By Christine Cheng, R.Ph. and Fred Cheng, R.Ph.
Concussions and other brain injuries can sometimes be more debilitating than physical injuries. Whether they are sustained from car accident, a sports accident, or a household accident, brain injuries can leave the sufferer with troubles concentrating, memory problems, irritability, anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and more. Although it is not yet known why some people will recover more quickly than others from a similar type of brain injury, all victims can benefit from the same approach to healing. Following doctors’ orders for adequate rest and appropriate stimulation is of paramount importance. Proper nutrition will also be a key part of the treatment plan.
Many herbal products and nutraceuticals (i.e., food-based supplements with medicinal benefits) have been used for hundreds of years to help with improving cognition and brain function. A relatively new product called BRAIN EVOLVE by Bennet’s Choice is the first combination product that aims to heal the brain. Developed by a naturopath with a history working alongside the medical staff of various professional sports teams, the blend of ingredients in Brain Evolve supports the health and healing of the brain in three ways: it limits inflammation in the brain, provides nutrients to the brain to maintain neural cell integrity and function, and helps to balance hormones to improve sleep and recovery. This is the only product on the market that is NSF Certified for Sport as an aid to heal concussion and is patented in the U.S.A. as a treatment for mild traumatic brain injury. But its benefits are not limited to athletes. Anyone with any type of brain injury, simply wishes to improve mental clarity, focus, or energy, or who is hoping to improve brain health to be more resilient against neurological decline (e.g., dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, recovery from stroke) can benefit.
Brain Evolve consists of 16 ingredients: curcumin, acetylcarnitine, R-alpha lipoic acid, quercetin, taurine, astaxanthin, epigallocatechin 3-gallate, glycine, L-glutamin, ginkgo biloba, creatine monohydrate, melatonin, N-acetyl-L-cysteine, phosphatidylserine, phosphatidylcholine, and D-ribose. There are no fillers or other additives in this original formula. It is best taken in the evening before bedtime as it can promote a deeper sleep. Having said that, it will not cause any residual drowsiness in the morning.
Although it is safe for most individuals, it is always recommended to discuss with your healthcare provider before starting any supplement. Come talk to our Integrative Health Pharmacists at Cloverdale Pharmasave and Pharmasave Steveston Village to learn more. Come listen to Matthew Bennet, the developer of Brain Evolve talk about brain health and supplementation at our upcoming Ladies’ Health Night event on May 25th, 2019 at our Cloverdale Pharmasave location.
Christine and Fred Cheng are a passionate, charismatic sister-brother pharmacist team at their unique, family-owned and operated Pharmasave stores in Cloverdale and Steveston, B.C. They specialize in natural remedies and compounding for both human and veterinarian use. Everything mentioned in their article is available InStore.
***All information posted and shared by Cloverdale Pharmasave is offered to provide information and choices regarding nutritional support for various health concerns, none of which is intended to be a treatment protocol for any disease state. The information does not replace seeking professional advice from your physician. Consult your health care practitioner before taking dietary supplements.
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