Increase Mental Focus Using these 3 Supplements

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Ever had those days when you feel like you just need a boost? What about a mental boost? It could be easier than you think. For those who have to be at full mental capacity, these supplements can be gifts and can turn us into the mental tigers that we need and want to be. Below, you will find five supplements that can help give you that mental NOS boost and get your workdays done effortlessly.

B Vitamins

B-complex vitamins have aid in many digestion properties and allow glucose to be converted to energy. These vitamins are easily broken down in water and can be found in various proteins. Vitamin B12 can help elevate the mood and has been known to reduce stress when properly supplemented.

Memory and concentration have been known to be improved with B-complex vitamins. In the elderly, focus has been drastically improved in addition to memory abilities when using these vitamins religiously. According to Dr. David B. Samadi, Chairman of the Department of Urology and Chief of Robotic Surgery at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City, cognitive problems, such as Alzheimer's disease, can be prevented through a lifelong supplementation of B-complex vitamins and may also help in treating the degenerative problem once detected.

The elderly and young are not the only people that can benefit from this incredible set of vitamins. Women who are pregnant can also find various health benefits associated with using B vitamins. For example, folic acid (B12) is supplemented to pregnant women to ensure proper development of children during infancy. Lack of B12 during child development can lead to problems with learning and cognitive function.

NATURAL FOODS THAT CONTAIN B VITAMINS: sardines, salmon, tuna, cod, lamb, scallops, shrimp, beef, yogurt, milk.

L-Carnitine

L-carnitine is a nutrient that is metabolized in the kidneys/liver and allows for the conversion of fat in into energy. Not only does this nutrient help with fat metabolization, l-carnitine stimulates a neurotransmitter in the brain that can also improve memory and improve mood which typically leads to an overall better feeling of self-esteem.


NATURAL FOODS THAT CONTAIN L-CARNITINE: beef, chicken, cod, asparagus, milk, legumes, broccoli, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, various nuts.


Vitamin K2

Most of are lacking in this vital vitamin and it really isn't our fault. Typically, most people do not eat grass-fed beef nor do they drink raw milk. Pasteurization of milk reduces the amount of vitamin K2 and is the reason why we are deficient in this needed vitamin. Supplementing with this vitamin helps with calcium metabolism. What this leads to is reduced coronary calcification. Now, you may be wondering how this ends up boosting brain power. Well, the answer is simple. Having a strong heart and circulatory system will lead to having strong brain function. 


 NATURAL FOODS THAT CONTAIN VITAMIN K2: kale, spinach, mustard greens, parsley, broccoli, romaine lettuce.




 

Krill Oil for Your Health

New on the market is a great product called krill oil. This super oil is known for its high level of omega-3 fats. These ALA-rich oils are able to provide an abundance of benefits for anyone who is looking to improve their lifestyle by providing omega-3s that are much different from the more common fish oil.

Many may wonder "what is krill oil and where does it come from?" Well, the answer may surprise you. Krill are small crustaceans that are found in the ocean and are the primary source of food for large animals such as the blue whale. So... that makes me think if krill are able to provide the necessary nutrition for such a large animal than there has got to be many benefits for us. Lets go ahead and look at the uses of our little buddies:

Lowers Heart Disease

Krill oil may lower heart disease by providing the necessary omega-3s that help lubricate the coronary walls and may help prevent the attachment of dangerous fat plaque that can cause heart attacks or even a stroke. Additionally, circulation problems may be a thing of the past when taking these supplements over time. When compared to fish oil, krill oil has been shown to have a higher success rate in studies using mice according to the US National Library of Medicine.

The oil found in krill have amazing antioxidants which attach to free radicals that can otherwise be dangerous to the human body. These oils are also more easily absorbed by the human body, compared to the omega-3s found in fish oil due to the structure of its lipids. Once again, the US National Library of Medicine has documented that krill oil is almost 100 percent absorbed by the body while fish oil has an absorption rate of only 15 to 30 percent.

Reduce Inflammation and Arthritis

The reasons to consider supplementing with krill oil are tremendous. For those who suffer with arthritis or joint inflammation, krill oil may be the answer you are looking for. According to a study in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, a "300mg daily supplementation of krill oil resulted in significant decreases in inflammation and arthritic symptoms in cardiac and arthritis patients."

Compared to more chemical substitutes, krill oil has been able to hold its own in the possibility of reducing inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis. A Canadian doctor studied the c-reactive protein(CRP) which is associated directly with inflammation and was able to conclude krill oil supplementation reduced this protein over time. Furthermore, another study published in Surgical Neurology has shown that krill oil can even replace ibuprofen as a means to ending aches and pain in the body. 

Increase Brain Power!

Krill oil is also a superfood for your brain and has study-proven benefits that cognitive abilities can be increased with this oil. Memory and reasoning skills may be improved with this oil and has been proven by using mice as test subjects. These subjects have had improved test results in alertness and concentration when compared to mice who were not administered the oil. 

Another amazing benefit of krill oil may be the ability to reduce symptoms of depression with consistent supplementation. Testing using Unavoidable Aversive Light Stimulus (UALST) has shown that krill oil has a direct and positive effect on mice. Director of scientific writing at Aker BioMarine, Lena Burri, PhD, has no doubt that krill oil can reduce depressive symptoms without the negative side effects associated with traditional anti-depressants.

Ultimately, krill oil can be a wonderful supplement for anyone who is interested in improving overall mental and physical health.