The cognitive abilities of the brain decline with age and with diseases, but this is a process that can be significantly slowed down. In addition to a healthy diet and an appropriate amount of physical activity, providing the brain with safe-to-use substances that support its functioning is of great importance for maintaining the brain’s cognitive abilities. Citicoline is one of these substances. How does it work?
Citicoline sources and benefits of supplementation
Citicoline (CDP-choline) is well-known for increasing the level of various important neurotransmitters, such as acetylcholine and dopamine, and it plays a role in the synthesis of brain cell membranes and phospholipids. It also increases circulation to the brain and shows very promising results in mitigating age-related cognitive decline, helping the brain to maintain its function and reducing the risk of cognitive disorders related to aging.
Unfortunately, the amount of Citicoline available naturally from foods is too small for therapeutic purposes, not to mention that these foods often can’t be considered a part of a healthy diet, as Citicoline is mainly found in liver, kidneys, brain, and in smaller amounts in broccoli, fish, eggs and cauliflower. Therapeutically meaningful doses of Citicoline must be provided by supplementation with high-quality dietary supplements, like Cerebrocholin – one of the best sources of purest and highly bioavailable Citicoline chemically identical to the naturally synthesized one.