Support mind and mood with Phosphatidyl Serine

By Simply Supplements

Phosphatidyl Serine is naturally manufactured in the body to support the transmission of certain neurotransmitters in the brain. It is thought to enhance the communication between cells, especially those in the brain and central nervous system.

Phosphatidyl Serine can be found in certain foods. These include soy, egg yolks, chicken liver, and beef liver. High stress levels, poor diet and the natural ageing process can all interfere with the body’s natural production of Phosphatidyl Serine. In these circumstances, many people find Phosphatidyl Serine supplements to be beneficial.

The ageing brain and memory 

Many studies examining the benefits of Phosphatidyl Serine have focused on its potential ability to support memory. One placebo-controlled study conducted in 2010 monitored 78 mature adults with mild cognitive impairment over a six month period. The findings of the study were published in the Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition and suggest that participants who had been supplementing with Phosphatidyl Serine scored significantly higher in memory tests.

Studies are now looking at the potential of Phosphatidyl Serine to protect against age-related cognitive disorders such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease..

Depression 

Preliminary studies also indicate that Phosphatidyl Serine may help to reduce depression. Findings from a 2004 study published in Progress in Neuropsychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry show that Phosphatidyl Serine may have an antidepressive effect. Although these results are promising, due to the scale of the studies  more research is needed before any firm conclusions are drawn.

Are there any side effects? 

To date, studies have recorded no adverse side effects from supplementation with Phosphatidyl Serine.

Phosphatidyl Serine Complex from Simply Supplements combines beneficial levels of Phosphatidyl Serine with Ginkgo Biloba and Korean Ginseng. These herbs are thought to improve the body’s absorption of Phosphatidyl Serine, whilst providing their own unique benefits. These include enhanced blood circulation and improved energy levels.