Supplements To Improve Brain Health & Mood
Brain health is as important as our overall body health, as our brain controls many important aspects of how our body functions and reacts to everyday life and stress. With this in mind, let's take a quick look at supplements to improve brain health and mood.
Magnesium Supplements
Magnesium is a very important mineral that plays an essential role in the body's stress response, and there is now research that suggests that magnesium supplements can be extremely beneficial to brain health.
Magnesium is concentrated in foods like seeds, beans and spinach and is necessary for a number of essential bodily functions such as energy production, enzymatic reactions, blood pressure regulation and nerve function.
Unfortunately, a lot of people don't get enough magnesium in their regular diet, which can negatively impact brain health and lead to brain fog symptoms such as difficulty concentrating. Lower levels of magnesium are most common in those who are stressed and can even increase one's susceptibility to stress.
Stress can lead to memory impairment, poor concentration and symptoms of anxiety. For these reasons, ensuring optimal magnesium levels through supplementation can help to reduce susceptibility to stress, therefore improving stress-related cognitive impairment and brain fog symptoms.
On top of this, there have been studies that have linked suboptimal magnesium levels with a reduction in cognitive function and reaction time as well as an increased risk of cognitive impairment.
In 2017, a study of 112 people with depression found that by taking 248 mg of elemental magnesium supplements daily for 6 weeks, they had significant improvements in their symptoms of depression and anxiety when compared to others in a control group.
Our best-selling magnesium products can be found listed below:
Mag365 magnesium powder is a proprietary process that provides a source of highly absorbable, effective, fast-acting water-soluble magnesium in ionic form. The result of this is natural stress relief.
7Nutrition Magnesium Citrate + B6 120 caps
Magnesium citrate is a natural organic compound that provides several times greater absorption than inorganic forms. Better absorption and resistance to the acidic environment of the digestive system are the two most important advantages of citrate.
Nature's Aid Magnesium Citrate 750mg 60 Caps
Nature's Aid Magnesium and Vitamin B6 both contribute to normal muscle function and the normal functioning of the nervous system.
Vitamin D Supplements
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient that is necessary for immune system function, brain health, and much more, and being low or deficient in vitamin D can negatively impact cognitive health which can lead to brain fog symptoms.
There have been studies that show vitamin D supplementation can improve overall mental health, which includes negative thoughts, mood and symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Sunlight and vitamin D have been associated with warding off depression symptoms and regulating our mood, which makes sense when you think about how happy we get when the sun comes out!
In a study made by the Journal of Internal Medicine, they identified that people who suffer from depression experienced an improvement in their symptoms when they took vitamin D supplements.
Furthermore, research also suggests that taking high doses of vitamin D might be effective in reducing the severity of anxiety symptoms in people with anxiety disorders.
Your healthcare professional can test your vitamin D levels and recommend a dose of vitamin D for your specific needs.
We have listed our best-selling vitamin d supplements below:
7Nutrition Vitamin D3 10,000iu 60 caps
Vitamin D-3 softgels supply this key vitamin in a highly-absorbable liquid softgel form. Vitamin D is normally obtained from the diet or produced by the skin from the ultraviolet energy of the sun.
Now Foods Vitamin D3 2000iu 120
Scitec Nutrition Vitamin D3 250 Caps
Vitamin D is naturally produced by the body when exposed to direct sunlight, however, actual UV ray exposure and vitamin D synthesis are dependent on many factors (seasons, location, time, age, smog, skin darkness, etc.)
Vitamin C Supplements
Vitamin C is so popular due to its role in immune health, but what some people don't know is that this nutrient can also support many other important functions within the body, including brain health.
One study that included 80 healthy adults saw that those with adequate levels of vitamin C in the blood performed significantly better in tests assessing attention, memory, reaction time, and focus when compared to those with low vitamin C levels.
Lower levels of vitamin C can also negatively affect mood, and vitamin C deficiency has been linked to cognitive impairment and depression.
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We have listed our DSI best-selling vitamin C supplements below:
Natures Aid Vitamin C Low Acid 1000mg 90 Tablets
Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth. Vitamin C also contributes to the normal function of the immune system and supports immune function during and after intense physical activity. Vitamin C additionally protects cells from oxidative damage and increases iron absorption.
Solgar Vitamin C 500mg 100 Caps
Often used to provide seasonal immunity support. Contributes to a healthy immune system and energy levels. Potent antioxidant properties and reduces tiredness and fatigue. Supports collagen formation supporting blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin, and teeth. Vegan, Vegetarian, Kosher.
L-theanine Supplements
L-theanine, which is an amino acid found in green tea, can cross the blood-brain barrier and increase the activity of the neurotransmitter GABA, which can help reduce anxiety while also making you feel more relaxed.
L-theanine can also increase the frequency of alpha waves within your brain, this helps you relax without making you feel tired or drowsy.
Some other studies have suggested that taking L-theanine supplements can help to improve mental alertness, memory and reaction time. During the study, it was shown that 69 adults aged 50-69 found that a single dose of 100.6 L-theanine improved reaction time and working memory on cognitive tests.
L-theanine supplements can also reduce tension while enhancing relaxation and calmness.
Our best-selling L-theanine supplement has been listed below:
Solgar L-Theanine 150mg 30 Caps
Omega-3 Supplements
Omega-3 fats can provide powerful anti-inflammatory effects and can be incredibly beneficial to those who suffer with mental health issues such as anxiety.
A study in 2018 showed that treatment with omega-3 fatty acids notably improved anxiety symptoms compared to those who took placebos in a control group.
There has also been research that has shown people who eat fish on a regular basis tend to have more grey matter in their brains - grey matter is what contains most of the nerve cells that control decision-making, memory, and emotion.
Our best-selling omega-3’s have been listed below:
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega & Vitamin D3
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega-D3 provides a high concentration of health-promoting omega-3 fats with added natural vitamin D3, both required nutrients. Ultimate Omega-D3 supports strong immune function and bone health. All fish oils used in Nordic Naturals products surpass the strictest international standards for purity and freshness.
EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart. DHA also contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and vision.
Optimum fish oil is a natural supplement filled with Omega-3 essential fatty acids, these are essential because they are a component of every living cell in the body, and are necessary for rebuilding existing cells and the production of new cells. Studies show fish oil supports healthy heart function and joint flexibility.
