When you hear the word "stimulant," you may think of small white pills in plastic orange bottles or drugs that fall in the illicit category. However, "stimulant" encompasses a wide range of substances — many of which can be found in your own home. Any material that boosts mood, overall energy, and alertness fits the description. Your morning cup of brew? A stimulant. Afternoon tea? A stimulant. The same goes for nicotine, energy drinks, and, of course, your ADHD medication.

Caffeine

While the word stimulant can have a negative connotation, 90% of Americans consume some type of caffeine every single day. Whether it's coffee or soda, caffeine users experience increased heart rate and alertness. Furthermore, about 75% of people who consume caffeine regularly are addicted to it. That means that a sudden drop-off in intake would result in withdrawal symptoms like headaches, irritability, and fatigue. 

Nicotine

Nicotine, commonly found in tobacco and thus cigarettes, is the component that makes smoking addictive. This specific type of chemical, like other stimulants, is known to improve attention, alertness, and motor function. Studies even show that chewing nicotine also improves handwriting speed and fluidity. Similar to caffeine, it also possesses highly addictive qualities.

Prescription Amphetamines

Commonly used to treat ADHD and narcolepsy, prescription amphetamines increase the levels of noradrenaline and dopamine in the prefrontal cortex, the brain area that controls attention, working memory, and behavior in ADHD patients. In most adults, amphetamine can boost short-term memory, improve mental cognition, and increase alertness, optimism, and attentiveness.

Where does Recoop come in?

Stimulants can be tremendously beneficial, especially for those with ADHD. Unfortunately, they also artificially increase stress hormones in the brain, putting your body and mind in prolonged overdrive, sometimes resulting in harmful health effects - both in the long and short term. Additionally, stimulants are easy to develop a high tolerance to, causing a need for a continually higher intake to yield the same effectiveness. This is where Recoop comes in. We designed Recoop to replenish the nutrients that stimulants temporarily deplete from your body and help support steady tolerance over time. Each ingredient is specifically chosen to combat jitters, reduce stress and anxiety, and promote deep, restful sleep. The best part? Recoop is created to benefit every type of stimulant. Whether you're taking ADHD medication or sipping a cup of joe, we have you covered.