Functional Food
Functional Food
L-theanine, caffeine, Lion's Mane and B vitamins: what are they?
August is back-to-school and back-to-work month. If you look into supplements, you will often come across 'stacks': combinations of two or more supplements used together. In this article you can read which ingredients are often mentioned together, what they are, and for which nutrients a health claim is or is not authorised. No health claims are authorised in the EU for L-theanine, caffeine, Lion's Mane, ashwagandha, ginkgo or Q10, so we make no statements about their effects.
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Omega-3: DHA and the maintenance of normal brain function
Your brain is composed of roughly 60% fat—a significant portion of which is DHA, a specific omega-3 fatty acid. DHA is a direct building block of cell membranes in the brain, especially in the synapses where nerve cells communicate with each other. DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function (with a daily intake of 250 mg DHA). In this article: what DHA and EPA are, how much you need, and which source—fish oil, cod liver oil, or algae—is right for you.
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Cognitive Blend, ashwagandha and rhodiola: what are they and where do they come from?
"Nootropic" is a term that has been popping up everywhere in recent years: from coffee powders to ready-made focus stacks. At the same time, we're seeing the rise of "adaptogens" — a collective term for certain herbs from various traditional medicine systems. In this article: what is meant by nootropics and adaptogens, where do they come from, and what ready-made formulas are available. Please note: there are no health claims for these substances recognized by the EFSA; therefore, statements about their effects are not permitted.
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Lion's Mane: what it is and which forms exist
Lion's Mane (Hericium erinaceus) has been one of the most talked-about mushrooms in the world of food supplements in recent years. It is a white, hair-like fungus that grows on tree stumps. In this article you can read what Lion's Mane is, which forms are available and what to look out for when choosing a product. No health claims are authorised for Lion's Mane in the EU.
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