Acetylcholine: Nature's Nootropic for Boosting Brain Function

Acetylcholine enhances memory, focus, and muscle function, earning its reputation as a natural nootropic. But, as we age, the body's ability to produce it declines, potentially impacting brain health and physical performance. Listen in this week as Dee explains how acetylcholine is made in the body, and practical ways to boost its production through diet and supplementation. Reference: Nakazaki, E., Mah, E., Sanoshy, K., Citrolo, D., & Watanabe, F. (2021). Citicoline and memory function in healthy older adults: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Journal of Nutrition, 151(8), 2153–2160. Link to purchase choline supplement:

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Acetylcholine: Nature's Nootropic for Boosting Brain Function is an episode from Diet Science by Dee and Michael McCaffrey.

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This episode was published on Feb 2, 2025.

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