December 21st, 2023
New research tells a compelling performance story that resonates with go-getters and good-energy seekers everywhere–your customers. The data show that CTD can boost mental stamina, reaction time, focus and precision during intense cognitive challenges – exactly what’s needed to excel in today’s fast-paced, distraction-filled world.
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June 22nd, 2023
What is Dynamine™? In a nutshell, Dynamine™ (methylliberine — 2-methoxy-1,7,9 Tetramethyluric acid) is a faster-acting, harder-hitting form of TeaCrine®. It’s yet another chemical cousin of caffeine (and theacrine). Similar to theacrine, methyliberine is found in kucha tea.[1] It’s also naturally occuring in a number of coffee species, including Coffea liberica, Coffea dewevrei and Coffea abeokuta. […]
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January 31st, 2023
Written into the Compound Solutions belief system is this: science and research are paramount to human advancement. This is why, 7 years after the launch of TeaCrine® and 5 years after the launch of Dynamine™, we are still investing in new research studies (with truly no end in sight!). However, as the studies accumulate and […]
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January 16th, 2023
The new best self category does not replace wellness or self-care; it adds to it. This pioneering new category expands beyond what we believe we know about the wellness space. Wellness in supplements has been defined by greens drinks, mushroom coffee and gut health. But those don’t touch on the importance of dopamine, for example. […]
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October 10th, 2022
There’s a brand new category in the world of wellness called the Best Self category. It’s a broader yet direct approach to the wellness culture that doesn’t assume things. It wants better and more of what individuals want for themselves. It’s called Best Self because it does not define what someone’s best is. Additionally, it’s […]
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August 30th, 2022
The combination of Teacrine® and Dynamine™ has had a winning record for a few years. This is true for vigilance and attenuation but the latest study on the effects of the combination of TeaCrine® and Dynamine™ on mental acuity and focus adds to the series of wins for this proven combination. Dr. Shawn Arent […]
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July 14th, 2022
The cognitive supplement category is only growing. With things like nootropics and the success of data findings in TeaCrine® and Dynamine™, it is only a matter of time before nearly everyone who seeks to gain energy, mood, motivation and, more recently, focus lean into the benefits and away from the reservations of what what their […]
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March 17th, 2022
Whether you’re a biohacker, gamer, WFH professional, or formulator, this guide will help you dial in the perfect combination of energy, mood and focus with TeaCrine® and Dynamine™. What is TeaCrine®? TeaCrine® is a patented compound derived from the kucha tea leaf that delivers energy, mood, motivation and focus. TeaCrine® is ideal for anyone looking […]
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March 17th, 2022
This is one question we get asked frequently – What are the differences between Dynamine™ and TeaCrine®? Let’s take a look at Dynamine™ vs. TeaCrine®. What is TeaCrine®? Theacrine (1,3,7,9-tetramethyluric acid) is a chemical cousin of caffeine that provides long-lasting energy, mood, and focus to complement the immediate, sharp energy infusion supplied by caffeine. TeaCrine® […]
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March 4th, 2022
What is Mental Stamina? A new gaming study reveals that a combination of TeaCrine®, Dynamine™ and caffeine was superior to caffeine-alone. The combination increased mental performance (mental stamina) without increasing anxiety observed in the caffeine-only group. This new research demonstrated that elite gamers who pull long gaming marathons can remain vigilant and focused without the […]
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November 2nd, 2021
We don’t want to brag but we did just conduct a seminal gaming study leveraging AIM Lab, created by Statespace. The study concluded that supplementation with 75mg Dynamine™ and 50mg of TeaCrine® amplified key aspects of cognitive control, and greater consistency in reaction time when added to a moderate 125mg dose of caffeine (about an […]
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June 28th, 2021
Developing innovative products for the gaming market just got easier with the release of compelling new supplementation data on esports athletes. Our new study, published in the Journal of Exercise and Nutrition, sought to measure how supplementing with specific ingredient combinations, including popular nootropic ingredients TeaCrine® and Dynamine™, would impact eports athletes’ performance in FPS/IPS […]
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March 22nd, 2021
Spoiler alert: not more sugar. We’ve all seen Liquid IV crush it, and then inspire numerous copycats. Those like Gatorade, Nuun and Ultima have been here all along, but Liquid IV seems to have taken the hydration category to new highs. By the look of recent sales, you would have thought our country was ravaged […]
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January 26th, 2021
From anti-stress to pro-mood Plus, add a little energy and focus! We can make stress products not only anti-stress but also pro-energy, mood and focus. While we typically think of stress as “bad”, the reality is that some stress can be positive (e.g. resistance training, HIIT, athletic competition, etc.), as well as necessary. Exposure to […]
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September 15th, 2020
Keto is one of the hottest trends in the health, fitness, and nutrition world right now. Whether you’re an athlete trying to optimize your performance or just someone trying to lose some weight and improve your health markers, the Keto Diet can be beneficial. Our series, CSI Tasting Room, aims to look at different formulas and […]
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September 15th, 2020
Nootropics are currently one of the hottest categories in the sports nutrition world. Whether you’re training, gaming, studying, or working, nootropics can benefit a wide range of consumers with enhanced energy, mood, and focus. Our series, CSI Tasting Room, aims to look at different formulas and products and dive deeper. We examine what makes a product innovative, […]
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July 21st, 2020
There is always space for a great pre-workout. Innovation in this category is one of the most dynamic in all of dietary supplements. Is the consumer hardcore and a “stim junkie,” or more active lifestyle? Read on for insider tips on how to formulate a pre-workout and how to differentiate with new ingredients at effective […]
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March 11th, 2020
Dynamine™’s (methylliberine) safety profile and regulatory compliance — combined with its sensory experience — are unmatched in the energy, mood and focus categories and has many potential applications such as: Energy drinks Pre-workouts Gaming formulas Nootropics Fat-burners Dynamine™ – New Research CSI and a university research partner have concluded a landmark clinical study demonstrating the […]
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January 7th, 2020
Proper nutrition is critical to an athlete’s performance, focus, stamina, and recovery. Field sport athletes have known about the importance of a proper diet for decades, but only recently has the same attention been given to the eating habits of eSports athletes, or nutrition in gaming. While much debate has raged over whether gamers really […]
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