You’re Not Broken.
Your Brain Just Needs the Right Support.
Brain fog. Afternoon crashes. Inconsistent focus. The feeling that your best thinking is locked behind a wall you can’t break through. These aren’t character flaws or signs of a broken brain — they’re feedback signals. And after 18+ years researching cognitive enhancement, personally testing hundreds of compounds and protocols, I’ve learned exactly what those signals are telling you.
NeuroEdge Formula is where I share everything I’ve learned — the science, the protocols, and the honest assessments of what actually works. No miracle cures. No exaggerated promises. Just evidence-based cognitive enhancement from someone who has spent nearly two decades testing it firsthand.
18+ Years Research
Personal testing & documentation
100+ Compounds Tested
Rigorous self-experimentation
Science-Backed
Every claim cited & verified
No Hype, No Pseudoscience
Honest, transparent methodology
Peter Benson
Cognitive Enhancement Researcher
18+ Years | Independent Research
Meet Peter Benson,
Cognitive Enhancement Researcher
For over 18 years, I’ve been on a mission to understand how the brain works — and how to make it work better.
What started as personal desperation with chronic brain fog became a deep dive into neuroscience, alternative medicine, and the emerging field of nootropics. I’ve personally tested hundreds of compounds, protocols, and strategies, carefully documenting what works, what doesn’t, and why.
“My colleagues started calling me ‘Dr. Benson’ — not because of a medical degree, but because my research-backed recommendations consistently delivered results when other approaches failed.”
Today, I share everything I’ve learned through NeuroEdge Formula — giving you access to the same protocols, insights, and testing methodologies that transformed my own cognitive performance.
Read My Complete Story →If You’re Struggling With Any of These,
You’re in the Right Place.
Brain fog that makes simple tasks feel overwhelming
Afternoon crashes that destroy your productivity
Inconsistent focus that prevents deep work
Memory issues that affect your confidence
Mental fatigue that steals your evenings and weekends
You’re not alone — and more importantly, these aren’t permanent conditions.
Your brain is incredibly adaptable. With the right combination of behavioral protocols, targeted supplementation, and lifestyle optimization, you can achieve the mental clarity and sustained focus you know you’re capable of. Every strategy on this site is backed by research and tested personally — starting with the free guide below.
Explore Evidence-Based Cognitive Enhancement
Choose your area of interest and discover research-backed protocols, honest reviews, and practical guidance.
Nootropics & Supplements
Comprehensive reviews, stacking protocols, and safety guidelines for cognitive-enhancing supplements. Science-backed recommendations from someone who’s personally tested hundreds of compounds over 18+ years.
Explore Nootropics →Focus & Productivity
Proven techniques for sustained attention, deep work, and eliminating distractions. From 2-minute morning protocols to advanced focus stacks — everything you need to maintain laser-sharp concentration.
Optimize Focus →Memory & Learning
Science-based strategies for improving recall, accelerating learning, and retaining information longer. Practical protocols combining behavioral techniques with targeted supplementation.
Enhance Memory →Sleep & Recovery
Master the foundation of cognitive performance through evidence-based sleep protocols. Better sleep equals better focus, memory, and mental clarity. Here’s how to optimize all three.
Improve Sleep →Brain Health & Longevity
Long-term strategies for protecting and enhancing cognitive function as you age. Neuroprotective protocols, inflammation management, and research on maintaining mental sharpness for decades.
Protect Your Brain →Biohacking & Advanced Protocols
Cutting-edge techniques for experienced optimizers seeking maximum cognitive enhancement. Advanced stacking strategies, experimental protocols, and the latest research in human performance.
Advanced Protocols →Start Your Cognitive Enhancement Journey Today — Free
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Latest Research & Protocols
Science-backed insights, practical protocols, and honest reviews — published every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Huperzine A: Complete Evidence-Based Review, Dosing & Cycling Guide
Why Huperzine A completes the cholinergic triad that Alpha-GPC and Phosphatidylserine begin — and what 20 RCTs, 1,823 participants, and a critical U.S. Phase II trial actually show about its memory, safety, and cycling requirements.
PHOSPHATIDYLSERINE COMPLETE RESEARCH REVIEW
The only nootropic supplement with an FDA qualified health claim. What the 2022 meta-analysis, Cenacchi multicenter trial, and cortisol blunting studies actually show about phosphatidylserine — and why the bovine vs. soy sourcing distinction changes how you should evaluate the evidence.
PANAX GINSENG COMPLETE RESEARCH REVIEW
What 15 RCTs and a 2024 meta-analysis actually show about Panax ginseng for memory, working memory, and mental fatigue — and where the null results are. Complete G115 vs Cereboost protocol, dose-response findings, honest safety discussion, and how it fits alongside Ashwagandha.
ASHWAGANDHA COMPLETE RESEARCH REVIEW
Ashwagandha is the most-researched adaptogen available, with strong RCT evidence for cortisol reduction, stress resilience, and cognitive improvement in stressed populations. Peter Benson covers the benchmark studies, exact KSM-66 protocol, onset timeline, and the safety contraindications most sources underreport.
L-Theanine + Caffeine Stack Guide
L-theanine and caffeine is the most reproducible stack in the nootropic research literature. Peter Benson walks through the benchmark RCTs, the 2:1 dosing protocol, caffeine timing science, tolerance cycling, and sourcing standards — everything needed to implement it correctly.
ADVANCED NOOTROPIC STACKING PROTOCOLS
Advanced nootropic stacking for experienced cognitive optimizers who have completed the 12-week beginner protocol. Five principles: mechanism diversity (one compound per class, no redundancy), timing optimization (strategic sequencing not convenience), cycling protocols (5/2 rhythm for acute compounds, 12-week cycles for neuroplasticity compounds), context-specific stacks (deep work vs creative vs high-stress), and individual response tracking (data over dogma). The complete integrated morning performance stack, tolerance reset protocols, and systematic testing methodology. 18+ years of documented self-experimentation synthesized into precision optimization.
How NeuroEdge Formula Is Different
Four principles that guide every protocol, review, and recommendation on this site.
Real-World Testing
Every protocol and recommendation comes from extensive personal testing and research. I don’t recommend anything I haven’t tried myself.
Scientific Backing
All content is supported by peer-reviewed research, clinical studies, and data from authoritative medical institutions. Every claim is cited.
Transparent Methodology
I share exactly how I test compounds, track results, and evaluate effectiveness. You’ll understand the “why” behind every recommendation.
No Hype, No Pseudoscience
Honest assessments of what works, what doesn’t, and individual variation. No miracle cures or exaggerated promises — ever.
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Educational Disclaimer: The information on NeuroEdge Formula is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Peter Benson is an independent cognitive enhancement researcher, not a licensed medical professional. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen or health protocol, especially if you have pre-existing conditions or take medications. Individual results vary.