Everyone knows that if you are building any kind of structure, it would be wise to build it upon a firm foundation. Jesus noted that in a parable. But it doesn’t take a genius to realize that the foundation for a healthy fully functioning brain is what we eat, i.e. our diet.
As scientists investigate the most important building blocks for the brain, they inevitably find that by in large these molecules or numerous nutrients, vitamins, minerals, proteins polyphenols, etc., are sourced from a wide variety of vegetables and fruit. It appears that when God created the earth, He designed it to provide the nutrients mortal bodies, i.e. His creations/children, would need to function properly – to think, feel, live, love and learn on this planet. And those various nutrients are primarily in the vegetation provided – fruit and vegetables.
It was once thought the brain didn’t need a lot of nutrients, however, more recent studies suggest the brain actually requires more than 40 different nutrients to function optimally. Many more than one would find in a multivitamin mineral supplement. These include structural nutrients, neurotransmitter precursors, energy cofactors, antioxidants, and trace elements — each doing something different and non‑interchangeable.
Moreover the brain can be extremely sensitive to nutrient deficits. Even small shortages in B vitamins, omega‑3s, iron, zinc, magnesium, and other trace elements like lithium, can impair:
See the NeuroLaunch review on how deficiencies cause measurable cognitive decline.
A number of years ago a fascinating study was conducted on life satisfaction. “What was it,” they asked, in most people’s lives, that was most closely correlated with life satisfaction, i.e. mental well-being, happiness, or mental disorders, anxiety, or depression?
They looked at exercise habits, employment, and whether a person smoked or not. But they also focused on how many vegetables and fruit they ate. And what do you think they found?
If you thought, the volume of fruit and vegetables they consumed, you would be right! These were more prominent predictors of life satisfaction than anything else they looked at!
It appears that ''the more you go from zero to seven or eight (servings per day),” the better your brain will function and the happier you will be," was their take away conclusion.
But how many people do that? On average, not many. In that study fewer than 1 in 10, was what they found.
Enter JuicePLus+
In 1970 a school teacher by the name of Jay Martin observed that as life sped up, people were falling behind, eating fewer fruits and vegetables. He envisioned a way to bridge the gap between what we should eat and what we actually do eat by extracting and concentrating plant based nutrients. In the beginning he used juicing, to make them easier to consume. The company later evolved this into a proprietary dehydration process that preserves phytonutrients, called JuicePlus+. But could this preserve the nutrients? Could it really help?
To answer that question various universities around the world have been invited to test that assertion. Currently Juice Plus+ Essentials capsules, have been investigated and validated in more studies than any other nutritional product in the US. Since 1995 it’s been the subject of 33 human clinical trials producing 47 published scientific research papers demonstrating 13 distinct health benefits – one of which is improved Cognitive Performance.
In 2020 JuicePlus+ was the subject of a study at a University in Spain, in which they looked at it’s effects on cognitive function. The results revealed statistically significant differences in all areas of the tests carried out, especially compared with a placebo. Specifically, they found that consuming the recommended portions of this product daily “clearly improves short-term memory, verbal and non-verbal. The results [also] showed an improvement in “executive function,” to include short-term memory, working memory, selective and sustained attention, planning and organizing, adapting emotionally and speed of processing.
More recently The Juice Plus+ Company introduced a new product designed specifically to boost brain power call Luminate. Some people have difficulty taking capsules. This is a primarily herbal drink mix, containing 7 of the most powerful and popular ingredients to stay alert and focused, improve memory and mood, and reduce feelings of stress. They subsequently commissioned a blinded study where 79 participants were given either the Luminate drink mix or a placebo, and were paid to share and provide honest feedback when taking these for 7 days. At the end of this period:
91% felt the product had a positive impact on their day
94% felt they were able to finish or achieve more tasks
89% felt mentally energized and less mental tired
89% felt they were more focused
87% stated they were able to concentrate for longer
91% felt more alert
87% felt more motivated to get things done
For these and other reasons, the American Brain Council has chosen to endorse JuicePlus+ as a food supplement worthy of your consideration. Moreover, a portion of every purchase made through our website, will go to help support this site and spread the insights we provide to a much broader audience of individuals in need of this info.
If you’d like to see what JuicePlus+ can do for you we suggest 4 possibilities to consider.
Note that this month with any purchase you will received a free sample of their new super probiotic – a $109 value. Simply click here and scroll down to learn more about that or go here for a great review of this advanced gut product.
Our brain is an amazing mechanism, built upon a sturdy foundation of plant based nutrients. If we want it to function optimally we would be wise to make sure it has all of the nutrients it needs to succeed, and the JuicePlus+ products can do much to provide those needs.
If you have any questions or are having any difficulties navigating their website feel free to call our JuicePlus+ representative Yon Wibskov, at 573-747-9399, or our blog host Dave Larsen at 801-529-8238.
