BrainVigor™ is the most advanced brain
formula available today. It's formula has many state of the art nutritional
supplements/nootropics including Piracetam, Vinpocetine, Centrophenoxine,
Choline CDP, Phosphatidylserine, and a lot more. BrainVigor™ has many
of the B vitamins that have been found by leading researchers to support optimal
brain function, and to top it off an herbal blend of high
potency Bacopa
Monniera 37%
bacosides A+B, Rhodiola Rosea Extract 3%
Rosavins, Ginkgo Biloba Extract 24/6 and Panax Ginseng Extract 80 %
ginsenosides (saponins. The Rhodiola
Extract and the Ginseng Extract are adaptogenic herbs, which are herbs that
helps one body to deal with stress and is also known to give energy and
endurance. The Ginkgo Biloba has been used for thousand of years in China to
help improve circulation to the brain and brain function. Some of the other
cutting edge ingredients are listed below.
Cholinergics are chemicals that effect the neurotransmitter Acetylcholine,
or the parts of our nervous system that use Acetylcholine. Acetylcholine aids
memory, concentration, focus, and high-level thought such as: abstract thought,
calculations, and innovation. Studies have shown that improving the abundance of
Acetylcholine in the brain improves these mental functions and increases the
time they may be used without slowing down or stopping. However, be aware that
overuse of cholinergetics may have a detrimental effect. The cholinergetics that
BrainVigor contain are Acetyl l-Carnitine, Centrophenoxine, DMAE, Piracetam &
Vinpocetine.
Piracetam
is the most studied and well known of the nootropics.
Piracetam (nootropyl) is reported to be an
intelligence booster and CNS (central nervous system) stimulant with no known
toxicity or addictive properties. Piracetam (2-oxo-Pyrrolidine Acetamide) is
derived from the neurotransmitter GABA (Gamma Amino Butyric Acid). The
subjective effect described by some people is that piracetam, "wakes up your
brain." It's effects and safety are so impressive that piracetam prompted the
creation of a new pharmaceutical category called nootropics. The term nootropic
comes from a Greek word meaning "acting on the mind."
The effect of piracetam can be increased if taken with DMAE, Centrophenoxine,
choline, or Hydergine. When choline and piracetam are taken together there is a
synergistic effect that causes a greater improvement in memory than the sum of
each when taken alone (Bartus, 1981). One of the most intriguing effects of
piracetam is that it promotes the flow of information between the right and left
hemispheres of the brain (Buresova, 1976). (Note Excerpt From Smart Drugs &
Nutrients Vol 1 by Ward Dean, MD & John Morgenthaler. Excellent source of
information and a highly recommended book)
Choline-CDP
is efficiently utilized in brain cells for membrane lipid synthesis where it not
only increases phospholipid synthesis but also inhibits phospholipid
degradation. CDP choline, also known as cytidine 5-diphosphocholine, crosses the
blood brain barrier and is by far the most effective choline to improve mental
function and repair neurological damage and dysfunction. Brain cells use
choline to support the integrity of the cell membrane, protect against
neurotoxins, synthesize neurotransmitters, and support brain cell metabolic
function. Brain cells produce very small amounts of choline, thereby
necessitating dietary sources. Popular dietary supplements that provide choline
to the brain are lecithin, phosphatidylcholine, DMAE, centrophenoxine, and
choline itself.
Centrophenoxine
is one of the older nootropic drugs- it was developed in 1959 at the French
National Scientific Research Center.
Centrophenoxine is considered both a nootropic and an anti-aging treatment. It
has been shown to increase the life span of animals and protect the brain and
skin from certain signs of aging.
Centrophenoxine can also increase the use of glucose in the brain and improve
brain energy while enhancing speed of memory recall. Cell oxygen consumption and
carbon dioxide production also increase significantly when centrophenoxine is
taken regularly. As a result, it has been found to be very effective in the
treatment of various disorders such as brain damage due to old age or stroke and
brain injury caused by chemicals or drugs (including excessive consumption of
alcohol). Among the most promising of the human trials of centrophenoxine
is a 1989 study in which the supplement improved memory and learning in 50
elderly demented patients by as much as 48 percent.
Centrophenoxine can also protect against the damage caused by toxic chemicals in
the environment.
Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE)
is similar to choline, a chemical involved in the processes of learning and
memory. It has been known to be beneficial for people with autism, memory
deficiency and dementia. It is best not to take it on a daily basis, but to
reserve it for days when you need to increase alertness and focus. DMAE can have
a slight mood and vision enhancing effect in some people. DMAE has been used to
treat America's silent epidemic: Attention Deficit Disorder.
Studies show that DMAE can
elevate mood and promote more restful sleep, as well as help increase mental
focus, clarity of thought and muscle tone. DMAE occurs naturally in the body. It
may be useful in slowing lipofuscion (aging spots) both on the skin and in the
brain. In clinical studies, DMAE supplementation has shown great success in the
treatment of learning disorders in children. It is also very effective in
enhancing mental performance in adults. The secret is DMAE's ability to promote
the formation of acetylcholine, an important brain neurotransmitter. DMAE and
para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) are the breakdown products of the Romanian youth
drug, Gerovital.
Phosphatidyl serine does all this through the
following actions: PS stimulates the release of dopamine (a mood regulator that
also controls physical sensations and movement), increases the production of
acetylcholine (necessary for learning and memory), enhances brain glucose
metabolism (the fuel used for brain activity), reduces levels of cortisol (a
stress hormone), and boosts the activity of nerve growth factor, which oversees
the health of cholinergic neurons.
when we reach middle age,
our levels of PS begin to decline, an effect that is worsened by deficiencies of
other essential fatty acids, folic acid or vitamin B12. Because PS is necessary
for effective neurotransmission, PS deficiency is linked to mental impairment,
including Alzheimer's and non-Alzheimer's dementia, depression and Parkinson's
disease among middle-aged and elderly people.
PS supplements may give a 50-year-old the same brainpower as a healthy
20-year-old. Does this sound too good to be true? Well, according to the
2002 Bottom Line Yearbook, "Phosphatidylserine is the only medication
that's been proven to reverse age-related memory loss in clinical studies."
Phosphatidylserine is a phospholipid concentrated in the brain that maintains
memory, learning, concentration, word recall, and mood.
R (+) Lipoic Acid
is an antioxidant that contains the "R" form of Alpha Lipoic Acid. Alpha
Lipoic Acid is a well known antioxidant formula that is believed to help delay
the onset of aging, act as a potent antioxidant in the brain, and has
applications for blood sugar regulation.
B Vitamins:
Niacinamide Vitamin B-3 is one
of the water-soluble B-complex vitamins. Niacin, or nicotinic acid.
Niacinamide is important
for many reasons, but especially for its striking effect upon the circulatory
and nervous systems. Niacinamide is very important for brain metabolism. Vitamin
B3 has helped elderly patients regain mental clarity; because it dilates blood
vessels, niacinamide brings more oxygen to the brain.
Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxine HCL) is essential for
the production of neurotransmitters and for healthy brain function. B6 may also
alleviate symptoms including depression and irritability. Any single nutrient
deficiency can alter brain function and neurotransmitter production.
Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that carry information from one nerve
cell to another. The most common nutrient deficiencies associated with mood are
folic acid, and vitamins B6 and B12. Deficiencies of these nutrients are related
to anxiety, irritability, apathy, confusion, fatigue, forgetfulness, moodiness
and depression.
Vitamin B-12: With recent biotechnology
research, vitamin B12 has shown to provide significant mental health benefits to
those suffering from depression, those suffering from dementia and even
Alzheimer's patients. In fact, with proper dosing of B12 early in age, these
same mental health and brain functioning impairments may be prevented. The most
common basis on which vitamin B12 is prescribed by a healthcare professional.
Once administered, patients will commonly report improved energy levels and,
with improved energy, there is increased oxygen flow which, in turn, promotes
healthy brain tissue and improves cognitive and reasoning processes within the
brain.
Pantothenic Acid:
Your body can’t make acetylcholine for intelligent thinking without using
pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, for its assembly from choline. So if
you’re taking lecithin, choline or DMAE, you need to make sure you have a source
of pantothenic acid as well. Pantothenic acid is also a stamina enhancer as it
is essential for making steroid hormones, including natural cortisone, which is
particularly important when you’re under stress.
|
Supplement Facts |
| Serving Size 6
Capsules Amt. Per
Serving %RDA |
|
Pantothenic Acid
80mg 1600% |
|
B-6 (Pyridoxine HCL) 25mg 1250% |
|
Niacinamide 20mg 100% |
|
B-12 1000mcg 16700% |
|
Piracetam 1000mg ** |
| Acetyl
L-Carnitine 1000mg ** |
|
Choline Bitartrate 500mg ** |
|
Choline CDP (Citicoline) (cytidine
diphosphate) 250mg ** |
|
Centrophenoxine 250mg
** |
|
DMAE 250mg ** |
| Bacopa
Monniera 37% 250mg
** |
|
Ginkgo Biloba 24/6 100mg ** |
| Rhodiola Rosea
Extract 100mg
** |
| Panax Ginseng
Extract 80% 100mg ** |
|
Phosphatidylserine
100mg
** |
|
R-Lipoic Acid 100mg ** |
|
Vinpocetine
15mg ** |
|
** % Recommended Daily Requirement Not Established |
Suggested Use: As a dietary
supplement take 3 capsules once or twice daily with a
glass of water and food or as directed by a health care professional. Take
consistently each day for best results.
Other Ingredients: Rice Flour, Cellulose, Magnesium Stearate (Vegetable
Source), Silica
Storage:
Keep this product in a cool dry place.
Contains No Added: Free of
Sugar, Starch and Sodium. No Artificial Colors or Preservatives.
Warning: Do not use if tamper
resistant seal is missing or broken. Seek the advice of a health care
professional before using. Consult your physician prior to use if you are
pregnant or nursing.
Keep Out of Reach of Children.