Improving mental function

Ginkgo increases circulation of the brain; increases oxygenation of the brain; improves mental function, memory and concentration. Take 120-240 mg of standardized ginkgo extract daily, containing 24% of flavone glycosides, in divided doses, for many months.

Asian ginseng improves mental function, memory, concentration and attention. Take 1-3 g of dried Asian ginseng root or 150-450 mg of standardized Asian ginseng root extract containing 5-7% of ginsenosides daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

Bacopa improves mental functions, memory and concentration. Take standardized bacopa daily, containing 250-500 mg of baccosides, in divided doses, for many months.

Citicoline improves mental functions; boosts brain metabolism; improves memory; improves concentration. Take 0.25-1.25 g of citicoline daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Phosphatidylserine improves mental function, memory, concentration and attention. Take 200-600 mg of phosphatidylserine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Acetyl carnitine is an acetylcholine precursor; improves acetylcholine production, memory, attention, mental alertness, mental fatigue and mental function. Take 1-3 g of acetyl carnitine daily, in divided doses, for many months.

American ginseng improves mental function, memory, concentration and attention. Take 1.5-3.0 g of dried American ginseng root daily, in divided doses, for many weeks.

DHA is an omega 3 fatty acid; nourishes nerves; improves brain function, mental function and memory. Take 0.5-1.5 g of DHA daily, in divided doses, for many months.

Guarana contains caffeine; it is a stimulant; improves mental function. Take guarana daily, containing 100-200 mg of caffeine, in divided doses, for many months.

Huperzine A is an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor; blocks the breakdown of acetylcholine; improves mental function, memory and concentration. Take 200-600 mcg of Huperzine A daily, in divided doses, for many months.