Performance Lab Mind Review 2026: What Happened to It (and Mind Lab Pro)

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Last checked: September 2026.

If you’ve come here looking for Performance Lab Mind, I’ve got some bad news: you can’t really buy it any more. Click the Mind product page on Performance Lab’s site and you get bounced straight to Mind Lab Pro. Try the UK store and the Mind page just comes up empty.

The good news? It’s not some random knock-off taking its place. Mind Lab Pro comes from the same stable (Opti-Nutra, the company behind Performance Lab), and it keeps everything Mind had. It just adds a lot more on top, needs two capsules instead of one, and costs a bit more. So before you hit buy, here’s what’s actually changed, whether it’s safe for coeliacs, and the bit nobody else talks about: how it might sit with IBS.

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What happened to Performance Lab Mind?

Opti-Nutra, who make Mind Lab Pro, merged with the Performance Lab line, and Mind Lab Pro now sits in the Performance Lab range. At some point after that, Mind quietly slipped out the back door. No farewell tour, no “Mind is discontinued” announcement, and I can’t find an official date for when it happened. But the old Mind listing now redirects to Mind Lab Pro, so if you try to buy Mind today, that’s what you end up with.

I’ve got a bit of history here. I used to work at Performance Lab, and I took the original Mind (along with pretty much the whole range) while I was there. My take on the brand hasn’t changed since: it’s good quality stuff, it’s not cheap, and you’re paying for that quality rather than for a fancy tub.

Mind vs Mind Lab Pro: what’s different?

Mind was a short, simple formula in one capsule. Mind Lab Pro throws a lot more in and asks for two.

	Performance Lab Mind (old)	Mind Lab Pro (current)
Serving	1 capsule a day	2 capsules a day
Citicoline (Cognizin)	250mg	250mg
Phosphatidylserine	100mg	100mg
N-acetyl L-tyrosine	300mg	175mg
Maritime pine bark extract	75mg	75mg
Extras	None	Organic Lion’s Mane (500mg), Bacopa monnieri (150mg), L-theanine (100mg), Rhodiola rosea (50mg), vitamins B6, B9 and B12
Gluten free?	Yes	Yes (also vegan and caffeine free, per the maker)
UK price	Was around £39 a bottle	Around £49 a box one-off, less on subscription or multi-buys (checked September 2026)

So Mind’s four ingredients are all still in there, three of them at exactly the same dose. The tyrosine has been cut from 300mg to 175mg, and seven extras have joined the party. Think of it as Mind with a lot more friends.

Cost-wise, a box of Mind Lab Pro is a month’s supply, so at around £49 you’re looking at roughly £1.60 a day. Mind worked out closer to £1.30. Not a huge jump, but it adds up over a year.

What’s in Mind Lab Pro, and why

Supplement labels love a big promise. “Unlock your brain’s full potential” and all that. The actual research behind most of these ingredients is smaller and messier than the marketing lets on, so here’s the plain-English version of what each one is there for, going by what the maker says.

Citicoline and phosphatidylserine: the two that carried over from Mind. Both are involved in building and maintaining brain cell membranes.
N-acetyl L-tyrosine: a building block for dopamine and noradrenaline, aimed at focus when you’re under pressure.
Maritime pine bark extract: an antioxidant, there for circulation and general brain health.
Lion’s Mane: the shaggy-looking mushroom that’s gone from obscure to everywhere in the last few years (it’s the biggest dose in the capsule, at 500mg).
Bacopa monnieri: the herb with the most memory research behind it. Worth knowing, though: a review of the evidence points to studies using 300 to 450mg a day for 12 weeks or more, and Mind Lab Pro has 150mg.
L-theanine: the calming amino acid found in tea. Often paired with caffeine, but there’s no caffeine here.
Rhodiola rosea: an adaptogen, aimed at stress and mental tiredness.
B6, B9 (folate) and B12: small doses of vitamins the brain uses.

My experience with Mind Lab Pro

I’ve taken Mind Lab Pro as well as the original Mind. Funnily enough, I didn’t think much of it at the time. It’s only looking back that I reckon it was helping my focus more than I gave it credit for.

That’s the thing with nootropics. There’s no big “whoa” moment like a strong coffee. Of course, that’s one person’s experience, not proof it’ll do the same for you.

Is Mind Lab Pro gluten free?

Yes. The maker lists it as gluten free, vegan, caffeine free and free from soy, peanuts, tree nuts and wheat. As always, check the label on the box you actually get, because formulas do change (this whole post is living proof of that!).

What about IBS?

This is the bit most reviews skip, and it’s the bit I care about most. Being gluten free is one thing. But if, like me, you’ve got IBS as well as coeliac disease, you’ll know a product can be perfectly gluten free and still leave you running for the loo.

More ingredients means more things that could disagree with you. Bacopa is the one to watch: the most common side effects reported are gut ones, including more frequent trips to the toilet, nausea and stomach cramps. Mind Lab Pro also hasn’t been tested for FODMAPs by Monash University, so nobody can tell you for sure how your gut will take it.

My advice if your gut is touchy? Start it on its own. Not the same week as a new supplement, a new food or a big change to your diet. That way, if something flares up, you know exactly who to blame.

Who should be careful with it

Speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking it if you’re on any regular medication, pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a health condition. Bacopa in particular can interact with some medicines, including thyroid medication.

And don’t expect it to fix brain fog on its own. If you’re coeliac and your head feels foggy, it’s worth ruling out the boring stuff first: accidental gluten, and things your GP can check with a blood test. There’s more on that in brain fog and stomach issues.

Where to buy it

Your best bet is buying direct from Performance Lab. A one-month box was around £49 when I checked in September 2026, with money off if you subscribe. Your first order also comes with a 30-day money-back promise, which takes a bit of the sting out of the price if it turns out not to be for you. Prices change, so check on the day.

Check the current price of Mind Lab Pro

Quick questions

Can you still buy Performance Lab Mind?

Not from Performance Lab. The product page now redirects to Mind Lab Pro. You might find old stock on third-party sites, but check the best-before date.

How many capsules of Mind Lab Pro do you take?

Two a day, compared with one for the old Mind.

Does Mind Lab Pro have caffeine in it?

No, it’s caffeine free. If you want to know how caffeine sits with coeliac disease, I’ve covered that in caffeine and coeliac disease.

Is Mind Lab Pro vegan?

Yes, according to the maker.

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Disclaimer: This content is based on my personal experience as an individual diagnosed with celiac disease and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) who follows a strict gluten-free diet. This does not constitute medical advice. Please consult a medical professional, nutritionist, or qualified dietitian for personalized, professional advice.