NUTRITIONAL MENTAL
EDGE…FOR TESTS?
Q. I am in my third year of med. School and am dreading
my finals (written exams). Is there
anything “nutritionally” that you know of that can give me a mental edge?
Roxanne P.
A. There are many products in the nutritional
supplement market which suggest their product will give you better memory and
sharper thinking. Very few of these
products are based on good research and sound science. A recent exception is MAGNESIUM L-THREONATE
or (MgT).
MgT has been
shown to increase brain magnesium levels:
Increased
magnesium levels in the brain (frontal cortex) has been shown to increase brain
synaptic plasticity. In other
words…better short term memory connections
Higher brain
magnesium levels have been proven for better mood and alertness.
Magnesium is
involved in over 300 metabolic functions in our bodies. Greater brain levels of magnesium have been
shown to facilitate many of these basic functions.
MgT has
garnered a GRAS (generally recognized as safe) rating and recent studies are
showing its ability to break through the blood/brain barrier is outstanding
compared to most other nutrients.
MgT is
a relatively new formulation but should be (or soon will be) available at most
health food stores and online retailers.
AMV
*Health Disclaimer: This
information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational
and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute
for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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