A new study recently published in the Journal of Neurochemistry, found bioactive compounds which occur naturally in the mushroom Lion’s Mane can improve nerve growth and improve memory. Lion’s Mane has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine for its health and brain boosting properties. These findings offer a new means to treat and…
A study done in Japan found daily supplementation with the Amino Acid L-Theanine, could help people suffering with anxiety to focus on their daily activities. 18 healthy University students participated in this study. The participant’s anxiety levels were assessed using the manifest anxiety scale (MAS). Students were split into two groups based on their anxiety…
According to a new study, reductions in depression, anger, fatigue and significant improvements in moods along with improvements in sleep quality, were seen in individuals taking a daily multi-strain probiotic supplement. 38 healthy students between the ages of 18 – 35 participated in this double blind placebo controlled study. Participants were allocated to either the…
A new study found supplementing with an extract of Rhodiola rosea may improve mood in individuals with mild anxiety. 81 students with mild anxiety participated in this study which lasted 14 days. The participants were assigned to received 200 mg of Rhodiola rosea twice a day or no treatment. A significant reduction in anxiety and…
A new study using mice has found low Omega-3 in adolescent mice may lead to behavioral problems in adulthood. Using a mouse model which mimicked a dietary deficiency of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids during childhood and adolescence, researchers found significant increases in anxiety and anhedonia (the inability to experience pleasure from activities usually found enjoyable). …
According to a new meta-analysis and systematic review consumption of probiotics may have a positive effect on mental health by reducing the psychological symptoms of perceived stress, anxiety and depression. The study reviewed the outcomes of seven previous studies with over 300 volunteers both prior to and post supplementation with a probiotic supplement. The studies…
A new study has found that daily supplementation with Curcumin may be effective in reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms in people with major depressive disorders. Over 100 people participated in this randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled study. All the participants had major depressive disorder. Participants were given one of four treatment conditions: A placebo, a low-dose…
Gaba Ingredient Shows Sleep Benefits: A new study finds GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid) may aid people in falling asleep faster. Researchers also found longer, successive deep, non-REM, stages of sleep, known to be the most beneficial portion of the sleep cycle, with GABA supplementation. What is GABA? According to Web MD : GABA, technically an amino…