New natural, nutraceutical products are supporting cognitive function and brain health; and addressing concerns of a burgeoning Baby Boomer population.
In late 2010, the Life Sciences Research Organization (LSRO), Bethesda, Md., conducted a review of the scientific evidence on more than 35 food ingredients, dietary supplements and dietary factors to determine whether claims could be linked to the ingredients’ effects on mental energy.
For the purposes of the study, mental energy was defined as consisting of mood -- “transient feelings about the presence of fatigue or energy; motivation -- determination and enthusiasm; and cognition -- sustained attention and vigilance.” The organization published a review article on the data for four dietary constituents/supplements: Gingko biloba, omega-3 fatty acids, Panax ginseng and glucose.