Can Supplements Make You Smarter?

Are you a movie buff? Then perhaps you've seen the recent sci-fi thriller, Limitless, where the movie's lead character -- played by Bradley Cooper -- is introduced to NZT, a fictional drug that unlocks 100% of his brain's capacity. A commercial for the fake drug (that became a viral video on the Internet) promises radical benefits and even more extreme risks (as so often seen in current pharmaceutical commercials).

While the idea of accessing 100% of our brain's capacity is a rather fantastical stretch, gratefully there are actual methods (dramatically safer and saner ones, in fact) to support brain and cognitive health and well-being. Tell you more, you say? Well, certainly... so glad you asked.

Throughout the brain and nervous system, we have billions of tiny neurons sending and receiving signals at each and every moment. Each of these neurons are protected by their own little membrane providing both protection and a means for communication for the contents of the cell. Through a series of chemical and electrical impulses, this communication network is responsible for our cognitive and nervous system functioning (fascinating, yes?)

The major structural components of these cell membranes are phospholipds, and in addition to holding cell membranes together, phospholipids coordinate the activities of enzymes, receptors, and other proteins involved in healthy cognitive function.

As we age, membrane functions slow down, and the membranes themselves are highly susceptible to damage. Brain cell membranes are especially at risk, with wear and tear resulting in poor neuron communication, and decline of memory and cognitive function.

Research in phospholipids, most notably phosphatidylserine (also known as Neuro PS), has yielded not only valuable insights on the brain's chemistry, but also on the development of effective supplements to support healthy cognition and the aging brain. Considered to be the “master switch” of cell membrane functions, phosphatidylserine is located primarily in the inner-most area of a cell's membrane, and is responsible for directing neurons in communicating more effectively, and activating key enzymes involved in the cell communication process.

Phosphatidylserine, as a supplement, has been studied for about 50 years and has an outstanding track record in both human and animal studies for supporting healthy cognitive function. Like its fellow phospholipids, phosphatidylserine is believed to work by strengthening cell membranes, thus protecting them and their contents from damage -- particularly from the stress hormone cortisol – and improving the ability of cells to communicate with other cells.

If you have already tried this remarkable supplement, then you may have a testimonial of your own. But, if not, you can read what other members are saying about Neuro PS.

And to reward this potent product's current fans and encourage newbies to try it out, the Co-op team is offering, Neuro PS at 15% off through Sunday, August 14th (that's a savings of $3.90 per bottle!).

Note: No coupon needed for this special. Simply add Neuro PS to your cart for instant savings. And while this handy supplement certainly won't give you access to 100% of your brain's capacity, it just may provide you the added support you've been looking for.