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06/03/2026

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06/03/2026

A-Z of Brain Health Supplements: M for Magnesium

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body, and it's getting a lot of mainstream attention for good reason.

Magnesium has solid research backing for sleep quality, anxiety reduction, mood stabilization, migraine prevention/treatment, and even reducing cortisol.

Like a lot of vitamins and minerals, the benefits are most pronounced in people who are actually deficient, and estimates suggest a significant portion of the population is. So If your levels are already optimal, you might not get as big of a benefit.

There are a ton of different types of magnesium supplements. Each one is bonded to a different compound and might have specific benefits in different contexts. Of those types, magnesium l-threonate has been in focus when it comes to the brain benefits. There's evidence magnesium l-threonate can cross the blood brain barrier more effectively than other magnesium products, but there hasn't been any head-to-head human studies showing that magnesium l-threonate is superior to other magnesium sources for cognitive benefits.

Given that magnesium l-threonate is a lot more expensive, I would argue the most overall beneficial type is magnesium glycinate. It offers the best bang for your buck with the lowest risk of GI distress. 

Magnesium can also act as a laxative depending on the type so you don't want to overdo it.

When it comes to dose, you want to try to get around 200-400mg of elemental magnesium per day.

Magnesium is a great overall supplement that goes beyond the brain, so it gets an A+

06/01/2026

A-Z of Brain Health Supplements: L for L-Theanine

L-Theanine is an amino acid found naturally in green tea leaves and supplementing it has some really consistent evidence for reducing stress and promoting focus. There's some studies showing it may promote alpha brain wave activity, the same brain activity we see with meditation.

There's some really compelling research around pairing it with caffeine. If you find yourself getting jittery when drinking caffeine, taking L-theanine alongside it can help smooth out the jittery, anxious side effects while preserving and possibly even enhancing the focus benefits.
L-Theanine also appears to improve the depth of sleep when taken before bed.

The typical dose is 100–400 mg per day, with 200 mg as a sweet spot. It's inexpensive, well-tolerated, and stacks nicely with other things. I give L-Theanine a solid A- — and its especially useful if you pair it with caffeine

06/01/2026

We always appreciate when people leave us reviews on our product. So today we thought we'd highlight a few of our favorites.

05/23/2026

A-Z of Brain Health Supplements: K for KSM-66 (Ashwagandha)

KSM-66 is a patented, highly concentrated root extract of Ashwagandha, an adaptogen. You’ve probably heard of ashwagandha because it's everywhere right now, and it's a super funky thing to try to pronounce.

There's some solid evidence for stress and anxiety reduction, with studies showing reductions in cortisol levels (our stress hormone) when taking ashwagandha.

There's also decent evidence for improving sleep quality, which indirectly has real benefits for memory and cognitive performance. On the direct cognition side, a few trials show improvements in reaction time, attention, and memory, but that evidence isn't as promising as the stress reduction studies.

Now some caveats: Denmark actually banned ashwagandha in 2023 due to potential health impacts on thyroid hormones and risks to pregnancy. Other European countries have also issued restrictions and warnings related to ashwagandha usage, but many argue these bans are based on flawed data.

The typical dose for KSM-66 ashwagandha is around 300–600 mg per day.

Whether the concerns related to the bans In Europe are legitimate or not , it's still one of the few supplements where the hype and the evidence are at least pointing in the same direction so I give it a B+ grade.

05/18/2026

A-Z of Brain Health Supplements: J for Japanese Knotweed (Resveratrol)

Japanese Knotweed is a major primary source of Resveratrol, the antioxidant polyphenol also found in high amounts in grades, berries and red wine (This is why everyone says drinking wine is healthy for you).

It helps by reducing inflammation and protecting your cells from damage. Theoretically, this translates to neuroprotective benefits and improved cognitive performance, but the human trials are limited. Early animal studies even indicated that Resveratrol has longevity benefits, but those have not been proven in humans.

The compound is also held back by low bioavailability, making it hard for your body to absorb and utilize.

Typical dose of Japanese knotweed-derived Resveratrol is anywhere from 200 mg-2 g per day. Based on the evidence in brain health for humans,
I give this one a C-s

05/15/2026

Stress got you acting out? Don't be like this guy.

We formulated eudopa using phosphatidylserine as one of the main ingredients.

Supplementing with phosphatidylserine has been shown to improve stress resilience and modulate cortisol.

Head to NeuroVesa.com and try eudopa today.

So you don't end up freaking out in a McDonald's.

05/08/2026

A-Z of Brain Health Supplements: I for Inositol

Inositol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol found in fruits, beans, and grains, and it's become increasingly popular as a supplement for mental health and metabolic conditions.

The most compelling research is around anxiety and OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), where some trials show inositol performing comparably to certain medications.

There's also decent evidence for PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) symptom management where it appears to improve insulin sensitivity and hormonal balance.

On the mental health side, studies on depression and panic disorder show some promise, though the results are inconsistent and effect sizes tend to be modest.

Where the evidence gets weaker is in the area of general cognitive enhancement. if you're taking it purely for focus or memory, you're probably not going to notice much. It's worth noting that your body naturally produces inositol, and most people already get some in their diet.

The typical dose ranges widely depending on the condition — anywhere from 2 grams for general use up to 12–18 grams for OCD or PCOS applications. It's generally well tolerated, with the main side effects being mild digestive discomfort at higher doses.

For the benefits related to PCOS/OCD, I give Inositol a B grade.

05/06/2026

A-Z of Brain Health Supplements:

H for Huperzine A

Huperzine A is a natural compound extracted from Chinese club moss. It's of included in various pre-workout supplements and it's gained a lot of attention as a nootropic for memory, focus, and cognitive performance.

It works by inhibiting an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine — a key neurotransmitter for learning and memory.

With less acetylcholine being broken down, it should lead to a theoretical improvement in learning and memory, which is what we see in some of the studies.

One thing worth noting is that Huperzine A has a pretty long half-life, meaning it builds up in your system — so cycling it on and off is generally recommended to avoid side effects like nausea, dizziness, and overstimulation.

The typical dose is 50–200 mcg per day, and it's reasonably affordable. Huperzine has some promise, and the mechanism of action is well understood, but there's not enough evidence to make it really stand out.

I give it a C+ grade.

05/01/2026

A-Z of Brain Health Supplements:

G for Ginkgo biloba

Ginkgo biloba is one of the most popular brain supplements around. It's an ancient tree extract sold for memory and brain health, and super popular worldwide. But what does evidence actually say?

Large-scale trials found no significant benefit for memory in healthy adults or preventing dementia. Some studies show minor improvements for schizophrenia symptoms and cognitive symptoms related to existing dementia, but the results are pretty inconsistent. On the plus side, Ginkgo biloba does contain a high amount of antioxidants which we know can offer some benefits.

The recommended dose of Ginkgo biloba is 120-240 mg per day. It's fairly inexpensive so it's not going to break the bank, but I think the benefits are pretty overhyped. I give it a C grade.

Special mention : Glycine

Shout out to glycine as well. It’s an amino acid your body makes naturally but supplementing with it has been shown to help with sleep by acting as an inhibitory neurotransmitter. In preclinical studies it appears to help reduce body temperature and increase serotonin levels, both of which help assist with sleep. Glycine is also used as a building block for collagen, which we know is good for skin, and glutathione, which is our body's master antioxidant.

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