Nervonic acid, present in breast milk, is a long-chain fatty acid critical for neuronal development and brain health.1
It is an essential nootropic for the growth and maintenance of brain physiology and peripheral nerve tissue.
It comprises 60% of the sphingomyelin fatty acids in the white matter of the brain, participating in the biosynthesis and maintenance of the myelin sheath of nerve cells, the alteration of which in the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerve can cause neurological deficits, such as vision problems, weakness, impaired sensitivity, and behavioral or cognitive problems.
In-vivo tests show how daily supplementation of nervonic acid promotes improved cognitive function and memory.
High serum levels of nervonic acid have also been correlated with a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, allowing nervonic acid to be associated, even though preliminarily, with a neurodegeneration-preventive action.2
In addition to promoting neuronal cell function and cognitive function through the proper conduction of nerve impulses, mechanical protection, and nutritional sustenance, nervonic acid is also an essential nutrient in terms of neuroprotection.3
It exerts anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory action, reducing pro-inflammatory factor levels and maintaining normal cell physiology.4
Therefore, owing to its excellent bio-functions in promoting human health, nervonic acid is an excellent nutraceutical candidate for healthy aging.
Our Brain 5:5® formulation contains the exclusive NutraBrain®, a patented ingredient based on Brassica Rapa dry extract titrated at 90% in nervonic acid.
In-vitro absorption studies conducted at Pavia University utilizing a dynamic system on Caco-2 corroborate NutraBrain®. The data show that our intestinal barrier can absorb 44% of the active ingredient just 4 hours after intake.
NutraBrain® is a physiological anti-oxidant adjuvant, ideal for stimulating neuronal communication and promoting brain function and memory capacities.
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