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ADHD Drugs Burn Out Nerves Causing Later Life Memory Problems

The major problem with giving speed-like medication to children and adolescents in an effort to help them focus is that the substances are highly excitotoxic. Any benefit in terms of short-term cognitive improvement is traded off against long-term destruction of nerves.

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A Lack of B-vitamins May Lead to Memory Decline

We have known for decades that the B vitamins, especially B12, folic acid, and B6, are absolutely essential for normal nerve transmission and combating stress. A new study shows that a lack of B vitamins causes an imbalanced malfunction of a key regulatory enzyme that induces your brain to make excessive amounts of plaque brain tangles – the hallmark of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s.

Read More:  Alzheimer's, B Vitamins, Daily Energy Multiple Vitamin™, memory, Super B Complex

Resveratrol Boosts Brain Rejuvenation

Nutrients that activate the growth of new brain networks, which have the net result of improving brain flexibility or synaptic plasticity, are central to your brain having its own “fountain of youth.” Resveratrol is known to activate the anti-aging gene known as SIRT1 which helps keep cells alive longer. The new research shows that SIRT1, via different mechanisms, also boosts the formation of new brain networks by improving synaptic plasticity.

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Age-Related Memory Loss is Not Normal

New research demonstrates that having a “senior moment” is far from normal aging. To the contrary, milder memory loss is associated with the beginning stages of brain tangles that over the next decade can readily turn to Alzheimer’s.

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DHA Improves Cognitive Function in Older Adults

DHA, the most important omega 3 fatty acid, is essential to the healthy structure of brain cells. A new study in adults 55 and over, who were complaining of initial signs of cognitive decline, found that DHA could help improve their cognitive function.

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Vinpocetine – A Novel Brain-Boosting Nutrient

Vinpocetine is synthesized from the periwinkle plant. Since 1978 it has been used widely in Europe, Russia, and Japan due to its ability to improve blood flow to the brain. It helps protect brain cells from excitotoxic stress while boosting energy levels in the brain. A number of human studies support the use of vinpocetine to boost cognitive performance. It has recently demonstrated the ability to regulate the core inflammatory gene signal, NF-kappaB, while also working to boost the primary neurotransmitter related to memory, acetylcholine.

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Alpha GPC for Focus, Memory, and Cognitive Ability

Alpha GPC (L-alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine) is a unique form of choline that has been proven to boost attention, mental focus, memory, and cognitive ability. It helps build brain cell membranes as well as contributing to the formation of acetylcholine neurotransmitters that are vital for memory and cognitive function.

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Bacopa – A Calming Nutrient that Boosts Cognitive Function

Bacopa monniera is a traditional Ayurvedic herb used for centuries as a memory enhancing, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and relaxant. Its unique combination of memory/cognitive performance boosting function along with a calming effect make it an ideal nutrient to help maintain composure while enhancing cognitive function.

Read More:  adaptogen, Bacopa, cognitive function, memory, stress

Grape Seed Extract Rejuvenates Brain Cells

Grape seed extract is known to bolster the structural integrity of brain cells and brain cell networks, which is why it is currently in human clinical trials for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. A new study shows that grape seed extract stimulates the production of new brain cells.

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BDNF and Brain Size Boosted By Mild Aerobics in Elderly

This is the first study to show that the vital brain rejuvenation compound, BDNF, can be elevated by a 1 year walking program of 40 minutes three times per week. The elevation of BDNF reversed the typical age-associated brain shrinkage and actually added 2% in size to the key memory center in the brain called the hippocampus.

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