While there is no “limitless” pill that exists like the one featured in the movie with Bradley Cooper, you can improve your cognitive function through natural supplements.

We all have those days where our mind feels cluttered and groggy, but introducing the following supplements into your diet will make these days almost nonexistent.

You may not be able to predict the stock market or learn a new language in one day, but you will feel sharper, think quicker, and have an improved memory.

5 Natural Supplements That Improve Cognitive Function

Omega-3 fatty acids in particular are one of the most beneficial groups of nutrients for your brain and overall health. Omega-3 fatty acids actually build brain cell membranes, while reducing brain inflammation. Studies have shown that Omega-3 also supports the growth of new brain cells.

The benefits of taking omega 3 fatty acids daily not only include supporting brain and heart health, they are also essential to maintaining healthy vision, hair, skin and nails. Furthermore, omega-3 fatty acids support healthy joints as well as help healthy weight management.

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential because the body cannot produce them, therefore they must be obtained from the diet or through supplementation.

Ginkgo biloba is the most commonly ingested herb for brain health for many reasons. Ginkgo biloba improves the flow of blood to the brain, while also acting as an antioxidant. Some studies have also found that in healthy people, ginkgo might boost memory and cognitive speed.

Ginkgo has been found to help symptoms of dementia, Alzheimer’s, vertigo, and altitude sickness.

Supplementing creatine into your diet can significantly enhance your cognition while also delaying mental fatigue. Creatine is one of the most studied supplements in history, with evidence for its positive effects being proven for years. Creatine is an organic compound that is found in relatively high concentrations of red meat.

Creatine works in the brain the same way it does within muscles. Creatine absorbs into both muscle cells and brain cells alike, increasing cells ability to recycle used phosphate in order to build more ATP, or energy.

Resveratrol is an antioxidant and phytonutrient found in many “superfoods” such as red wine. Resveratrol is a unique antioxidant because it is able to cross the blood-brain barrier to protect the brain and the nervous system, unlike other antioxidants.

Studies have recently shown that resveratrol increases blood flow to the brain, suggesting a considerable benefit to healthy cognitive function and neuroprotective effects. Consuming more resveratrol can increase protection against cognitive and mental problems. Resveratrol also may increase protection against Alzheimer’s and dementia.

A study published in the Journal of Agricultural Food Chemistry, showed that even a single infusion of resveratrol could elicit neuroprotective effects on cerebral neuronal loss and damage.

Last, but not least is caffeine. While caffeine produces many short-term benefits such as increased focus and energy, it also may have beneficial long-term effects on the brain.

Many studies, including one recently at John Hopkins University, have shown that caffeine improves memory. Caffeine has also been shown to ward of Alzheimer’s and may protect against Parkinson’s disease.

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