ACTIVE SUBSTANCES
Caffeine (more than 35 000 studies) – is a powerful stimulant which improves concentration, coordination and performance. Ours comes from high quality coffee beans.
- Helps increase alertness and brightness
- Helps improve concentration
- Helps increase endurance performance capacity
Studies:
- A review of caffeine’s effects on cognitive, physical and occupational performance. – PMID: 27612937
- The effects of L-theanine, caffeine and their combination on cognition and mood. – PMID: 18006208
L-theanine (more than 250 studies) – is a potent antioxidant, a physical and psychological stimulant and an amino acid that promotes relaxation and reduces stress. It acts synergistically with caffeine. Ours comes from green tea leaves.
- Antioxidant
- Physical and mental stimulation
- Cognitive performance
- Cognitive and mental health
- Concentration – sleep
- Vigilance – relaxation
- Body refreshment – mental and physical functions
- Natural defensibility – immune system
Studies:
- Effects of L-Theanine Administration on Stress-Related Symptoms and Cognitive Functions in Healthy Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial. – PMID: 31623400
- Anti-Stress, Behavioural and Magnetoencephalography Effects of an l-Theanine-Based Nutrient Drink: A Randomised, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial. – PMID: 26797633
Ashwagandha KSM-66® (more than 1 200 studies) – is an antioxidant and adaptogen. It reduces stress, supports the immune system, and enhances memory and concentration. Ashwagandha KSM-66® is the highest concentration of Ashwagandha extract in the world, supported by extensive research, that provides multiple health benefits.
- Antioxidant
- Adaptogen
- Mental and cognitive activity
- Mental health and relaxation
- Concentration, fatigue
- Energy – vitality – muscles – endurance
- Rejuvenation
You can find more information about Ashwagandha in our blog post – Ashwagandha KSM-66 – the best Ashwagandha.
Studies:
- A prospective, randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled study of safety and efficacy of a high-concentration full-spectrum extract of ashwagandha root in reducing stress and anxiety in adults. – PMID: 23439798
- According to some studies, this herb can improve cognitive function – PMID: 24497737, 28471731
- For stress and anxiety – The prospective, randomized-blind, placebo-controlled study of safety and efficacy of high-concentration full spectrum extract of ashwagandha root in reducing stress and anxiety in adults (published in Indian journal of psychological medicine, 2012)
- For male sexual function – Clinical evaluation of the spermatogenic activity of the root extract of ashwagandha in oligospermic males (published in Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine, 2013)
- For cardiorespiratory endurance – Efficacy of ashwagandha in improving cardiorespiratory endurance in healthy athletic adults (published in AYU, 2015)
- For muscle strength and recovery – Examining the effect of withania somnifera supplementation on muscle strength recovery (published in journal of the international society of sport nutrition, 2015)
- For memory and cognition – Efficacy and safety of ashwagandha root extract in improving memory and cognitive function (published in – journal of dietary supplements, 2017)
Rhodiola rosea (herb extract with 3% rosavins and 1% salidrosides) (more than 900 studies) – is an antioxidant and adaptogen. Its root contains more than 140 active ingredients, the two most potent of which are rosavin and salidroside, which help to reduce tiredness in case of stress.
- Antioxidant
- Adaptogen
- Cognitive and mental performance
- Fatigue – stress
- Emotional comfort – stress
- Physical performance, and condition
You can find more information about Rhodiola rosea in our blog post – Rhodiola rosea – get stress and fatigue under control.
Studies:
Citicoline (more than 30 studies) – may increase levels of acetylcholine in the brain. Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter (chemicals that neurons use to communicate with each other) that is important for memory and learning.
- Stimulation of brain neurotransmitters, acetylcholine
- Contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
Vitamin B6 (more than 5 700 studies) – contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. It also contributes to normal functioning of the nervous and immune system and normal psychological functioning.
- Contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system
- contributes to proper psychological functioning
- contributes to the reduction of exhaustion and fatigue
- contributes to normal energy metabolism
- contributes to the normal metabolism of homocysteine
- Contributes to the normal functioning of the immune system
Studies:
- Vitamin B6 level is associated with symptoms of depression (Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics). – PMID: 15479988
- Vitamin B6 status, deficiency and its consequences–an overview. – PMID: 17260529
- The effect of vitamin B6 on cognition. – PMID: 14584010
- Vitamin B6 reduces oxidative stress in lungs and liver in experimental sepsis. – PMID: 31800708
Piperine extract (more than 1 200 studies) – is an antioxidant that contributes to normal functioning of the nervous system. It is obtained from black pepper fruits and is well-known for its bio-enhancing potential.
- Antioxidant
- Normal nervous system activity
- Normal digestion
- Normal skin condition
Studies:
- Effect of piperine, a major component of black pepper, on the intestinal absorption of fexofenadine and its implication on food-drug interaction (Journal of Food Science). – PMID: 20492299
- Piperine, the potential functional food for mood and cognitive disorders (Food and Chemical Toxicology). – PMID: 18639606
Ingredients: Sweeteners (Xylitol, Sorbitol, Steviol glycosides, Sucralose), Ashwagandha root extract (Withania somnifera), L-theanine, Caffeine, Golden root extract (Rhodiola rosea), Hypromellose (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose), acidity regulator (Malic acid), Citicoline (Cytidine 5′-diphosphocholine), Raspberry flavour, colorant (Beetroot red), anti-caking agents (Magnesium stearate, Silicon dioxide), Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), Black pepper extract (Piper nigrum)
