As doctors continue to discuss President Joe Biden's troubling speech and behavior patterns during Thursday night's presidential debate, Dr. Nicole Saphier focuses on natural remedies for cognitive function.
“Cognitive decline is a hot topic right now,” said Saphier, an associate professor at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City and director of breast imaging at Memorial Sloan Kettering in Monmouth, New Jersey, during an appearance on Sunday on “Fox and Friends Weekend.”
An advocate of natural remedies and herbs for certain health aspectsSaphier recommended a trio of supplements to help improve mental focus and prevent dementia.
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“When it comes to improving memory and reducing the risk of cognitive decline, my three favorites are Bacopa monnieri, ginkgo biloba and ginseng,” he told Fox News Channel's Rachel Campos-Duffy.
In studies with human participants, all three supplements have been shown to improve memory, enhance visual recognition and potentially reduce the risk of cognitive decline, according to Saphier.
Dr. Nicole Saphier appeared on “Fox & Friends Weekend” on Sunday to discuss natural remedies to optimize cognitive function. (FoxNews)
Some of the studies have even linked these supplements to a a longer lifeshe said.
“Now, as we know, when it comes to dementia, many times it just gets worse and doesn't get better,” Saphier said.
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“So you want to be eating healthy and lead a healthy life before it happens, to try to reduce the risk.
Bacopa monnieri, ginkgo biloba and ginseng are natural plants, Saphier emphasized.
“I like to take them in liquid nutraceutical forms, because they are better absorbed that way,” he recommended.
Fox News medical contributor Dr. Saphier recommended taking this trio of natural herbs to help boost brain power. (Fox News)
The doctor also noted that not all supplements are created equal.
“Many herbal supplements don't really have positive benefits; they're more of a marketing scheme,” he said.
“But there are some things that are backed by science, and that's all I'm talking about.”
Below, we take a closer look at the three she recommends.
1. What is Bacopa monnieri?
Bacopa (Bacopa monnieri), also known as Brahmi, is a plant that has been used in traditional cooking. Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, according to WebMD.
The plant may help increase chemicals in the brain that aid in learning, memory and other cognitive functions, the website claimed.
Bacopa monnieri can be added to hot water to make tea. (iStock)
It could also potentially serve as a protection mechanism against Alzheimer diseaseaccording to WebMD.
Bacopa is generally safe for adults to consume orally at doses of 300 to 600 mg daily for 12 weeks and can be added to hot water to make tea.
WebMD recommends speaking with a doctor first to determine optimal dosage, possible side effects, and interactions. with other medications.
2. What is ginkgo biloba?
Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is derived from an extract extracted from the fan-shaped leaves of this tree species, according to the Mayo Clinic website.
“While some evidence suggests that ginkgo extract might modestly improve memory in healthy adults, most studies indicate that ginkgo does not improve memory, attention, or brain function,” Mayo Clinic states.
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Gingko can be consumed in the form of a pill, extract, capsule or tea.
“Do not eat raw or roasted ginkgo seeds, which can be poisonous,” warns Mayo Clinic.
Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba) is derived from an extract extracted from the fan-shaped leaves of this tree species. (iStock)
While ginkgo is generally safe for healthy adults to consume in “moderate amounts,” experts say it's best Consult your doctor about possible side effects and drug interactions.
3. What is ginseng?
A popular herbal medicine, ginseng. it's a plant which has long been used in medical treatments in Asia and North America, according to WebMD.
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Although more research is needed to confirm its benefits, some studies have linked ginseng to improved mental focus.
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“There is some preliminary evidence that ginseng may provide a small, short-term boost to concentration and learning,” WebMD stated.
Ginseng, a popular herbal medicine, is a plant that has long been used in medical treatments in Asia and North America. (iStock)
“Some studies on mental performance have combined ginseng with extract of leaves from the ginkgo tree, another traditional remedy that is said to help with dementiaWhile these studies are interesting, many experts believe we need more evidence.”
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Ginseng can be consumed in the form of dried herbs, tea, capsules or powder, according to WebMD.
As with any supplement plan, it is always best to talk to a doctor about dosage, side effects, and drug interactions from the beginning.
