Diet Science

Acetylcholine: Nature's Nootropic for Boosting Brain Function


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Acetylcholine enhances memory, focus, and muscle function, earning its reputation as a natural nootropic. But, as we age, the body's ability to produce it declines, potentially impacting brain health and physical performance. Listen in this week as Dee explains how acetylcholine is made in the body, and practical ways to boost its production through diet and supplementation. 

Reference:

Nakazaki, E., Mah, E., Sanoshy, K., Citrolo, D., & Watanabe, F. (2021). Citicoline and memory function in healthy older adults: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Journal of Nutrition, 151(8), 2153–2160. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S002231662200267X?via%3Dihub

Link to purchase choline supplement: https://amzn.to/40Mmg6c

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