Dr. Eliaz: These Supplements Build a Better Brain

By Dr. Isaac Eliaz, M.D.

In my last column I told you about foods that keep you mentally sharp.

But there is another way to fuel your brain for maximum cognitive performance—nutritional supplements. Let me explain…

Heavy metals and toxins can accumulate in the body and brain. They come from the environment, personal care products, non-organic foods, and other sources. In other words, they are almost impossible to avoid. And that’s bad news for your brain. They contribute to inflammation. Over time, they can reduce cognitive function.

That’s why a gentle detox program with natural cleansing supplements and an anti-inflammatory diet can help improve brain function.

Start with a supplement which combines modified citrus pectin (MCP) from citrus peels and alginates from seaweed. This combo has been clinically proven to safely remove heavy metals and other toxins from the body. And unlike other detox regimens, it does so without affecting essential mineral levels.

MCP binds to toxins, allowing them to be gently removed through the urine. Alginates bind to toxins in the GI tract, preventing them from being absorbed.

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Other important detox ingredients include botanicals like milk thistle, goldenrod, and dandelion supplements. Nutrients such as taurine, L-methionine, and calcium D-glucarate can also help purge your system of harmful metals and toxins. All of these are available online or at health food stores.

But that’s just the first step…

Up Your Antioxidants

Oxidative stress can have a serious impact on your cognitive performance. And it’s caused by unstable molecules called “free radicals.”

Free radicals fuel inflammation and damage brain cells and DNA. So be sure you get plenty of antioxidants, which scavenge harmful free radicals, reduce inflammation, and help detoxify the body.

Berries, pomegranates, dark leafy greens, and other vibrantly-colored fruits and vegetables are all good choices. They contain powerful antioxidant compounds that defend against oxidative stress.

Honokiol extract from magnolia bark is a powerful botanical antioxidant and potent neuro-protector. It has a wide range of additional benefits, too. Other powerful antioxidants that help detoxify the body are vitamin C, lipoic acid, N-acetyl-L- cysteine, and selenium.

Next, you’ll need to rejuvenate your cells…

Support Cell Power for More Brain Power

Our cellular power plants are called mitochondria. They take in nutrients and create energy. And there are more mitochondria in brain cells than other types. So it’s important to support mitochondrial function to improve brain power.

There are a number of supplements that enhance cellular energy production and support brain health. One of the best includes NADH (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide), which is found in all living cells.

In addition, supplements like coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), acetyl-L-carnitine, L-carnosine, and medicinal mushrooms all support mitochondrial function and reduce inflammation. They also help combat free radicals. As such, they can offer important support for cognitive capacity, vital energy, and overall health.

Dr. Isaac Eliaz, M.D., is one of the nation’s premier integrative physicians. He has been a pioneer in holistic medicine since the 1980s and has published numerous peer-reviewed research papers. He is founder and medical director of Amitabha Medical Clinic in Santa Rosa, Calif., which specializes in cancer and chronic conditions.

Visit his website at www.dreliaz.org