Huperzine A

Pre-Workout · Evidence: Limited · Importance: Avoid Unless Needed

An acetylcholinesterase inhibitor used in nootropic/pre-workout blends for focus.

Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.

What the evidence says

Studied mainly in cognitive-decline contexts; recreational nootropic evidence is limited.

Typical dose & timing

Dose: ~50–200 mcg; often cycled.

Timing: Pre-workout; cycle off periodically.

Role in a stack

Focus ingredient.

Redundancy check: Overlaps with other cholinergics.

Cautions & safety

Bioactive compound; not for daily indefinite use without guidance. Can cause GI/cholinergic effects.

Acts on a real enzyme system — use conservatively. Educational only — not medical advice.

Best for

focus stacks

Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.