts: Dopamine, serotonin, sleep quality
Why: Better wakefulness, deeper sleep = better memory + intelligence over time
Protocol: 10–15 min within 30 mins of waking
Why: Better wakefulness, deeper sleep = better memory + intelligence over time
Protocol: 10–15 min within 30 mins of waking
12. Near-Infrared Light on Prefrontal Cortex
Boosts: Mitochondrial function, focus, verbal reasoning
Why: Red light (850nm) stimulates executive function + blood flow
Use: 10–15 min per session, daily or every other day
Why: Red light (850nm) stimulates executive function + blood flow
Use: 10–15 min per session, daily or every other day
PART 4: TRAIN THE BRAIN – STRUCTURAL INTELLIGENCE GAINS
13. Dual N-Back Training
Boosts: Working memory, pattern recognition, fluid IQ
Why: Only software training method with evidence of actual IQ increase
Schedule: 20–30 mins/day, 5x/week
Bonus: Combine with PRL-8-53 or modafinil for accelerated gains
Why: Only software training method with evidence of actual IQ increase
Schedule: 20–30 mins/day, 5x/week
Bonus: Combine with PRL-8-53 or modafinil for accelerated gains
14. Meditation + Breathwork (With Nootropic Stack)(Unironically)
Boosts: Attention span, cognitive control, awareness
Stack: Rhodiola Rosea + Bacopa Monnieri + Low-dose Nicotine (~0.5mg)
Why: Long-term practice = permanent changes in PFC function
Stack: Rhodiola Rosea + Bacopa Monnieri + Low-dose Nicotine (~0.5mg)
Why: Long-term practice = permanent changes in PFC function
PART 5: NIGHT PROTOCOL – WHERE MEMORY IS BUILT
15. Deep Sleep Stack
Stack:
- Magnesium Threonate
- Apigenin (Chamomile extract)
- Glycine (3g)
- Theanine (200mg)
- Why: Deep sleep = memory consolidation + neurogenesis. Do not neglect.
FINAL DAILY STACK EXAMPLE (INTERMEDIATE TIER)
AM Routine:
- 25mg Bromantane
- NASAm Nasal Spray
- 100mg Caffeine + 200mg L-Theanine + 500mg L-Tyrosine
- Lion’s Mane
- Morning sunlight (10–15 min)
- Cold shower (3 min)
Focus Block:
- Optional PRL-8-53 before hard mental tasks
- 20 min Dual N-Back or journaling
PM Routine:
- Magnesium Threonate + Sleep Stack
- No screens 1 hour before bed
- Optional NIR light session
CONCLUSION: HOW TO THINK SHARPER IN 2025
Goal Method Raw Brainpower NASAm, Lion’s Mane, Dihexa Focus + Energy Bromantane, Caffeine Stack Long-Term Memory Magnesium Threonate, Deep Sleep, Dual N-Back Neuroplasticity Uridine Stack, Cold Exposure, Meditation Test/Performance Mode PRL-8-53, Fasoracetam, NIR light
Goal | Method |
---|---|
Raw Brainpower | NASAm, Lion’s Mane, Dihexa |
Focus + Energy | Bromantane, Caffeine Stack |
Long-Term Memory | Magnesium Threonate, Deep Sleep, Dual N-Back |
Neuroplasticity | Uridine Stack, Cold Exposure, Meditation |
Test/Performance Mode | PRL-8-53, Fasoracetam, NIR light |

Build habits. Stack wisely. Track results.