Category: Conditions

A recent issue of Neurology suggested an association between insufficient vitamin B12 serum markers and reduced brain volume and cognitive function.

Following a diet that excludes or restricts eggs, meats, cheese, and other sources of cholesterol and saturated fats may not be so healthy for the brain. Such diets can lead to shortages of two essential nutrients, choline (as alpha-glycerylphosphorylcholine) and serine (as phosphatidylserine), required by the brain to manufacture memory-related …

Green tea and green tea extract will both help with cognitive impairment and when taken with L-theanine supplements may improve metal alertness and cognition even more.

Iodine is an essential nutrient and may protect your hormone-sensitive organs from estrogen as well as helps to maintain proper thyroid function. Any insufficiency in thyroid function can also lead to cognitive impairment and memory loss. Unfortunately iodine is scarce in nature so supplementing with iodine may be the best …

Intellectual stimulation, regular physical exercise, following a Mediterranean type diet, and taking supplements can all help to maintain optimal brain function throughout your life. Oxidative stress and inflammation are the two primary processes that lead to neurodegeneration and can be limited by taking an antioxidant-rich multivitamin and fish oil supplements. …

Anthocyanins, bio-active compounds found in dark berries, have been found to be beneficial in preventing a variety of diseases of aging such as cognitive decline, heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

Cocoa is a rich source of antioxidants and contains flavanols such as catechin and epicatechin that may reduce blood pressure and improve blood flow which can lead to improved cardiovascular health, cognitive function, memory and mood.  Dark chocolate containing at least 70% cocoa or whole roasted cocoa beans both provide …

Pycnogenol, a blend of nutrients extracted from the bark of the French Maritime pine, provides a number of health benefits including heart and circulation health, youthful skin, flexible joints, blood glucose control, sports endurance, mental function and good vision.

If you’re looking to help your child’s cognitive function, you may want to look into DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) supplementation. Research has shown higher DHA blood levels to improve listening comprehension and vocabulary.

Supplemental essential fatty acids may help children with attention deficit disorder (ADD), hyperactivity, or learning disabilities by improving their behavior and cognitive function. Eliminating sugar, refined carbohydrates, and any food allergies may also help.