POW Sports Supplements: Mental Performance (30 Vegan Capsules)

A combination of nutrients (in optimum doses) to support the nervous system, improve cognitive function and help maintain optimum mental performance.

The B vitamins are all in the methylated form which has found to improve absorption and can reduce homocysteine levels. High levels of homocysteine are associated with mental health issues. Sufficient levels of vitamins B12, B6 and Folate are required to break down homocysteine into chemicals our bodies need.

All the B vitamins, along with copper have been proven to contribute to normal psychological function and normal function of the nervous system. The standout B vitamin is Pantothenic acid which also contributes to normal mental performance (specifically concentration, learning, memory, reasoning, and resistance to stress).

Choline has been added as this has been found to support cognitive function.

Iodine, Iron and Zinc are essential for healthy cognitive function.

Vitamin C is an important component in this formulation as it contributes to normal physiological function and the normal function of the nervous system while helping to protect cells from oxidative stress and improve the absorption of Iron.

L-Tyrosine alongside L-Theanine have been found to improve cognitive function under stressful conditions. 

Ashwangandha is a medicinal herb that is widely used in herbal medicine. It is known as an adaptogen which helps the body manage stress, reduce anxiety and improve sleep. 

The constituents of Sage have been found to improve cognitive function, memory and reaction times.

References:

• Adaptogenic and Anxiolytic Effects of Ashwagandha Root Extract in Healthy Adults: A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Clinical Study

• Homocysteine levels in schizophrenia and affective disorders—focus on cognition

• Effects of eight-week supplementation of Ashwagandha on cardiorespiratory endurance in elite Indian cyclists

• Effects of acute caffeine, theanine and tyrosine supplementation on mental and physical performance in athletes

• Acute Effects of Salvia Supplementation on Cognitive Function in Athletes During a Fatiguing Cycling Exercise: A Randomized Cross-Over, Placebo-Controlled, and Double-Blind Study