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Other Combinations30 servings
All 3 actives we can check reach a studied dose.
Dose 3 of 3 reach a studied dose
How to takeRead the entire label and follow the directions carefully prior to use. Directions: Take three (3) capsules one to three times daily with food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Suggested duration of use: start at least 5 days prior to a diagnostic protocol and continue taking until the bottle is complete.
How it scores
Does the dose do anything?
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organic Spirulina powder
At the studied dose4.01 g / day studies used 4.5-6 g · 2 studies
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Lemon Balm extract
At the studied dose600 mg / day studies used 300-700 mg · 8 studies
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Gingko extract
At the studied dose120 mg / day studies used 24-240 mg · 49 studies
What it's studied for
- Word findingA
Improve word finding
Psychiatric & neurological
- DepressionB
Ease depression symptoms
Mood & depression
- Food intakeC
Eat fewer calories
Weight management
- FocusA
Sharpen focus
Attention & executive function
- Mental flexibilityA
Improve mental flexibility
Attention & executive function
What's in it
Serving size 3 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
- organic Spirulina powder 1,335 mg -
- Phycocyanin - -
- Lemon Balm extract 200 mg -
- Gingko extract as Gingko Flavone Glycosides, Ginkgolic Acid, Total Terpene Lactones 40 mg -
Other ingredients
Clean formula. The inactive ingredients are standard capsule components.
- Vegetable Cellulose: bulking agent
- Rice Extract Blend
- Maltodextrin: cheap filler; ok in probiotics
- Silica: flow agent; inert but filler
Reported interactions
- Interacts with:
- Clopidogrel ·Drug:warfarin ·Warfarin ·Ticlopidine ·Antiepileptic drugs (valproate, phenytoin, others) ·Antithrombotic_agents ·Risperidone ·Trazodone
- Side effects:
- Death ·Seizure ·Angina pectoris ·Intracranial_hemorrhage ·Nausea ·Bloating
From research databases. Not medical advice — talk to your physician.
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