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Nootropic herbs/ Brain food

Nootropic herbs boost human memory and cognition.The Greek words “noos” (meaning “mind”) and “tropein,” meaning “toward,” are the root of the phrase “nootropics”. Basically, oxygenation and stimulation of nerve development are two of these herbs’ putative mechanisms for altering the availability of brain neurochemicals.

Memory is the capacity to encode, store, and then decode or recall information over the course of a long or short period of time. Poor memory, less ability to remember things, and slow recall are common problems in today’s stressful world. In addition, despite the fact that the beneficial effects of nootropic herbs on health are common knowledge, the usage of these herbs is not particularly common. Moreover, age and stress are two things that can cause cognitive dysfunction. So, it is thought that taking nootropic herbs regularly can improve memory, intelligence, and focus.

How is important nootropic herbs?

Nootropics can work in different ways, including:

  • Increasing the flow of blood to the brain.
  • Help boost neural functions .
  • By giving the building blocks for neurotransmitters, which are chemicals that send messages in the brain.
  • preventing damage to brain cells caused by free radicals and oxidative stress
  • Giving the brain energy it can use.

Celastrus panniculata, Glycirrhiza glabra, Magnolia officinalis, Benincasa hispida, and Sesamum indicum are only a few examples of plants with medicinal characteristics.

Any side effects..?

There has been a lot of study into how plants can be used as medicine and how they can enhance brain function since they don’t have as many adverse effects as conventional medications. As a result, I believe food scientists should investigate the possibility of incorporating these nootropic plants into new products.

Example of some nootropic herbs:

Amla
Brahmi
Green tea
Amla(Emblica officinalis)

It is a plant that can help improve memory and can also be used to treat Alzheimer’s disease. It also lowers the amount of cholinesterase in the brain.

Brahmi

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) can protect the brain from damage caused by free radicals and boosts the brain’s ability to think. When used regularly, brahmi can help treat mental and emotional imbalances and a number of mental problems in older people, such as amnesia and Alzheimer’s disease

Green tea

Green tea (Camellia sinensis) has a high level of polyphenols and is a great source of epigallocatechin gallate, which is a powerful antioxidant that fights free radicals even better than vitamin E. Because green tea contains a molecule called GABA, which inhibits the development of stress and anxiety, it is a good source of GABA.

Ginko biloba
Ginger
Cinnamon
Ginko Biloba

The plant’s leaves are known to send more blood to the brain and more oxygen to brain tissue. Moreover, it helps widen the blood vessels in the capillaries, which improves blood flow and nerve communication.

Ginger(Zingiber officinale)

It can help people learn and remember things. And also ginger root can help prevent a condition called focal cerebral ischemia. The antioxidant activity is the main reason why it helps improve memory and thinking.

Cinnamon

Cinnamon is full of antioxidants and phytochemicals that help the brain use glucose, which is an important source of energy for brain functions.

Gotu kola
Rhodiola Rosea
Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica)

Especially Centella asiatica has CNS effects like being a stimulant, a nerve tonic, a rejuvenator, a sedative, a tranquilizer, and a brain booster. During times of stress, it can lower the amount of corticosterone in the blood. It can also help with cognitive and nervous disorders, as well as problems with the brain’s blood vessels.Without doubt, it helps improve memory and the way your brain works.

Rhodiola Rosea

Rhodiola Rosea is a plant that can help lift your mood and ease depression. It can help your body and mind work better and make you less tired. The effects could be caused by changes in the levels of serotonin and dopamine.

References

Nootropics: 5 Brain Boosting Herbs to Support Cognitive Health : Ellwood Thompson’s (ellwoodthompsons.com)

New Food magazine

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Priyangi Herath

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