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Feed your Brain with Phosphatidylserine

If I were struggling with frequent "senior moments" phosphatidylserine (abbreviated PS) is one of the first supplements I'd consider taking.

I'm thankful I've not yet experienced this health challenge, but if you, or a loved one is struggling with forgetfulness or other "age related mental decline" I would strongly recommend you give PS a try.

What in the World is PS Anyway?

PS is a phospholipid extract made from Soy. If your like me, you're thinking... Great, so what does that mean? It means PS is a kind of fat that they make from soy, or more specifically, from lecithin.

However, it is also a substance found in every cell of our body, because it acts as a building block for cell membranes. Its most important role in the body, though, is in the brain where it is most highly concentrated.

Although it is found in a wide variety of foods, most experts believe the average person gets only 70 to 80 milligrams from their diets, while up to 300 milligrams a day are necessary many times for brain health.

Consider What it Does in the Brain:


  • It supports stress hormone metabolism

  • It stimulates neurotransmitter production

  • It regulates nutrients entering brain cells

  • It stimulates neurotransmitter activity

  • It regulates waste products leaving brain cells

  • It normalizes brain chemistry

  • It improves cell to cell communications

  • It improves memory

  • It helps regenerate damaged nerve cells

  • One study showed that it reversed an estimated 12 year decline in memory in older patients.

    Recommended Dosages:

    All the experts I've read agree that you should start supplementing with 300 milligrams of PS a day. The capsules come in varied doses, and they recommend taking a 100 milligram capsule 3 times a day for the first month.

    Then when your memory has improved you can drop back to a maintenance dose of 100 to 200 milligrams a day.

    For someone showing Alzheimer's symptoms or severe memory loss, one doctor suggests a dose as high as 500 milligrams a day or more.

    Virtually No Side Effects:

    The doctors also agree there are no serious side effects from using phoshatidylserine.

    However, one did say that occasionally it might cause a little bit of stomach upset for some people. He also recommended not taking it before bed since it keeps some people awake.

    Other Health Challenges Researcher believe PS may Help

    In addition to all types of age related dementia, including Alzheimer's, phosphatidylserine has been shown to be beneficial in treating Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, (ADHD), Depression, Brain injuries, including stroke, and stress and fatigue.

    It seems to help stress and fatigue by regulating and balancing the adrenal glands so that they don't over produce cortisol. It is also recommended for help with chronic fatigue.

    Cost Considerations and Availability

    Although this supplement is somewhat expensive, a one month supply would still run under $20.

    That's dirt cheap when you compare it with the costs of putting someone in the Alzheimer's unit at a nursing home. The last I heard that bill runs over $7000 a month.

    It is available from Vitamin World. You canSave 20% - 50% Off Sitewide at Vitamin World. Plus, $1.95 Flat Rate Shipping on Any Order! no expiration date.

    Life Extension Foundation also offers a quality product.Life Extension - Health And Medical Findings

    Phosphatidylserine is certainly a bargain if you are struggling with brain health challenges or the "normal" symptoms of age related memory decline.

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