Is Your Cognitive Health Keeping Pace?
Let’s do a quick brain check!
Do you often find yourself forgetting little details like where you put your phone or the important points from a meeting? Or maybe you struggle to stay focused after long hours of work or study, and find it harder to think clearly or make decisions when stress builds up? If you said yes to any of these, it might be time to give your brain the extra support it deserves.
Support cognition with Ginkgo and Bacopa
Bacopa and Ginkgo have demonstrated positive effects on cognitive performance [1,2]. In a gold-standard clinical trial, participants taking a combination of Bacopa, Ginkgo, and phosphatidylserine for six months scored higher on memory, focus, and problem-solving tests compared to those on a placebo. The improvements were seen on multiple cognitive assessments (Figure 1) [3], suggesting this combination may support cognitive performance in daily life.
Figure 1. Scores of neuropsychological tests at baseline and after 6 months in the active treated group [3].
Figure 2. The physiological roles of zinc [6].
Your brain is your most powerful tool and providing it the right support may help you unlock its full potential. Give your brain the nourishment it deserves, and watch it thrive!
Support brain capacity with Fish Oil
Is your mind as sharp as it used to be? A study by the American Academy of Neurology reported that insufficient intake of fish oil may accelerate brain aging. Individuals with lower levels of DHA were found to have reduced brain volume and performed worse on memory and cognitive assessments. Rich in DHA, fish oil serves as a critical nutrient for maintaining brain health [4].
Support focus with Zinc
When your brain needs to stay concentrated and precise, zinc steps in. It helps maintain efficient communication within the brain by regulating the receptors that influence how signals are sent between nerve cells [5]. Zinc’s broad range of functions highlights its essential role in both mental performance and overall health (Figure 2) [6].
Resources
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[3] Giugliano G, Salemme A, De Longis S, Perrotta M, D’Angelosante V, Landolfi A, et al. Effects of a new nutraceutical combination on cognitive function in hypertensive patients. Immunity & Ageing. 2018 Feb 7;15(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12979-017-0113-4
[4] Low levels of omega-3 fatty acids may cause memory problems. American Academy of Neurology: Neurology Resources | AAN. 2012 Feb 12. https://www.aan.com/PressRoom/Home/PressRelease/1045
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[6] Li Z, Liu Y, Wei R, Yong VW, Xue M. The important role of zinc in neurological diseases. Biomolecules. 2022 Dec 23;13(1):28. https://doi.org/10.3390/biom13010028