Formula: C15H10O7
Cognitive function, like thinking, calculating, perceiving and judging proportions, occur in the mind without concious effort. Unfortunately, toxins in the environment, vitamin deficiencies, the process of aging and the presence free radicals in the body can alter cognition and cause memory difficulty, reasoning difficulty and remembering difficulties.
Although medications can limit the severity of some related illnesses and afflictions, dietary supplements may also slow the progression of such malady as well as increase the cognitive function. The National Institute of Aging recommends maintaining a healthy diet and exercise regimen to preserve cognitive function, especially for the elderly. And not only the elderly, but also all the young elementary, high school and college students including the dropouts that need to excell.
ANTIOXIDANTS
A lot of nutrients for the improvement of cognitive function have been indicated, as well as preventing or slowing age related cognitive decline. Vitamins E, B complex, Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), Gingko biloba and phosphatidylserine (PS) combined with 15% fat diet were shown to prevent memory loss and Alzheimer's. Antioxidants are a popular part of the combination because they combat the free radicals that have been implicated in causing damage to brain cells.
Quercetin is a phytochemical compound that is part of the coloring found in the skins of apples, red onions, green tea extracts, red wine, cauliflower, berries and some nuts. It's a powerful Antioxidant, a natural antihistamine and an anti-inflamatory agent and helps in combating cancer cells, fights arthritis by relieving inflamations, allergies, and neutralizes free radicals in the body.