Graymatter Bright Mind Starter Kit - Travel Packs

L-Alpha glycerylphosphorylcholine is a natural choline compound found in the brain.

What it does:

Increases brain levels of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine that is essential for memory and learning. Acetylcholine requires Vitamin B1 (thiamine), and Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) for synthesis. Vitamin C also induces the release of acetylcholine from synaptic vesicles on neurons. Which means Vitamin C (included) is required for neuronal signaling transmission.

Fatty substance that covers and protects the cells in your brain and carries messages between them.

What it does:

Phosphatidylserine plays an important role in regulating cortisol levels and keeping your mind and memory sharp. It is well established that PS is required for healthy nerve cell membranes and myelin, the fat layer that connects & protects your neurons.

a nonessential amino acid the body makes from another amino acid called phenylalanine.

What it does:

L-Tyrosine is the precusor to dopamine and is an essential component to produce several important brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, including epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine. Dopamine regulates your reward and motivation centers. It is an important brain chemical for memory, fine motor skills, and reducing the symptoms of ADHD.

an alkaloid compound extracted from a club moss called Huperzia serrata.

What it does:

It increases levels of a chemical called acetylcholine, which is important for memory and thinking. People use huperzine A to improve memory and mental function as it has been touted to have a number of neuroprotective and “nootropic” cognitive-enhancing properties.

Nitrosigine® is a patented complex of Bonded Arginine Silicate. It is a powerful and safe non-stimulant ingredient that has been clinically proven for safety and efficacy in 30 studies.

What it does:

Accelerates ingestion and increases blood flow to help the entire Bright Mind stack with absorption and utilization within the body & mind. Nitrosignine is also a powerful nootropic. A recent study found that it supported cognitive health and memory.

(Hericium erinaceus) is a mushroom that has been used in East Asian medicine for thousands of years.

What it does:

Improves cognition and reduces anxiety. It also has strong anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immune-boosting abilities. Studies show Lion's Mane improves nerve function and also protects nerves from damage.

An evergreen shrub that grows in Asia and Africa.

What it does:

Widely used adaptogen to reduce stress and increase executive function, reaction time, attention, and memory. One study demonstrated that adults who took 300 milligrams of ashwagandha daily for 8 weeks had lower levels of anxiety and fatigue.

(Rhodiola rosea) is a plant that grows in cold parts of Europe and Asia. The root has a long history of use in traditional medicine.

What it does:

It is widely used to stimulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, enhance work performance, relieve fatigue, and prevent high altitude sickness. Studies report that Rhodiola improves learning and memory function.

a plant that grows in Korea, China, and Siberia and is an adaptogen, a natural substance that stimulate resistance to stressors.

What it does:

Improves brain functions like memory and mood. It is also known to reduce oxidative stress and mental fatigue. It has been shown that taking Panax ginseng improves cognitive function and reaction times in healthy people.

a mushroom fungus that lives on certain caterpillars in the high mountain regions of China. Most cordyceps supplements are made in a lab.

What it does:

Cordyceps have been shown to improve many aspects of cognitive performance including learning capacity and memory. In alternative medicine, cordyceps is seen as a natural energy booster.

Vitamin C is a nutrient your body needs to form blood vessels, cartilage, muscle and collagen in bones. Vitamin C is also vital to your body's healing process. B vitamins are a group of water-soluble vitamins that are essential for the body's energy and metabolism

What it does:

Vitamin C is needed for energy yielding metabolism. It aids in the conversion of fat into energy, helping fight fatigue and keep you awake and alert. B vitamins help the body convert food into energy. They are essential for the prolonged stamina Bright Mind delivers.

Finely ground tea known for its calm stimulant effects. It is a high antioxidant that help prevent chronic disease and cell damage.

What it does:

Matcha is known to enhance brain function. It contains natural caffeine and L-Theanine known to improve brain function and helps with concentration, relaxation and focus. Matcha is better than synthetic caffeine because it does not lead to a crash in energy often associated with synthetic caffeine.

Guarana (Paullinia cupana) is a plant that is from the Amazon.

What it does:

a natural source of caffeine known to reduce fatigue, boost energy, and aid learning and memory. The molecular mechanisms underlying the effects of Guarana is not clear yet and likely involves many cross-reacting pathways. The Guarana seeds contain 4 times the amount of caffeine of a coffee bean. Other guarana components, such as saponins and tannins, provide extra stimulant effects.

Maca is a Peruvian plant grown in the Andes mountains. It is a cruciferous vegetable, meaning that it is related to broccoli, cabbage, and kale.

What it does:

The most well-known benefit of maca root is increased endurance. Maca provides Stamina and is also known to uplift mood.

a type of tea that is made from the leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis and widely consumed across the world for it's positive effects on longevity.

What it does:

Provides natural caffeine and L-Theanine for a calm alert feeling. It improves brain function and protects against age-related cognitive decline. The ECGC polyphenol compounds in green tea are potent antioxidants that protect against cellular damage caused by free radicals.

Lutein is one of two major carotenoids found in the human eye (macula and retina).

What it does:

It is thought to function as a light filter, protecting the eye tissues from blue light and sunlight damage.

a red pigment that belongs to a group of chemicals called carotenoids. It occurs in certain algae and causes the pink-red color in salmon.

What it does:

Astaxanthin is an antioxidant that protects cells from damage. Astaxanthin nutritional supplements can decrease blurred vision, eye strain, and visual acuity. The benefits of astaxanthin for combatting eye fatigue may actually be due to its ability to relax the certain eye muscles and increase blood flow to the retinal capillaries.

a fat-soluble vitamin main role is to act as an antioxidant, scavenging loose electrons—so-called “free radicals”—that can damage cells.

What it does:

Vitamin E helps protect your eyes against damaging free radicals. It's used in a daily supplements and high amounts in your diet may be associated with a reduced risk of cataracts.