Brain and Memory Support

What types of modern health supplements, or foods, are currently being used for brain and memory support? I was asked this question recently, and it was not the first time either. I’ll tell you about the best online sources for brain supplements at the end of this article, but first let’s look at the issue of looking after your brain.



Eventually, everyone stops worrying about their body mass index, their wrinkles and their cholesterol, and starts thinking about how to improve or supplement their diet to support their most important organ of all, their brain. Intelligence, intellect and a good memory are the foundations of a successful and happy life, and attention to the needs of your brain will pay you back handsomely.



For just this reason, in recent years there has been a huge rush of new products which focus on nutritional support for the brain. Currently, over the counter or non-prescription supplements for the brain are designed to help in the following areas.



Improving memory and restoring neuronal function

Supplements here would include things like blueberry extract and pomegranate extract.



Support and protection for neuronal cell membranes and neurotransmitters

Dietary supplements here would probably include blueberry, ginger, rosemary and grapeseed extract.



Support for the regeneration of brain axons and dendrites

Many new supplements supposed to help here contain the Indian herb Ashwagandha.



Antioxidant effects

Again, any thing with blueberry extract will be effective.



Neurite growth stimulation

Acetyl Carnitine - many human and animal studies demonstrate the many beneficial mechanisms that this exerts in the brain.



Brain cell membrane integrity, lessening of dementia risks

Phosphatidylserine (PS) has been claimed to preserve synaptic plasticity.



Brain cell membrane support

Walnuts contain omega-3 fats, which are an essential component of cell membranes. Another good source is flax seeds. The brain also need omega-6 fatty acids, which are obtained from evening primrose, blackcurrant seed oil and borage (as well as eggs and dairy products).



Brain metabolism support

CDP-choline activates the synthesis of critical components in cell membranes .



Brain cell membrane support and repair

DMAE Bitartrate is supposed to help in this area.