Many students in college as well as people who are working will admit that maintaining concentration on projects that require a lot of time and effort can be hard to achieve at times.
For many people, it is one of the most difficult thing to keep up with. And while this is the case, focus and concentration 
are key aspects to doing a good job and being completely productive.
This being the situation, people are looking for ways they can heighten their focus and keep their attention levels high for long periods of time so as to do their best in what they are doing.
One of these ways is by taking nootropics that have shown great potency in the area.
And here we take a look at the top 10 brain supplements for concentration and focus based on research, trials and user reports. Be sure to remember to consult with a doctor in case you have any concerns about them.
1. L-Theanine
L-theanine is an amino acid that is found in tea leaves which is used to help bring relaxation to the mind without bringing a drowsy feeling with it. Trials done on it have shown that when it is combined with caffeine it can enhance the memory, reduce depression, improve focus and mental performance.
Other benefits associated with it include improving the quality of sleep, boosting moods and attention, bringing down 
high levels of anxiety and stress and regulating blood pressure.
Human and animal trials have also indicated that it could make an effective treatment for cancer. It showed to suppress lung cancer as well as leukemia cells from growing.
It is also able to improve the activity of treatments for cancer like trichostatin and helps control the condition.
It helps achieve this by its abilities of regulating the production and activity of neurotransmitters like dopamine, GABA, serotonin that are associated with alertness, moods, energy and sleep. It is also inhibits the production of too much cortisol, the stress hormone.
When it comes to the dosage, it is highly recommended that you have L-theanine together with caffeine with the ratio of 2:1 if you want brain improving benefits. This means you should take 100mg to 200mg of L-theanine with 50mg to 100mg of caffeine.
However, if you are not used to caffeine or are not comfortable taking it, you can work without it.
2. CDP Choline
Another name for CDP Choline is Citicoline. This nootropic is well known for its ability to improving the performance of the memory and protection from loss of memory.
It has also proven effective in boosting focus and concentration, improving the reaction time and enhancing mental clarity, improving mental energy and the effectiveness of other brain supplements such as the racetams like Aniracetam.
It mainly works in 2 ways, which are increasing the levels of neurotransmitters such as norepinephrine, dopamine and adrenaline in the Central Nerous System, and restoring as well repairing neuronal membranes.
Generally, doses ranging from 250mg to 1000mg taken in one dose or split into 2 doses but taken after 8 to 12 hours have been proven good to work with and effective.
While studying L-theanine, a dosage of 1000mg to 2000mg was used for mental decline, 500mg to 2000mg was used for treating ischemic stroke and 600mg was used for chronic cerebrovascular disease.
3. Uridine
This is another nootropic that has shown great potential in boosting focus and concentration, although very little research has been done on it.
Other names uridine goes by are UMP, uryidylic acid and Uridine Monophosphate.
It is a natural supplement that can also improve learning abilities, motivation, moods and memory.
Doses of 150mg to 500mg are safe and well tolerated.
4. Aniracetam
This is supplement that belongs to the family of nootropics called The racetams that share the same chemical structure.
It was brought to light by the Swiss Pharmaceutical company called Hoffman-LaRoche.
In Europe, it is normally used as a prescription but there are no regulations for it in the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States.
Benefits linked to it are reducing anxiety and depression, enhancing learning skills and memory, boosting focus and concentration, and studies show that it may be a good treatment for dementia.
Many users have said it works well for increasing concentration and focus.
There are no studies on humans though that have been documented when it comes to this particular area, although, there are studies that have shown its effects on neurotransmitters like dopamine, acetylcholine and other neurotransmitters that are associated with the said benefits.
Like many other nootropics, it works by modulating the production of dopamine, serotonin, acetylcholine and the transmission of glutamate that are closely linked to the memory, moods and cognition.
The typical dose for Aniracetam is 750mg to 1500mg. It is important to note that doses going to 3000mg have also been found safe but it is advised to start with low doses and increasing it slowly by slowly, and only when needed.
5. Oxiracetam
Other names for Oxiracetam are Neuractiv, Neuromet, ISF 2522 and Hydroxypiracetam. It is another nootropic that belongs to the racetams family,
It was made synthetically from Piracetam back in the 1970’s.
The benefits it has show to help with are improving the capacity of learning, memory, verbal fluency, improving communication of neurons, protecting the brain and boosting attention, focus and concentration.
It’s mechanism of action shows it affects the glutamatergic and cholinergic systems. This means it controls the activities of the glutamate and acetylcholine neurotransmitters.
It is also known to cause stimulation, but a mild one.
The recommended dosage for Oxiracetam is 1200mg to 2400mg a day, divided into 2 or 3 doses. Taking higher doses has also been proven safe but it is always advisable to start with the minimum dosage and increase it slowly, only when necessary.
The first 5 Nootropics listed are all single nootropics and the next 5 are nootropic stacks that have used the listed single nootropics and others as ingredients to make a powerful combination for more brain related benefits.
6. Qualia Mind
Qualia Mind is a nootropic stack that is made by combining over 20 well known ingredients that help enhance the 
performance of the brain.
Some of the ingredients include Bacopa Monierri, Rhodiola Rosea, Phosphatidylserine and Acetylcholine-l-carnitine, to name a few.
It is actually among the top nootropic stacks in the market and is known to help with brain fog, boosting brain function, increasing focus and concentration as well as enhancing clarity of the mind.
The recommended dosage for this supplement is 7 capsules each day before taking breakfast. Although you can still have it together with your breakfast if you get any stomach related issues.
7. Alpha Brain
This is another brain supplement made by Onnit Labs that has received good ratings from many users. Many ingredients in it are the same as those in Qualia Mind.
Some of the ingredients in alpha brain are Bacopa Moneirri, Phosphatidylserine, L-theanine, Vinpocetine, Huperzine A and Alpha GPC.
The benefits it is associated with are improving mental performance, focus and concentration as well as memory. Users have also said that it helps with improving the quality of sleep and moods.
Onnit Labs recommend having 1 to 2 capsules a day.
You can have them in the morning, afternoon or evenings. However, it should be 3 to 7 hours before the time you go to sleep.
8. Mind Lab Pro
Mind Lab Pro is a supplement that was formulated by Opti-Nura. It was made by including ingredients like L-theanine, 
Citicoline, Bacopa Moneirri, Lion’s Mane mushroom, Rhodiola Rosea and many others.
The listed benefits with it are improving the memory, sharpening the ability to think strategically, solving problems, mental clarity and moods.
Users have also reported better moods, enhanced memory, improved focus and concentration, ability to make decisions faster and improved response time.
The advised dosage for Mind Lab Pro is 4 capsules a day, split into 2 doses (that is early in the morning or early afternoon). You should take it with food.
9. Provasil
Provasil is a nootropic stack that was made using ingredients such as Phosphatidylserine, Ginkgo leaf, L-tyrosine, Resveratrol, Bacopa Monierri and others.
The known benefits of taking it are improved concentration and alertness, memory and retention capacity, learning abilities and overall mental health.
The dose to take is 2 capsules a day, either in the morning or afternoon or both.
10. Optimind
Optimind is a stack that comes with a total of 12 ingredients that includes vitamins, minerals and natural nootropics. Some of the ingredients include Huperzine A, Bacopa Monierri, Taurine, Vinpocetine, Phosphatidylserine and more.
The benefits it is associated with are alertness, energy, focus not to mention mental performance.
The right dosage for this is 1 to 2 capsules a day. The creators have warned users against taking more than 5 capsules in a day.
And that is the list of the top 10 Nootropics you should think of working with when you want to elevate your focus and concentration.
It is highly recommended that you work with the dosage that has been given for safe and optimal results.
Also, if you have had any experiences with any of the nootropics, please share them below. We would love to hear them.
Thanks for this educating and comprehensive research you have taken your time to carry out on bran supplements and focus. As a Student it is never easy to engage in school projects and other extracurricular activities and still face life issues easily without having a bring. That is why I have thought that there should be a lot of supplements for our brain to aid activeness and boost performance for concentration and focus. I’m grateful for this value adding post. I hope to see more of it.
It is nice to have you here Willy,
Glad you found it useful.
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Have an awesome day!
Wow thanks for these wonderful suggestions. The mom of my college have been on medication to help her develop her regain memory because she seem to be forgetting things lately and the drugs he have been using isn’t giving any result. I’ll send this link so he can see these suggestion and purchase the required ones. Thanks for sharing
You are welcome Dane,
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We highly appreciate it.
I think the cdp choline is one of the best. It’s given me the best result. I normally only take a 500gm for the day and it is enough for 8hours of work. If you are planning to work for more than that, you need to add another dosage otherwise the effect of the first pills you took will not be as good anymore.
You made a great list of nootropic products and I think those who are still looking for the best nootropic for their use, can find here a great list to choose from.
Thanks for sharing
You are welcome Adyns,
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We value them highly.
Have a nice day!
Nootropics have seemed to gain great popularity because of of brain boosting benefits which are safe because it’s made from natural ingridients. CDP Choline is what my parents are taking as supplements to prevent themselves from having dementia or any age related memory loss. Two years ago, my mom was hospitalized for mild stroke. Since citicoline was first developed in Japan for stroke and brain circulatory problems, it was a good choice to prevent it from happening again. Also, they don’t feel any side effects like others claim such as nausea or vomiting.
Even normal, healthy people should take into consideration to take nootropics. Doctors would say that if you happen to observe slurring like once or twice a month, think of going for a check up. It could be a mild symptom of something big that’s about to happen. Thanks for sharing info about nootropics.
You are welcome MissusB,
We are happy to hear your mom’s experience with CDP Choline. It is good to hear that it really helped her.
Thanks too for sharing your thoughts on nootropics with us.
We are glad to have you here.
Have a wonderful day!
This is excellent post on best Brain Supplements for Concentration.Recently I feel like I am not able to focus on my daily activities as I used to do before. Lack of concentration has been affected on my mood. As a result, more stress and anxiety and less productivity made me to do to something and tackle the problem as soon as possible.This is because I’ve started to research on the matter and came across this informative article. Glad to have realized that my problem would be solved by taking the supplements.
I may take the Aniracetam supplement due to its incredible benefits for reducing anxiety and depression, boosting focus and concentration. Thanks
You are always welcome, Shirian.
I have not tried any of the recommendations posted here, but I wanted to share my story.
I was a disciplined raw vegan for years; my body, brain (memory/focus/recall), bone quickly diminished due to my dietary choice. To make a long story short, I spent a lot of money trying different brain supplements/formulations, but unfortunately, none did the job I had hoped. Then, about six months ago, a friend introduced me to a nootropic brain product, Zero-N by Renovo Vita. I was hesitant because I’m caffeine sensitive. However, I decided to give it a shot; what’s one more supplement to try? Pleasantly surprised, this product was a game-changer for me. The caffeine didn’t give me the jitters or make me ill, as I had feared. So grateful to have found something that worked well with my chemistry.
Hi there Crescent.
Thanks for dropping by and for sharing your experience with us.
We really appreciate it. 🙂
We are glad to hear you finally found a product that helped you.
We are going to have a closer look at Zero-N and do a thorough review on it here for our readers to benefit from it as well.
Thanks for letting us know about it.
All the best.
Cheers,
The IYBP Team