Ingredients

Black Cumin, Cumin

Black cumin, also known as Nigella sativa, has been shown to improve memory and focus in a number of studies: 

• Memory

  A study found that men in their 50s who took black cumin capsules for nine weeks performed better on memory, attention, and cognition tests than those who took a placebo. 

• Executive functions

  In elderly humans, taking black cumin capsules for nine weeks improved executive functions in memory tests. 

• Spatial memory

  In rats, black cumin seed improved spatial memory and recall. 

• Neuroprotective

  Black cumin oil has shown to preserve spatial cognitive functions in rats with chronic cerebral hypoperfusion, which is linked to Alzheimer's disease. 

Black cumin's potential benefits for memory and focus are likely due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuron-protecting properties. Black cumin is a medicinal herb that's native to the eastern Mediterranean, northern Africa, southwest Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. It's also used in cooking.

Ginko biloba, Ginkgo

Ginkgo biloba is often used as a supplement to potentially improve memory and focus by enhancing blood circulation to the brain, acting as an antioxidant, and potentially protecting brain cells, though research on its effectiveness is mixed with some studies showing only modest improvements in cognitive function in healthy individuals, while others find no significant effect; it is not considered a reliable treatment for dementia or severe memory issues. 

Key points about Ginkgo biloba and cognitive function: 

• Potential benefits:

  Some studies suggest that ginkgo may slightly improve memory, cognitive speed, and attention in healthy adults by enhancing blood flow to the brain. 

• Mechanism:

  Ginkgo contains flavonoids and terpenoids, which act as antioxidants and may help protect brain cells from damage.

Ilex paraquarinesis, Yerba Mate

Enhancing memory, mood, and alertness, Yerba Mate brings more motivation and stimulates the production of the neurotransmitter dopamine. It contains two compounds, theobromine and theophylline which are alkaloids working together with caffeine to provide a mild stimulant effect

Curcumin longa, Curcumin

Curcuma longa, also known as turmeric, may help with memory and focus in a number of ways: 

• Improves memory

  A UCLA study found that people who took curcumin improved their memory by 28% over 18 months. 

• Reduces brain inflammation

  Curcumin's antioxidant properties may reduce brain inflammation, which can lead to less decline in neurocognition. 

• Improves interneuronal communication

  Curcuma may improve communication between neurons in the hippocampus and PFC, which are regions of the brain involved in learning and memory. 

• Preserves gut microbiota homeostasis

  Curcumin may help prevent cognitive decline by preserving gut microbiota homeostasis. 

• Reverses neurotoxic damage

  Curcuma may reverse neurotoxic and behavioral damage in models of Alzheimer's disease. 

Curcumin is the primary polyphenolic compound in turmeric, a spice that's often used in cooking.

Panax ginseng, Ginseng

Panax ginseng may improve memory and focus in some people, but the effects vary depending on the study and the participants: 

• Healthy middle-aged people

  Taking Panax ginseng by mouth may improve thinking, arithmetic skills, and reaction times. 

• Healthy people between 38 and 66

  Taking Panax ginseng with ginkgo leaf extract may improve memory. 

• Healthy young adults

  A single 400 mg dose of ginseng may improve cognitive performance, secondary memory performance, speed of performing memory tasks, and accuracy of attentional tasks. 

• Healthy individuals

  Taking 1 g/day of Panax ginseng for eight weeks may improve scores on executive function, attention, and memory. 

• Elderly people in South Korea

  Those who had higher lifetime cumulative ginseng intake showed higher cognitive scores compared to those who never consumed ginseng. 

• Korean subjects with MCI

  Taking ginseng orally for 6 months may have a positive effect on cognitive improvement, particularly on visual memory function. 

Ginseng may also reduce inflammation, boost the immune system, and help treat erectile dysfunction.

Pau d'Arco, Maca

Maca root may help with memory and focus, and there is some evidence to support this: 

• Animal studies

  Some animal studies suggest that maca root can improve memory and learning, and slow cognitive decline in aging mice. 

• Black maca

  Clinical studies have shown that black maca may be the most effective type of maca for improving memory, learning, and brain clarity. 

• Antioxidants

  Maca root is high in antioxidants, which may be linked to improved memory. 

• Native Peruvians

  Native Peruvians are said to use maca root to help their children learn in school. 

Other possible benefits of maca root include:

• Decreased delayed onset muscle soreness

• Improved bone health

• Skin benefits

• Wound healing

• Improved cardiovascular health

• Improved PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)