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The Neuroscience Performance Protocol

Cognitivebeginner 12 weeks (cycling compounds), foundational stack ongoing$220–$380 AUD / month

Andrew Huberman's publicly documented protocol is one of the most detailed and research-cited supplement routines in the world. This ProtocolHub implementation adapts his stack for the Australian context — using TGA-compliant sourcing for all compounds — and adds an optional GH secretagogue layer (Ipamorelin + CJC-1295) for those who want to go beyond the supplement baseline. Huberman has discussed GH secretagogues extensively with guests on his podcast, including longevity physician Dr. Craig Koniver. The foundational steps require no prescription. Step 5 requires an AHPRA-registered prescriber.

Inspired by

Andrew Huberman, PhD

Stanford Neuroscientist & Host, Huberman Lab Podcast

This protocol is based on Andrew Huberman's publicly documented supplement routine, shared across his podcast and published interviews. Dr. Huberman has not endorsed ProtocolHub or reviewed this content.

What's in this stack

1

NMN

1,000 mg · Once daily

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Timing: Morning, with water — before food

Huberman takes 1–2 g/day. Start at 500 mg for the first 2 weeks. Available without prescription at Australian pharmacies and supplement retailers.

2

Tongkat Ali

400 mg · Once daily

Timing: Morning with food

Huberman's primary testosterone support compound. Research shows up to 37% testosterone increase in men with low-normal levels. Cycle 8 weeks on / 2 weeks off. Available OTC in Australia.

3

Omega-3 EPA/DHA

2–3 g combined EPA/DHA · Once daily

Timing: With your largest meal

One of Huberman's most consistent long-term supplements. Target an EPA:DHA ratio of approximately 2:1. Check blood omega-3 index after 8 weeks — target above 8%.

4

Magnesium L-Threonate + Apigenin + L-Theanine

145 mg Mg L-Threonate / 50 mg Apigenin / 200 mg L-Theanine · Once nightly

Timing: 30–60 minutes before sleep

Huberman's complete sleep stack. Magnesium L-Threonate crosses the blood-brain barrier. Apigenin promotes sleepiness by binding GABA receptors. L-Theanine promotes relaxation without sedation. Start with just the magnesium; add the others individually.

5

Ipamorelin + CJC-1295

Prescription required

100–200 mcg each peptide · Once daily

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Timing: Before bed — GH pulses naturally during deep sleep; evening injection amplifies this

OPTIONAL — prescription required. This is the GH axis optimisation layer. Requires telehealth consultation with an AHPRA-registered practitioner.

Step-by-step guide

1

NMN1,000 mg Once daily

Morning, with water — before food

Huberman takes 1–2 g/day. Start at 500 mg for the first 2 weeks. Available without prescription at Australian pharmacies and supplement retailers.

2

Tongkat Ali400 mg Once daily

Morning with food

Huberman's primary testosterone support compound. Research shows up to 37% testosterone increase in men with low-normal levels. Cycle 8 weeks on / 2 weeks off. Available OTC in Australia.

3

Omega-3 EPA/DHA2–3 g combined EPA/DHA Once daily

With your largest meal

One of Huberman's most consistent long-term supplements. Target an EPA:DHA ratio of approximately 2:1. Check blood omega-3 index after 8 weeks — target above 8%.

4

Magnesium L-Threonate + Apigenin + L-Theanine145 mg Mg L-Threonate / 50 mg Apigenin / 200 mg L-Theanine Once nightly

30–60 minutes before sleep

Huberman's complete sleep stack. Magnesium L-Threonate crosses the blood-brain barrier. Apigenin promotes sleepiness by binding GABA receptors. L-Theanine promotes relaxation without sedation. Start with just the magnesium; add the others individually.

5

Ipamorelin + CJC-1295100–200 mcg each peptide Once daily

Prescription required

Before bed — GH pulses naturally during deep sleep; evening injection amplifies this

OPTIONAL — prescription required. This is the GH axis optimisation layer. Requires telehealth consultation with an AHPRA-registered practitioner.

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Your protocol timeline

See your titration schedule, expected results, and blood work dates mapped to real calendar dates.

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Dose change
Expected result
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Milestone
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Protocol starts

16 Apr 2026

Begin nootropic stack. Start sleep optimisation protocol. Establish cognitive performance baseline.

Week 0 · Start
1

Adaptation

23 Apr 2026

Initial neurochemical adaptation phase. Some users notice subtle changes in focus and clarity.

Week 1 · Milestone
2

Sleep optimisation

30 Apr 2026

Sleep quality improvements support cognitive gains. REM and deep sleep percentages should be tracked.

Week 2 · Expected result
4

Cognitive gains

14 May 2026

Sustained focus, verbal fluency, and working memory improvements typically emerge by week 4.

Week 4 · Expected result
8

Protocol assessment

11 June 2026

Assess cognitive performance against baseline. Evaluate stack efficacy and consider adjustments.

Week 8 · Blood work

Timelines are general estimates. Your prescribing practitioner will personalise your schedule.

Supplements for this protocol

Core supplements that directly support your The Neuroscience Performance Protocol.

Prescription required

All protocols listed on ProtocolHub require a prescription from an Australian AHPRA-registered medical practitioner. Do not attempt to self-prescribe or source peptides without medical supervision.

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Thrive Rx

Telehealth Clinic
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Australia's most thorough longevity and peptide clinic — blood panel first, protocol second.

$199–$599 AUD / month Australia-wide
AHPRA-registered clinicians
Comprehensive blood panel included in membership
Ongoing biomarker tracking every 6 months
Higher price point than GLP-1 only clinics
Requires full health assessment before any prescription
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Alpha Edge Clinic

Telehealth Clinic
4.7(189)

Specialist peptide therapy and body optimisation — telehealth with compounding pharmacy integration.

$250–$500 AUD / month Australia-wide
Specialist peptide focus — not a generalist clinic
Blood testing partnership with Australian Clinical Labs
BPC-157, TB-500, GH secretagogues all available
Smaller patient base — less reviewed than Thrive Rx
Blood panel is an additional cost, not included
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