Space Cadets Product Design Report (September 1998)

Morning Glory (Ipomoea violacea)

This is the main active ingredient in both the Druids Fantasy and Space Cadets, and is one of the few truly hallucinogenic substances that remain without legal controls. The main reason for its continued legal status is that it is an extremely popular and attractive plant.

It is the seeds of this plant which contain the active constituents, and here in our products we use the seeds of the "Heavenly Blue" plant, which is the strongest variety.

The active constituents are D-Lysergic acid (which is an LSD derivative) and ergometrine. The result, primarily of the presence of the D-lysergic acid amide, is a truly LSD like experience, which can last in excess of six hours.

The experience is characterised by pleasant LSD like sensations, including changes in perception, the brightening of colours and macroscopia (size changes).

Similar to LSD and Magic Mushrooms, some slight feelings of nausea may be experienced shortly after ingestion, however these feelings pass, and we have included sirium oxilate to reduce these effects.

Persons with a history of hepatitis or other liver disorders should not take lysergic acid amides. Ergometrine has uterus-stimulating properties and should not be taken by pregnant women.

Hawaiian Baby Woodrose (Argyrha Nervosa)

This is the seeds found within round pods found on the Hawaiian Baby Woodrose plant, a climbing plant found in Asian and Hawaiian forests.

Its active constituent is D-Lysergic acid amine, which like the D-Lysergic acid amide found in the Morning Glory, is a powerful LSD like hallucinogen. It also contains other similar LSA compounds, although in a lesser concentration.

It provides an LSD like experience, punctuated by extreme lethargy, and tranquil feelings, that can last up more than 12 hours.

Once again this should not be taken by pregnant women or anyone with a history of liver disorders.

GABA [Gamma Amino Butyric Acid]

GABA is again a naturally occurring amino acid. It is found in both the brain and the body. It is one of a class of inhibitory neurotransmitters that include serotonin. Although it is classed as an inhibitor rather than a stimulator its definition is only one of electrochemical activity in the brain and should not be interpreted as a downer or sedative - just the term neurotransmitter defines its ability as a natural substance that helps nerve impulses cross synapses and communicate with one another.

GABA usage will stimulate the release by the pituitary gland of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) (or Growth Hormone (GH)) which is naturally released by the body when it undergoes vigorous peak muscular exercise, during certain phases of sleep, or restricted food intake.

GH stimulates growth and repair of the body as well as the activities of the immune system. The immune system is run down by excess exercise without the proper nutrition. GH also helps the body burn fat and convert it into energy and muscle and aids in wound healing and tissue repair. GH is widely known for its powerful anabolic (muscle building) effects as well as its lipotropic (breakdown and utilisation of body fat) effects. The overall result of these effects is an increase in lean tissue mass and a decrease in body fat. Finally, stimulating naturally the levels of GH leads to greater feelings of energy and vigour.

Additionally, GABA has been shown to have positive toning effects on the nervous system, to improve sleep cycles leading to more restful sleep and more interesting lucid dreaming, to have a powerful stabilising effect on blood pressure and to be an effective analgesic (removing the perception of pain).

Many of these effects are also to be gained by other components of the supplement and are thus reinforced. The dosage is low as the components are working together and there is a natural overall effect of body stimulation leading to more energy.

Sida Cordifolia

This is the main stimulant used in space Cadets. Our highly potent sida cordifolia extract gives a stimulation of the central nervous system (CNS), similar to speed (but to a lesser extent,) along with the excitation of the peripheral nervous system, that is far greater than that associated with Speed. This peripheral activity is what gives the rushes and the tingling of the skin and hair.

The non-amphetamine nature of Sida cordifolia assures that the overall effects are markedly different from those associated with Speed and other abused Amphetamines.

Guarana (Paullinia cupana)

Guarana contains caffeine and other methylxanthines. Caffeine is a CNS stimulants. The other methylxanthines (the major two being theobromine and theophylline) have similar but slightly differing effects and strengths from caffeine. Theophylline is present in smaller amounts than caffeine and is a greater diuretic, more toxic, and is less speedy although it has a stronger effect on the heart and breathing (medicinally it is used for treating asthma, bronchitis and emphysema). Theobromine is a considerably weaker stimulant than caffeine - approximately 10% - and its major effects are on the kidneys, as a diuretic, and it is practically devoid of toxicity.

There is additional information about caffeine which is also generally true for its relatives theobromine and theophylline. The use of caffeine does not produce a very strong tolerance, thus the repeated use of Guarana will produce roughly the same effect each time it is taken. Tolerance does build up but it never gets high. This fact is obvious as if there was a tolerance then the millions of coffee drinkers around the world would certainly be in lots of trouble.

Caffeine has been shown to improve the performance of people involved in stamina training. The improvements are low in order, around the 2-5% mark but these are never the less significant and this effect is of use here as a proven aid to those involved in stamina exercise ie long bouts of dancing. Also, caffeine has been shown to help in the mobilisation of fat within the body which is important for energy supply during sub-maximal exercise (stamina and hard sweating exercise) and thus can be inferred to imply a use (aid) in the process of reducing subcutaneous fat (slimming).

The hit off guarana is smooth and very pleasant with no caffeine related side effects. The reasons for this are that the percentage of caffeine is low (approx. 5%), there are numerous components present that interact with similar receptors in the body and there are more than likely several other unknown components present that effect the body in more interesting and exotic ways?

Basically guarana is a natural source of caffeine, that is, and has been used for a long time with no known addictive or harmful effects. The overall effect is stimulation and increased awareness. Balanced out with other herbs it works well.

There are also anecdotal reports that Guarana prolongs adrenaline release - stacking your adrenaline. Thus the more work you do the more the adrenaline builds up in your body. The effect is thus greater / better the more you put into it! As this sounds like a sure-fire sales pitch to me and relates to facts I have not yet been able to fully clarify, I will return to the discussion at a later time.

Additionally guarana contains saponins, starch, fats, tannins, pigments and one other important component that I have not touched upon which is choline.

Space Cadets Experience

What is a Space Cadets experience like?

Basically it feels very much like Magic Mushrooms.

Typically you will experience:

• feeling very giggly
• a surreal hallucinogenic experience
• no paranoia
• euphoria,
• extra energy and physical stimulation
• mild feelings of nausea are fairly common, after initial ingestion

How many do you need to take?

Space Cadets are packaged in six capsule doses (four capsule high strength capsules in Holland) - this is one very decent dose for one person

two capsule will provide a noticeable change in perception, but for a stronger, fuller, drug like experience, six capsules are recommended.

The more capsules you take the stronger the effect, however you are very unlikely to need any more than 12 at the most.

What is the best way to take them?

Swallowed with a drink (or emptied into a drink for those who do not like swallowing capsules.)

Since sometimes nausea can be felt if too many Space Cadets are taken in one go, we recommend that you start by taking two capsules - then wait 30 minutes, and take another two capsules, and so on until the desired state is achieved.

How long do they last?

Generally a six capsule dose will give an experience lasting 6-12 hours. Further capsules taken following the first dose will prolong the high.

How do you feel the following day?

There is little or no comedown, and the following day you should feel quite revitalized.

Is it OK to mix them with Alcohol and other drugs?

They do not react badly with alcohol for most people, however for some people who have a sensitive stomach, alcohol if drunk in large quantities can aggravate the nausea they may experience.

Whilst we cannot condone the taking of illegal recreational drugs, we can say that they should not react in an adverse way when taken in conjunction with Space Cadets, but we do not recommend it.

Any particular Cautions regarding Space Cadets?

Space Cadets should never be taken whilst pregnant. You should not take if you suffer from any adverse heart condition, or if you are using any MAO inhibiting medicines. As a safer, but more general recommendation you should not take these if you are suffering any diagnosed medical condition, or if you are taking any medicines, without first consulting your medical practitioner. Extra cautionary information is available.

Space Cadets Quotes

The following are a few choice quotes from people who have tried Space Cadets: