Research & Ingredient References
NourishMind Focus is formulated with clinically researched branded ingredients and nutrient-rich botanicals selected at intentional, formula-relevant doses. The studies below relate to the individual ingredients used in the formula. They are provided for transparency and are not intended to imply that NourishMind Focus diagnoses, treats, cures, or prevents any disease.
Premium Branded Ingredients
We use clinically researched, third-party-tested branded ingredients from established suppliers:
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CognatiQ® / NeuroFactor® — Whole coffee fruit extract from FutureCeuticals.
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Cognizin® Citicoline — Patented citicoline from Kyowa Hakko.
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Suntheanine® L-Theanine — Patented pure L-theanine from Taiyo.
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Synapsa® Bacopa — Standardized Bacopa monnieri extract from PLT Health Solutions.
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affron® Saffron — Standardized saffron extract from Pharmactive Biotech.
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Research References
Coffee Fruit Extract (CognatiQ® / NeuroFactor®)
- Reyes-Izquierdo T, et al. (2013). Modulatory effect of coffee fruit extract on plasma levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor in healthy subjects. British Journal of Nutrition. PubMed 23312069
- Robinson JL, et al. (2024). Whole Coffee Cherry Extract Improves Working Memory and Response Inhibition: Acute and Longitudinal Results from a Remote, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. Nutrients. PubMed 39064791 | Full text (PMC)
L-Theanine + Caffeine (Suntheanine®)
- Owen GN, et al. (2008). The combined effects of L-theanine and caffeine on cognitive performance and mood. Nutritional Neuroscience. PubMed 18681988
- Haskell CF, et al. (2008). The effects of L-theanine, caffeine and their combination on cognition and mood. Biological Psychology. PubMed 18006208
- Giesbrecht T, et al. (2010). The combination of L-theanine and caffeine improves cognitive performance and increases subjective alertness. Nutritional Neuroscience. PubMed 21040626
Citicoline (Cognizin®)
- McGlade E, et al. (2012). Improved attentional performance following citicoline administration in healthy adult women. Food and Nutrition Sciences. Full text
- Nakazaki E, et al. (2021). Citicoline and Memory Function in Healthy Older Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. Journal of Nutrition. PubMed 33978188 | Full text (PMC)
Bacopa monnieri (Synapsa®)
- Stough C, et al. (2008). Examining the nootropic effects of a special extract of Bacopa monniera on human cognitive functioning: 90-day double-blind placebo-controlled randomized trial. Phytotherapy Research. PubMed 18683852
- Stough C, et al. (2001). The chronic effects of an extract of Bacopa monniera on cognitive function in healthy human subjects. Psychopharmacology. PubMed 11498727
Saffron (affron®)
- Kell G, et al. (2017). affron® a novel saffron extract (Crocus sativus L.) improves mood in healthy adults over 4 weeks in a double-blind, parallel, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Complementary Therapies in Medicine. PubMed 28735826
Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus)
- Mori K, et al. (2009). Improving effects of the mushroom Yamabushitake (Hericium erinaceus) on mild cognitive impairment: a double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial. Phytotherapy Research. PubMed 18844328
Cordyceps militaris
- Hirsch KR, et al. (2017). Cordyceps militaris improves tolerance to high-intensity exercise after acute and chronic supplementation. Journal of Dietary Supplements. PubMed 27408987
Cocoa Flavanols
- Brickman AM, et al. (2014). Enhancing dentate gyrus function with dietary flavanols improves cognition in older adults. Nature Neuroscience. PubMed 25344629
MCT Oil
- Reger MA, et al. (2004). Effects of beta-hydroxybutyrate on cognition in memory-impaired adults. Neurobiology of Aging. PubMed 15123336
Note: MCTs are rapidly converted into ketones, which the brain can use as an alternative energy source. This study examined the cognitive effects of elevated ketone levels.
† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.