Jan 22
Phosphatidyl Serine is a phospholipid component that is an important nutrient for healthy brain function. It is believed to be beneficial for improving memory, learning, concentration, coordination and mood.
Rhodiola Rosea: The “Wonder Herb”
Dry roots of Rhodiola rosea
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Formulating with Rhodiola Rosea Extract 3% Rosavins: Possible Combinations
Rarely do we find an herb that provides a quick mental and physiological boost of energy along with a multitude of other health benefits. Historically, this “wonder herb” was found in the Eastern Mountains of Siberia. In traditional folk medicine Rhodiola was used to increase physical endurance, work productivity, longevity, and resistance to sickness, fatigue, depression, impotence, gastrointestinal ailments, and nervous system disorders. Rhodiola rosea roots were given to couples prior to marriage to enhance fertility.
Rhodiola Rosea extract has been shown to boost stamina, reduce exhaustion and accelerate recovery processes during and after strenuous physical activity. This powerful herb has also been shown to stimulate muscle energy by way of increasing glycogen and protein synthesis. It also may help fight fatigue and improve concentration and focus, activate the fat burning processes and mobilizes fat cells from adipose tissue to the natural fat burning system of your body for weight reduction. It has also been shown to substantially aid erectile dysfunction, stop premature ejaculation and normalize prostatic fluid. For women it has been shown to help improve libido, stamina and mood.
Strategic Approach to Memory Support: Adding a Vitamin B Complex to Cognitive & Mood Support Formulations
Adding a Vitamin B Complex, along with dietary staples Vitamin C, D and Folic Acid will surely add fuel to the efficacy and marketability of a Cognitive Support formula. Low cost and pragmatic, this can be a great way to better substantiate health claims alluding to better cognitive function with research that may already exist in the public domain. Here is a basic example of an effective vitamin combination that leaves enough space in the capsule, tablet or drink mix serving for a robust herbal or specialty nutraceutical component.
| Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) | 100 mg | 167% |
| Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) | 80 IU | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 (as Thiamine HCI) | 12 mg | 800% |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 5 mg | 294% |
| Niacin (as Niaciniamide) | 15 mg | 75% |
| Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCI) | 10 mg | 500% |
| Folic Acid | 80 mcg | 20% |
| Vitamin B12 (as Cyanocobalamin) | 50 mcg | 833% |
Top Ingredients for Cognitive and Mood Support:
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