Not exact matches
Studying mice, investigators from Washington University School
of Medicine in St. Louis showed that a specific energy source called NAD is important in cells responsible for
maintaining the overall structure
of the
brain and for performing complex
cognitive functions.
While the Go, Glow and Grow food groups in the diet proved to be vital in everyday meal plans, it is
of equivalent importance that the
brain receives the same supply
of nutrients to
maintain and perhaps enhance *
cognitive functions.
The recommended daily intake
of omega - 3 is 3 grams, and its benefits range from lowering triglycerides and blood pressure, decreasing the risk
of cardiovascular diseases and reducing chronic inflammation to
maintaining the
brain's health and improving
cognitive functioning.
Citicoline assists the operation
of brain cells, allows for maintenance
of optimal memory
function, and helps
maintain cognitive ability with age.
In particular, anthocyanin the antioxidant pigment that gives these foods their indigo shades has been linked to
maintaining long - term
brain health, extending the sharpness
of memory and overall
cognitive functioning that tend to decline with age.
It began with a shocking revelation: «Stephen Hawking credits his ability to
function and
maintain focus on such a high level to a certain set
of «smart drugs» that enhance
cognitive brain function and neural connectivity while strengthening the prefrontal cortex and boosting memory recall.»