Lion's Mane Mushroom: Studies have found that lion's mane extract can also help regenerate brain cells and improve the functioning of the hippocampus, a region of the brain responsible for processing memories and emotional responses. It's shown to help speed recovery from nervous system injuries, boost immune system, and reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.
Ginkgo Biloba: Ginkgo biloba is a plant extract used to alleviate symptoms associated with cognitive deficits, e.g., decreased memory performance, lack of concentration, decreased alertness, tinnitus, and dizziness. Pharmacologic studies have shown that the therapeutic effect of ginkgo is based on several active constituents with vasoactive and free radical-scavenging properties. It's often used to help dementia patients.
Matcha: Matcha is very high in l-theanine, a unique compound that reduces stress and helps produce a state of calm and focus. Together, the caffeine and l-theanine present in matcha work to improve cognitive function and clarity, making matcha an ideal tea for aiding studying and boosting brainpower.
Gotu Kola: Gotu kola has the ability to enhance memory and nerve function, which gives it high potential in treating Alzheimer's disease. In fact, one 2012 study on mice found that gotu kola extract had a positive effect on behavioral abnormalities in mice with Alzheimer's disease.
Yerba Mate: It enhances memory, mood, and alertness. It makes you more motivated and productive by stimulating production of the neurotransmitter dopamine. But besides caffeine, yerba mate contains two related compounds, theobromine and theophylline. These three alkaloids work together to provide unique, mild stimulant effects, as they also do in coffee, chocolate, and tea.
Peppermint: Peppermint can have notable effects on the human brain by enhancing cognitive functions. Recent research has found that peppermint could improve memory, reasoning, concept formation, attention span, and problem solving.
CBD: CBD has shown the ability to reverse and even prevent the development of Alzheimer's negative impact. Researchers found that CBD promotes the growth and development of brain cells, reducing the decline of memory and other brain functions.