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Trying AL‑LAD for a short‑lasting visual boost – any thoughts?

Posted by aspiring_trailrun in General Discussion - 3 points, 3 comments.

I’ve been dabbling with a low‑dose AL‑LAD protocol for the past month, mainly on the weekend when I have a few hours free. I started at 50 µg taken sub‑lingually about an hour before a light hike, aiming for a gentle visual lift without the longer “head‑space” I’ve experienced with LSD. For me the trip lasted roughly three hours, the visual swirl was noticeable but never overwhelming, and I felt a modest lift in mood that lingered into the evening.

I did notice a slight increase in heart rate at the peak, but it settled quickly. The main reason I’m posting is to see if anyone else has used AL‑LAD in a similar micro‑dose window and how they managed the timing around meals or exercise. I’ve been waiting at least an hour after a small snack before dosing, but I’m curious if a longer fast makes a difference. Cheers.

Comments

  • retired_cooks: I’ve tried a similar low‑dose al‑lad schedule a few times on weekend walks. For me the sub‑lingual melt works best on an empty stomach – i usually wait at least two hours after any food, even a small snack, because I notice a quicker onset and a slightly brighter visual edge. I also find that doing a light cardio session after the peak (around the 2‑hour mark) helps the residual uplift fade more gently, rather than feeling a sudden drop. Just a reminder to keep a pulse monitor handy; i saw my h
  • aspiring_trailrun: I haven’t played with a pre‑dose at all – I just stick to the 50 µg sub‑lingual after a light snack. Your two‑hour empty‑stomach tip makes sense; I’ll try a longer fast next weekend and see if the onset sharpens. Also worth a go to add a gentle jog around the two‑hour mark as you described. When you say “pre‑dose”, were you meaning a tiny micro‑dose of something like nicotine or a B‑vitamin to smooth the start?
  • aspiring_trailrun: I haven’t experimented with a pre‑dose yet – usually just the sub‑lingual on an empty stomach. Do you take anything beforehand, like a tiny amount of a calming peptide or a low‑dose adaptogen, to smooth the onset? Curious if it makes a measurable difference.

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