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VINPOCETINE 15 MG - 90 VEGI-CAPS
 
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VINPO-15 SUPPORTS CEREBRAL METABOLISM.

Originally found in the periwinkle, Vinpocetine (from Voacanga africana seed) is a phytonutrient with remarkable brain boosting abilities. Vinpocetine supports brain function by improving brain metabolism through increasing cerebral microcirculation and the delivery of glucose and oxygen across the blood-brain barrier, while increasing ATP synthesis. Studies show Vinpocetine may benefit those concerned with cognitive enhancement, hearing function, eye health and more. Does not interact with anticoagulant (“blood thinning”) medications. A good choice for those who are sensitive to ginkgo. [VEGI-CAPS]
 

1 CAPSULE CONTAINS:

Vinpocetine 15mg
   
OTHER INGREDIENTS: microcrystalline cellulose.  
CAPSULE: vegetarian (hydroxypropylmethlcellulose,  
gellan gum, water, potassium acetate).  

PRODUCT FORMAT:

90 v-caps


IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Free of all common allergens, including: wheat, dairy, eggs, corn, soy, and yeast.
 

RELATED ARTICES:

Brain Health

Memory

Eye Health

Articles by a Naturopathic doctor.


 

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS:

 Improves memory, mental fatigue

 Supports visual health and hearing 

Ideal for age related memory loss and overall cognitive support 

 Directly supports delivery of oxygen to the brain


DOSAGE:

Take one to three capsules daily, or as directed by a health consultant.


MANUFACTURED BY:

AOR
Clinical dosage and therapeutic specialty supplements recommended by practitioners for their purity, potency, and effectiveness.  > view other products from AOR
 

Vinpocetine and Brain Health

To function optimally, the brain needs a steady supply of nutrients, including glucose for fuel and oxygen with which to burn it, creating ATP, the cellular energy reserve. Many people rely on Ginkgo biloba to help ensure the delivery of these nutrients, because it enhances cerebral micocirculation - the flow of blood into the tiny capillaries feeding  the cells of the brain.  But Ginkgo has its limits as a cognitive-enhancing botanical. It has little impact on the brain function beyond this one effect, as well Ginkgo cannot be used by persons taking blood thinning drugs.

A phytonutrient found in the periwinkle (Vinca minor) and originally developed by the Hungarian pharmaceutical giant Richte transcends these limitations.  Vinpocetine is a true cerebral metabolic enhancer.  While Vinpocetine, like Ginkgo biloba, enhances cerebral microcirculation, Vinpocetine is especially remarkable in this regard, as it does so without  reducing blood flow elsewhere in the body - by reducing the resistance of fine blood vessels in the brain.

Vinpocetine also supports brain metabolism by mechanism not related to its effects on microcirualtion. First, by enhancing red blood cells' ability to 'flex' their shape so as to more easily cross the blood-brain barrier ( the layer tight cell-to-cell contacts that protects the brain from a potentially-toxic environment), Vinpocetine directly supports the delivery of oxygen to the brain. Additionally, Vinpocetine facilitates the take-up and release of blood sugar across the blood-brain barrier, supporting optimal partitioning of fuel supplies. 

Food for your Brain!

Although the brain and nervous system is somewhat protected from factors which can invade other body cells, its segregation also makes it prone to the build-up of toxins and other harmful agents.  Because it contains a significant amount of fat, fat-soluble toxins like heavy metals, and environmental chemicals, like DDT, can concentrate in the brain.

Poor diet hampers the functioning of the central nervous system because it is an extremely vital area that has high metabolic requirements.  The brain uses only the sugar, glucose, for energy.  Unlike other body cells, it cannot use protein or fat if sugar is unavailable.  Everyone has felt the foggy feeling in your head when your brain is lacking sugar.  And then, after consuming a sugary snack or drink, the temporary increase in alertness you feel.


Fats, amino acids and vitamins must also be in abundant supply for nervous system functioning.  The brain and nerve sheaths are made of fats that are deficient in the standard North American diet.  This results in compromised nerve conduction and brain cell communication.  Amino acids are obtained in the diet from protein and make up neurotransmitters.  Neurotransmitters are nervous system hormones that coordinate brain cell functions.  Several vitamins, especially B vitamins, are important for the production of neurotransmitters and the efficiency of nerve transmissions.

Undergo regular detoxification, under the guidance of a health professional, to rid the body of toxins.  Drink 2L of filtered water daily to help to flush toxins from the system.  Essential fatty acids stabilize the nerve sheath.  Flax, pumpkin and sunflower seed oils should be a daily addition to the diet.  Fish also contain essential fatty acids but are usually contaminated with heavy metals. Saturated fats from animal sources, margarine and shortening interfere with the use of essential fatty acids and should be avoided.  Consume foods that are high in lecithin and B vitamins including green, leafy vegetables, nutritional yeast and soy products.  Eat more fibre and protein, as it helps to stabilize blood sugar.

Memory Enhancement

Memory lapses affect everyone at some point in time.  They are frustrating and can become worrisome if one thinks that their memory capacity is decreasing.  Although the brain and nervous system is somewhat protected from factors which can invade other body cells, its segregation also makes it prone to the build-up of toxins and other harmful agents. Because it contains a significant amount of fat, fat-soluble toxins like heavy metals, and environmental chemicals, like DDT, can concentrate in the brain leading to poor memory. 

Poor diet hampers memory because the brain is an extremely vital area that has high metabolic requirements. The brain uses only the sugar, glucose, for energy.  Fluctuating blood sugar is not conducive to optimal brain functioning and memory.  Fats, amino acids and vitamins must also be in abundant supply for nervous system functioning.  The brain and nerve sheaths are made of fats that are deficient in the standard North American diet.  This results in compromised nerve conduction and brain cell communication, which can compromise memory.  Stress and emotional upset impact on memory by depleting neurotransmitters and leading to a build –up of damaging agents called free radicals.  Free radicals have been associated with the degeneration of the brain.

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