Is considered to be a type of dementia, or decline in intellectual function. The growing number of people living into their 80's and 90's are evolving into a population of people who suffer from significant loss of memory, thought, and language. It is estimated that 50% of Alzheimer's patients may be mis-diagnosed. No matter what the cause, vascular insufficiency, etc., it is best to treat Alzheimer's as if it were both vascular insufficiency and Alzheimer's. In the elderly, mental function seems to be directly related to nutritional status. Niacin may protect against Alzheimer's but the evidence is strongest for niacin-rich foods such as avocados, beans, dates, figs and prunes, lean meat, fish, poultry, peas, peanuts whole grain products and omega-3-enriched eggs.
Ginkgo Biloba Extract - 60 mg
Phosphatidyl Choline
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OptiBerry* Essence
Multiple blend of standardized Berry Extracts. Each naturally rich in Biologically-Active Anthocyanins for potent Antioxidant power! Nutritive components from fruits and vegetables, health-building anthocyanins provide their pigmentation (color) and are powerful natural antioxidants. Optiberry* is a standardized extract formulated for optimum potency and anti-angiogenic properties. Promotes healthy brain function.
Each easy-to-take capsule contains Optiberry* Proprietary Blend: Wild Blueberry Extract, Strawberry Concentrate, Cranberry Concentrate, Bilberry Extract, Elderberry Extract and Raspberry Powder providing the natural antioxidant-rich flavonoids and powerful phytochemicals: anthocyanins malvidin, cynidin, delphindin and petundin in biologically active ratios. Citrus Bioflavonoids - 100mg.
Carnitine is central to the body's ability to turn food into energy, especially fat. Increased levels of Carnitine in tissues leads to increased fat burning. Energy at the cellular level enhances the immune function, increases the body's ability to remove toxic and potentially disease causing compounds and helps cells live longer.
Each capsule contains 250 mg of L-Carnitine, a powerful supplement for your daily nutritional regimen.
REMEMBER: If taking thyroid or antiseizure medications, do not take except under a physician's supervision.
REMEMBER: If taking a blood thinning medication such as coumadin and aspirin use might increase the risk of bleeding. Do not take with high amounts of garlic and Vitamin E that might lead to bleeding problems. If taking calcium channel blockers, Ginkgo may reduce effectiveness.
This widely praised herb supplies naturally-active Ginkgo flavoglycosides (flavonoids and co-factors) balanced by nature. Ginkgo research suggests that these complex flavonoids play an important role in improving the body's vascular system.
Traditionally know as an anti-microbial agent. New research has shown a profound activity on brain functions and cerebral circulation. Clinically it is proving effective in a range of vascular disorders.
Improves blood circulation to the brain, improving peripheral blood circulation, coldness, tinnitus, Alzheimer's and senility, to improve one's mood and socialability, Raynaud's disease, arthritic and rheumatic problems, arteriosclerosis, eye weakness caused by poor circulation, vertigo, anxiety and tension, lung and bronchial congestion.
This highest quality pure Ginko leaf contains no extracts, no solvents and no alcohol is encapsulated in easy to take soft gelatin capsules.
REMEMBER: If taking a blood thinning medication such as coumadin and aspirin use might increase the risk of bleeding. Do not take with high amounts of garlic and Vitamin E that might lead to bleeding problems. If taking calcium channel blockers, Ginkgo may reduce effectiveness.
Disclaimer - These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Niacin (B-3) 100 mg
Niacin is needed for proper circulation and healthy skin. It has a wide spectrum of functions, including energy production, cholesterol metabolism, sex hormone synthesis and good digestion. Niacin is essential for fat metabolism and may protect against Alzheimer's.
Folic acid has been shown in clinical trials to have a multitude of important health benefits, including reducing the risks of colon and ovarian tumors, heart attack and stroke, and significantly reducing the risk of birth defects known as neural tube defects (spina bifida and other similar types of conditions).
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Research: This important study was based on nutritional and dietary information collected from 579 people, ages 60 and older that showed no sign of Alzheimer's disease. The subjects in the study were instructed to maintain specific records of food consumed during a typical week and indicated whether or not they were taking supplements that contined Folic Acid (Folate). Researches recorded this data over a period of 10 years.
Results: During the 10-year period, 57 people (nearly 10% of the total group) developed Alzheimer's disease. Researchers determined those people who were regularly getting at least 400 micrograms of Folic Acid per day had 55% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease than thos who were consuming less than that amount. The reasearches also concluded that most of the subjects were able to achieve a minimum of 400 micrograms (or more) by taking nutritional supplements containing Folic Acid,. . . September 27, 2005
Folic Acid Lowers Risk of Alzheimer's Disease...Reference: "Alzheimer's and Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association" July 2005;1(1)
The foods you eat have a direct effect on your brain. Some foods improve your ability to concentrate. Others aid memory and facilitate the ability to solve problems. Still other generate hormones that stabilize mood and enhance concentration.
The best Brain Nutrients and the Foods that Contain them:
CHOLINE: Choline is related to the B vitamins. It is converted in the brain into acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter linked to memory and cognitive function. You should make every effort to get adequate choline as you get older because the level of the enzyme needed to produce it, N-acetyltransferase, declines as we age. People with Alzheimer's disease have been found to have significantly reduced levels of acetylcholine. Adequate dietary amounts are essential for normal brain function and may play a role in preserving brain function in people with Alzheimer's and other neurological diseases.
DietaryRecommendations: One or more servings of high choline foods - egg yolks, dairy, soy, beef, liver, wheat germ, oatmeal, brown rice, peanuts and rice.
VITAMIN B12: Vitamin B12 is used to produce a component of nerve cells. Deficiency can cause impaired transmission of nerve signals as well as declines in memory and other cognitive functions. B12 inhibits activity of monoamine oxidase (MAO), an enzyme that breaks down brain chemicals. Alzheimer's patients are given supplemental B12 have improved memory and communication skills. Dietary Recommendations: Two to three servings weekly of B12-rich liver, red meat, eggs or dairy. Everyone should take a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement for insurance. People who follow a strict vegan diet (no animal foods) should also supplement B12 daily. Ask your doctor to check your blood level of vitamin B12 if you're experiencing memory problems.
AMINO ACIDS: The brain is almost completely regulated by amino acids, the building blocks of protein. Supplemental amounts ay offer addition protection: tyrosine (involved in alertness), phenylalanine (link to memory) and methionine (involved in motivation and focus). Dietary Recommendations: 45 to 75 grams of dietary protein daily-about three servings. Protein from animal foods, such as beef, chicken, fish and dairy, are complete and contain all the necessary amino acids. Vegetable proteins (with the exception of soy) don't contain all of the essential amino acids. Vegetarians should eat a variety of high-protein foods daily, such as combining nuts with legumes, to achieve the proper levels.
FOLIC ACID:The B vitamin, folic acid, appears to affect brain function. One study found that older adults with dementia or other mental disorders were three times more likely than normal adults to have lower levels of folic acid. Deficiences of folic acid have neen linked with declines in memory and abstract thinking ability. Dietary Recommendations: Along with a multivitamin, eat two servings daily of foods high in folic acid - asparagus, leafy green vegetables, lentils, wheat, fortified cereals, meat and broccoli. As little as 200 mcg of folic acid has been shown to improve mood and relieve depression and fatique in healthy older people.
VITAMIN C: The brain and adrenal glands are the body's main repositories of vitamin C. Because the adrenal glands produce stress-related hormones, it is suspected that vitamin C may play a role in modulating physical and emotional stress. Stress elevates levels of the hormone cortisol, which can eventually damage cels in the hippocampus, the part of the brain involved in memory. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that can minimize physical stress to brain tissue caused by such factors as smoking, alcohol consumption and air pollution. Vitamin C assists in the production of neurotransmitters and in the processing of glucose, the brain's primary fuel. One study found that people with low levels of vitamin C scored lower on memory tests than those with normal levels. Dietary Recommendations: Two daily servings of vitamin C-rich foods - which include citrus fruits and juices, tomatoes, strawberries and potatoes.
COMPLEX CARBOHYDRATES: The brain depends almost entirely on glucose - derived from the breakdown of carbohydrates - for energy. Glucose provides the energy that the brain needs for concentration and othe cognitive functions, and it has been shown to enhance memory and improve performance on standardized tests. Recommendations: Avoid sugar. Get glocose from complex carbohydrates, such as whole grain, legumes, fruits and vegetables. About half half of our daily caloric intake should come from these foods. Caution: A diet high in simple sugars (from pastries, soft drinks, candy, etc.) triggers hormonal changes that cause drops in blood glucose - this increases fatique and impairs memory and concentration. Stroke patients with excessive blood sugar suffer more nerve and brain damage than those with lower levels....Novemer 5, 2005
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St. John's Wort (Extract)
St. John's Wort is a nutritional supplement that naturally complements the active teenager. Don't expect instant results! St. John's Wort takes longer than prescription anti-depressants to reach its optimum effectiveness-as long as six weeks if used daily. Don't mix with other psychoactive drugs.
A series of recent double-blind, placebo-controlled studies indicate that the extract was as effective as prescription anti-depressants but had far fewer side effects and cost far less than prescription drugs.
Each easy-to-take capsule contains 450 mg of freshly extracted powder and encapsulated to the most exacting standards of potency, purity and efficacy without the addition of sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, fillers, binders or excipients.
REMEMBER: Consult with your physician if taking a blood thinning medication such as coumadin and aspirin use might increase the risk of bleeding, also, do not combine with prescription anti-depressants.
Terpene lactones are found in the leaves of the Ginkgo Biloba tree. These phytochemicals are responsible for the beneficial effects and actions of Ginkgo Biloba extract. The biochemically-friendly extraction process ensures that the important Ginkgolides A, B, C and Bilobalide potencies are maintained at their highest levels. Health benefits derived from this unique extract formulaton include improved circulation to the extemities. A potent vasodilator, Ginkgo allows more oxygen to the brain, enhancing mental acuity and performance. Known to help fight some forms of depression.
This highest quality Ginkgo supplement is encapsulated in easy to take soft gelatin capsules in a base containing Rice Bran Oil, Carob Extract and Lecithin.
Involved in Fat Metabolism, Energy Production and Muscle Utilization
Replenish Vital Multiple Fruit Nutrients, Especially Important for Dieters
Choline is an important constituent of all cell membranes,so it has functions in virtually every bodily system. It participates in lipid (fat) transport in the body and may reduce accumulation of fat in the liver. Choline also plays a vital role in brain development, liver function and cardiovascular health.
Choline is most often recommended as Phosphatidyl Choline for optimal health benefits as a dietary supplement. It provides valuable nutritional support in the following areas:
Treating memory or impairment. Many nutritionally oriented doctors consider Phosphatidyl Choline a valuable nerve building nutrient that might be able to help slow or reverse memory loss. As a phosphalipid (a fat soluable substance) this nutrient serves as a major structural component of brain cells.
Perhaps even more important, Phosphatidyl Choline plays a key role in supplying sufficient choline to the brain, where it is used to manufacture the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Levels of acetlycholine are known to dwindle with age and this decline is associated with age-related memory impairment.
Protecting the liver from alcohol abuse and hepititis. Phosphatidyl Choline is believed to speed the flow of fats and cholesterol through the liver, prevent the build-up of fats within the liver, and assist the liver in eliminating dangerous toxins from the body.
Preventing gallstones... Low levels of Lecithin, an important consituent of the fat digestion substance known as bile, Phosphatidyl Choline may help to avert painfull gallstones.
