Is it safe to take dietary supplements to improve cognitive skills?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 23-year-old female college student. I feel that my cognitive skills are weaker compared to others, and I often feel anxious. Can dietary supplements help improve brain function? Is it safe for me to start taking them? I would like to know more about the connection between the brain and dietary supplements.

Please help.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I went through your query.

Having balanced food is important for all over health and for mental health too. Vitamin B complex for mental health is very beneficial. Some benefits of vitamin B are given below:

1. Prevent mental decline: The three types of vitamin B that help to avoid a mental decline are B6, B12, and B9 (Folic acid). Additionally, these three vitamins also prevent dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

2. Act as dopamine boosters: Dopamine is a neurotransmitter inside the brain that boosts productivity, motivation, and focus among human beings. This helps to ensure your mental well-being and keeps you mentally happy. Vitamin B enhances your brain health by facilitating an increase in dopamine levels.

3. Lets you avoid mental disorders: The deficiency of vitamin B12 leads to certain mental disorders like dementia, brain atrophy, brain shrinkage, depression, and schizophrenia. You can avoid this condition by taking vitamin B12 supplements.

4. Sharpen memory: There are various forms of vitamin B supplements that are good for mental health. They will help you regain the optimal state of mind.

You can add all animal products that are rich in vitamin B12 along with fermented products and sprouts with a few greens.

I also suggest you follow the instructions mentioned below.

1) Set up a morning routine and practice meditation.

2) Do a minimum of 15 minutes of workout.

3) Start socializing with your friends and family.

4) Plan your studies and study accordingly.

Kindly consult a specialist, talk with them, and take medications with their consent.

Hope it helps.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At June 21, 2024
Reviewed AtJune 21, 2024

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