Can Brain Supplements Improve Your Mood?
Evidence continues to support that brain supplements improve our mood, mental health, and cognition. In one study, Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E were linked to improvements in mood and a decrease in symptoms of mental illness. The Memory Health supplement contains both of these ingredients and has been proven to positively affect mood and cognition.
Omega-3s can improve mental health symptoms
Omega-3 fatty acids are extremely important in the development of the central nervous system, particularly the brain. These fatty acids are also critical for maintaining mental health in children and adults, as low levels of omega-3s are often associated with an increased likelihood of bipolar disorder and depression.
A recent study found that adults who took omega-3 supplements for six months experienced an improvement in their depressive symptoms. A 2009 review of three studies found that omega-3s are an effective treatment for multiple types of depression. In these studies, omegas-3 supplements were used to treat recurrent major depression in adults, major depression in children, and bipolar depression. Those who took the supplements experienced a significant improvement compared to those who took the placebo.
Vitamin E can alleviate anxiety and depression
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties. High levels of free radicals in the body can lead to oxidative stress which has been linked to a variety of health problems including anxiety disorders and depression, but antioxidants have been shown to be beneficial for treating anxiety.
Research has also shown that low levels of vitamin E may be linked to depression and anxiety. For example, in a recent randomized and controlled study, vitamin E supplements were linked to decreased depression symptoms.
Lutein and Zeaxanthin help reduce stress
Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids which, when ingested, become concentrated in the eyes and brain. These powerful antioxidants reduce oxidative stress and help reduce inflammation in the brain.
Researchers recently discovered that lutein and zeaxanthin may help reduce stress levels and serum cortisol. This study found that the groups who took a daily lutein and zeaxanthin supplement exhibited significantly lower cortisol levels than the placebo group.
Overall, the supplement was linked to “significantly improved psychological stress, cortisol levels, and measures of emotional and physical health” compared to the placebo group after six months.
Memory Health provides the perfect formula
The Memory Health supplement contains lutein and zeaxanthin with omega-3s and vitamin E. While you can purchase each of these ingredients as individual supplements, that can get expensive quickly and can result in ineffective dosing. In the end, you may not be combining and consuming the optimal amount of each nutrient to effectively improve your mood and stress levels.
Memory Health was developed by leading scientists who have studied the role of nutrition in brain health for 15 years. These ingredients were chosen and tested to improve cognitive function and independent studies have proven their effectiveness.
We take the guesswork out of getting the right amount of these critical brain health supplements daily, so you get a precise, scientifically-proven amount of each of the ingredients you need for optimal brain health, delivered to your door every month.
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