Standardized Tests Nootropics Protocol


I have used this protocol when taking standardized tests.  I passed both my Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist test and my composite social studies test using this protocol:

The night before and every waking hour through the test: Ginkgo Biloba 120 mg starting after dinner every hour on the hour:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/263105.php

Morning of the test: Breakfast high protein high fat meal ex eggs, sausage, avocados.
https://bebrainfit.com/brain-foods-test-exam/

 15 min to 30 minutes before test: Dark Chocolate
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S019566630700102X

During the Test: Take peppermint candy every half hour you are testing.
https://www.livestrong.com/article/520172-does-peppermint-candy-stimulate-the-brain/

Other things: Sleep get at least 9.5 hours of sleep the night before the test.
https://valleysleepcenter.com/score-how-sleep-affects-standardized-testing/

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