What are nerve supplements?
Nerve supplements are nutritional supplements designed to support the health and function of the nervous system. They often contain vitamins, minerals, herbal extracts, and other nutrients.
These supplements can contribute to nerve function, the protective layer of the nerves (myelin sheath), and a healthy balance of neurotransmitters.
How do nerve supplements work?
These are some of the key components you'll find in nerve supplements:
Vitamins
Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, and C are beneficial for the nervous system. Our vitamin B complex contains only the very best B vitamins in their bioactive form, so they are quickly absorbed and can be used immediately by the body.
Minerals
Certain minerals, such as magnesium, copper, potassium, and iodine, play a vital role in nerve function. Are you having trouble getting enough of these minerals daily? We offer several powerful formulas to support your daily needs, such as our 28-in-1 Multi Premium .
5-MTHF
5-MTHF from Quatrefolic® supports the production of neurotransmitters . Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that transmit signals between nerve cells. A good balance of neurotransmitters allows nerve cells to communicate effectively with each other.
This bioactive form of folic acid is easily absorbed by the body without additives. You can find 5-MTHF from Quatrefolic® in products such as Multi Premium and vitamin B complex (combined with vitamin B12 and active B6).
Antioxidants
Antioxidants help keep nerve cells healthy by protecting them from harmful molecules (free radicals). (1)
In particular, antioxidants from plants , such as those from herbs and vitamins, support the structure and function of nerve cells, thus helping to maintain the health of the nervous system. (2)
Spices
In many cultures, herbs such as Ginkgo Biloba and Passionflower are used to support the nervous system, often for their plant compounds and antioxidants. (3) (4).
Although the scientific evidence is not yet sufficient to say more about their effectiveness, some claims are currently being assessed by the European Commission. This means that these claims are being evaluated to determine whether they can be approved for use in supplements and therapeutic products.
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- Cui, X., Lin, Q., & Liang, Y. (2020). Plant-Derived Antioxidants Protect the Nervous System From Aging by Inhibiting Oxidative Stress. Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience , 12 . https://doi.org/10.3389/fnagi.2020.00209
- Biernacka, P., Adamska, I., & Felisiak, K. (2023). The Potential of Ginkgo biloba as a Source of Biologically Active Compounds—A Review of the Recent Literature and Patents. Molecules , 28 (10), 3993. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules28103993
- Janda, K., Wojtkowska, K., Jakubczyk, K., Antoniewicz, J., & Skonieczna-Żydecka, K. (2020). Passiflora incarnata in Neuropsychiatric Disorders—A Systematic Review. Nutrients , 12 (12), 3894. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu12123894
