Supplements for Brain Health

Nutri-Calm® [Nervous] is a key product designed to support the nervous system, especially when under stress. During times of stress, the body rapidly loses B vitamins. Nutri-Calm provides generous amounts of these nutrients in a base of herbs known to support optimal nervous system health.   
 
Adults: Take 1 tablet with a meal three times daily. 
                                                        

Stress-J [Nervous]. This anti-stress formula provides nutrients to help facilitate proper function of the nervous system. The formula contains one of the most favored herbs of Europe, chamomile, which is known for its calming effects. This combination is designed for occasional stress relief.

Complementary products include B-complex vitamins, bee pollen and vitamin C.
 
It contains:
Passion flower aerial parts  
Fennel seeds
Feverfew aerial parts
Hops flowers
Chamomile flowers extract
Marshmallow root extract

Available in capsule and liquid glycerin form.

Adults: Take 2–3 capsules with a meal three times daily.
                                                        

Stress Relief TCM Concentrate, Chinese [Nervous] contains the same herbs found in Chinese Stress Relief but in a highly concentrated blend. This combination of 14 herbs and natural substances is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine to support emotional balance and calm a stressed fire constitution.
 
The Chinese call this formula an shen, which can be translated to mean “to pacify the spirit.” These herbs may help to nourish the nervous system and subsequently help improve gastric function and strengthen the urinary system. Its primary nutrients—polygonatum, oyster shell, haliotis shell and fushen—may help support both mental function and the cardiovascular system.
 
Stress Relief TCM contains:
Oyster shell
Albizzia bark
Polygonatum rhizome
Haliotis shell
Fushen sclerotium with root
Acorus rhizome
Curcuma root tuber
Panax ginseng root
Jujuba seed
Polygala root
Coptis rhizome
Cinnamon twig
Ginger rhizome
Licorice root

NOTE: Pregnant or lactating women should consult their health care provider prior to taking this supplement.

Adults: Take one capsule with a meal daily.
                                                        

Tei-Fu® Essential Oils [Nervous] was developed and perfected by a Chinese herbalist several decades ago. This unique formula is based on years of Chinese wisdom and herbal knowledge.
 
Te-Fu Oils contain safflower oil, wintergreen oil, menthol, camphor, clove, eucalyptus and lavender essential oils. Tei-Fu Oils can be used for a wide variety of applications, especially where the refreshing, invigorating properties of essential oils are desired. Avoid contact with eyes, nose and other sensitive areas.

Apply 1–4 drops to desired area and rub in as an aid in conditioning skin.
                                                        

Mood Elevator TCM Concentrate, Chinese [Nervous] contains the same herbs found in Chinese Mood Elevator but in a highly concentrated blend. Traditional Chinese Medicine would consider this a “fire enhancing”  combination to regulate and untrap the chi (vitality).
 
Its two key ingredients, bupleurum root and cyperus rhizome, may support the liver, the organ (according to Chinese philosophy) that plays an integral role in mood.
 
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, when the liver is functioning at its peak, positive mood may be maintained. Its Chinese name jie yu can be translated to mean “relieve depression.”
 
This combination includes: 
Perilla leaves
Cyperus rhizome
Chih-shih fruit
Typhonium rhizome
Aurantium peel
Bamboo sap
Bupleurum root
Cnidium rhizome
Gambir stem
Hoelen sclerotium 
Ophiopogon root tuber
Ginger rhizome
Panax ginseng root
Platycodon root
Tang-kuei root
Coptis rhizome
Licorice root
 
NOTE: Pregnant or lactating women should consult their health care provider prior to taking this supplement.

Adults: Take one capsule with a meal daily.                                                         

5-HTP Power [Nervous] contains hydroxytryptophan, a precursor to serotonin, an important neurotransmitter
that helps regulate appetite, mood and sleep. Hydroxytryptophan is converted into serotonin in the body, which may help elevate mood, assist in controlling hunger and promote restful sleep. NSP 5-HTP Power is a blend of three adaptogenic herbs—eleuthero, ashwaganda and suma—along with 5-HTP to help the body adjust to changes. It also contains vitamin B6 and zinc, which support the action of 5-HTP. Each capsule contains 35 mg of 5-HTP.

CAUTION: If taking a prescription medication, consult a health care practitioner before taking this product. Pregnant or nursing women should seek the advice of a health care practitioner before using this supplement. Do not use this product for more than three months without taking a two-week rest.

Adults: Take 1 capsule three times daily with a meal. The 35 mg of 5-HTP in this product allows flexibility when adjusting serving size.
                                                        

SAM-e [Nervous] (S-Adenosyl-methionine tosylate) helps the body with mood, emotional well-being, energy,  liver health, joint health and mobility. It is a natural compound found in every living cell, and it is involved in important biochemical reactions throughout the body, especially in the manufacture of neurotransmitters in the brain and maintenance of cartilage. SAM-e has been popular in Europe for 20 years.
 
Each tablet contains 200 mg SAM-e (from S-adenosyl-methionine).

CAUTION: If you are taking prescription antidepressants or have bipolar (manic) depression, consult your physician before or during the use of this product. Pregnant or lactating women should consult their health care provider prior to taking this supplement.

Adults: Take 1 tablet once or twice daily on an empty stomach with 8 oz. water.
 
For best results, take SAM-e  with folic acid and Vitamin B12.