Examining Evidence for the Cognition-Enhancing Potential of the Antioxidant Astaxanthin

The antioxidant astaxanthin significantly extends male mouse lifespan, and human research suggests it may help prevent age-related cognitive decline.

(An image of the red-orange pigment astaxanthin | Gruppo Farmalmpresa)

The potent antioxidant astaxanthin may have pro-longevity effects, and human trial data suggests it improves cognitive function in older adults.

Aging &amp; Longevity

Model: 5xFAD mouse model for Alzheimer’s disease 
Dosage: Oral administration of 457 mg/kg/day of glucosamine for 2 weeks

Supplementing with glucosamine, a compound found in our cartilage, increases the risk of mortality from dementia in certain individuals while also worsening memory in mice that model dementia. 

Study led by Dr. Ramon Sun on the far right (image: mbi.ufl.edu). 

Brain &amp; Neurons

The NAD+ (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) precursor NR (nicotinamide riboside) counters sleep-deprivation-induced cognitive deficits in rats with excess Alzheimer’s plaques. 


GlyNAC and Exercise for Age-Related Muscle Loss: Mechanisms and Clinical Evidence

Human trials report that GlyNAC and exercise regimens improve dysfunction of the cell’s powerhouses (mitochondria), inflammation, muscle strength, and cognition.

(Some GlyNAC tablets above the chemical structure of GlyNAC | Vitamin Retailer)

GlyNAC supplementation and exercise alleviate mitochondrial dysfunction, lower inflammation, increase muscle strength, and bolster cognition.

Skin &amp; Muscle

Duke University scientists have successfully induced new neuronal connections in the brains of mice, leading to improvements in social interaction and stress resilience. 

Search Result: Cognition

Examining Evidence for the Cognition-Enhancing Potential of the Antioxidant Astaxanthin

Common Joint Health Supplement May Progress Dementia, New Study Finds

NAD+ Booster Counters Cognitive Deficits of Sleep Deprivation, New Study Shows

GlyNAC and Exercise for Age-Related Muscle Loss: Mechanisms and Clinical Evidence

Can We Reverse Memory Loss? Duke Scientists Find New Way to Rewire the Brain