Vitamins, Memory, and Concentration: Boost Your Cognitive Performance!

Need a memory boost? 🧠 Why do we struggle to concentrate for hours? How do we keep our brains fresh and available? These are all questions that plague us...

In this article, you'll discover our natural solutions that promote good brain function while fighting fatigue and stress.

Dear readers 📖, it’s time to focus all your attention.

The brain is the most complex organ in the body! Yes, the brain is the true control center, managing absolutely everything: moving, eating, communicating, sleeping, and of course, learning. It is also the seat of memory.

The brain needs constant stimulation! The more our brain works, the better it functions.

New neurons can be generated until the age of 90 and beyond. Amazing, isn't it?

However, when we are overwhelmed by stress or fatigue, the brain can "malfunction," leading to a decrease in cognitive performance. This is where our Organic Boost Formula comes in, as it helps fight against temporary fatigue. 🥱

Fun fact: Regardless of our level of anatomy knowledge, the brain is easily recognizable. It is often compared to a plate of spaghetti 🍝 or a walnut.

Are you struggling to concentrate? Is your memory playing tricks on you? Are you feeling tired?

Here are our natural solutions:

1. Vitamin C 🥝, the "star of antioxidant vitamins". The ANSES recommends consuming 110 mg/day. It supports brain and nervous system activity. Vitamin C is ideal for fighting fatigue.

2. Magnesium is a mineral that participates in more than 300 metabolic reactions in the body to ensure its proper functioning. Our Magnesium Bisglycinate Formula is relevant as it contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system and normal psychological functions (thus helping to reduce stress and fatigue). As you might guess, this has a direct impact on our brain!

3. Omega-3 fatty acids 🐟 are necessary for the proper functioning of the retina, brain, and nervous system. They are very powerful anti-inflammatories! A supplement is interesting, especially in the context of a modern diet that is often richer in omega-6 than in omega-3.

In addition to these supplements, there are many tools to boost vitality and concentration levels such as: Ashwagandha, black spruce essential oil, blackcurrant bud, or ginseng.

The information seen during the day is integrated at night. So, no good memory without good sleep 😴!

Here are our tips for getting quality sleep:

1. Avoid stimulants like coffee, tea, raw cacao, or alcohol after 2 PM.

2. Eat a meal rich in carbohydrates in the evening. They provide tryptophan, a precursor to the hormone melatonin, the sleep hormone.

3. Ventilate your room before going to sleep.

4. To ensure restorative sleep, avoid screens 📺 at least 1 hour before bed.

5. In case of need, you can opt for our Sleep Formula based on melatonin and plant extracts, including California Poppy (a plant ideal for mood), which will ensure a more restorative sleep.

Can diet influence memory? The answer is yes 😯!

1. Foods rich in B vitamins (spinach, liver, wheat germ, green vegetables, eggs, fresh pollen, salmon, whole grains...) play a key role in memory by participating in the production of acetylcholine, the neurotransmitter that allows learning.

2. Good carbohydrates (honey 🍯, fresh fruits, dates, potatoes, sweet potatoes, semi-complete rice, black rice, quinoa...) constitute 80% of the brain's fuel. Did you know that the brain alone consumes 120g of carbohydrates per day?!

3. Omega-3 (sardines, mackerel, walnut oil, oysters, chia seeds, wild salmon...) are essential for cardiovascular well-being, eye protection, and the brain and nervous system.

4. Foods rich in tyrosine (sesame, almonds, avocado 🥑, sheep cheese, turkey, bananas, lentils...) activate the production of dopamine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory formation.

5. Foods containing an abundance of iron (red meat, Organic Spirulina, quinoa, clams...) help transport oxygen to the brain. A lack of iron can greatly affect intellectual abilities.

As you've understood, a healthy diet can help prevent certain disorders that can affect memory. However, if your diet does not contain enough essential nutrients, our Multivitamins can help.

→ We share our favorite recipe to boost your memory.

The “anti-stress” milk 🥛

“Anti-stress” milk contains all the essential nutrients: Magnesium, vitamin B6, cysteine (an amino acid precursor of taurine) to optimize your concentration and memory.

Ingredients for 1 large glass of milk:

1. 30g of cashews, ideally pre-soaked overnight;

2. 20g of wheat germ;

3. 15g of raw cacao powder;

4. 1 ripe and sweet banana;

5. 15 to 20 cl of mineral water.

Tools:

1. 1 blender;

2. 1 nut milk bag or a clean cloth;

3. a glass (unless you drink directly from the blender 😜!).

Preparation time: 10 minutes

1. Prepare the nut milk by blending the cashews and wheat germ with the water for 45 seconds.

2. Strain the liquid obtained using a nut milk bag or a clean cloth, pressing enough to extract a sufficient amount of milk.

3. Blend the strained nut milk with the raw cacao and banana for 30 seconds.

4. Pour into a glass. It's ready!

You can, of course, multiply the quantities to share this recipe with family or friends! 👭

Pssst: Drink enough water throughout the day to maintain optimal brain activity. Water facilitates chemical reactions in the brain.

Memory and concentration need to be exercised. But how? There are many tools to boost our cognitive performance while lowering our stress levels. Here are some of our favorites:

1. Heart coherence 🌬️: This is a well-known breathing exercise that lasts 5 minutes, no more! You can repeat it 3 times a day or whenever you need to focus.
   
   

2. Walking: This is a natural method to improve concentration and memory. According to the National Institutes of Health, regular physical activity improves various cognitive processes.
   
   

3. Shaking 💃: When you find yourself caught in a whirlwind of thoughts, try moving, jumping, shaking, or fidgeting intuitively. This exercise stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, inducing a return to calm and concentration.
   
   

4. Napping: Ah, napping! Research has shown that a short nap (between 10 and 30 minutes) can strengthen memory, boost learning abilities, and reduce stress. No time? Opt for a micro-nap. A study by the Inserm highlights that a rest of just a few seconds can boost our creativity.

Other tips can also be explored, such as: setting a clear goal in mind, doing one thing at a time, having a starting ritual, playing board games to focus on a specific task, etc.