Cognitive enhancers derived from edible crops

Chapman, Natalie; Fisk, Ian

Abstract

The concept of an effective cognitive boosting nootropic supplement is gaining traction with consumers, neuroscientists and regulators alike and it is therefore unsurprising that scientifically validated Nootropics are highly prized. New research demonstrates edible crops could be useful sources to mine for new nootropics; plant extracts enriched with an array of cognitive enhancing metabolites. There is merit in investigating these plant species. Metadata has identifies consuming specific fruit and vegetables positively affects cognitive function; therefore these same edible crop plants present as opportunities for developing nootropic formulations. This hypothesis is supported by positive data obtained through clinical testing [e.g. extracts of tomato (Solanum lycopersicum), herbs from the Genus Salvia, cocoa (Theobroma), tea (Camellia sinensisor) and coffee (Coffea Arabica). This review will discuss clinically tested cognitive enhancers derived from edible crop species and discuss their use alongside other classes of nootropics.

Citation

Chapman, N., & Fisk, I. (2020). Cognitive enhancers derived from edible crops. Journal of Nutrition and Health Sciences, 7(1),

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Mar 21, 2020
• Online Publication Date: Jun 18, 2020
• Publication Date: Jun 18, 2020
• Deposit Date: Apr 28, 2020
• Publicly Available Date: Apr 29, 2020
• Journal: Journal of Nutrition and Health Sciences
• Publisher: Annex Publishers
• Peer Reviewed: Peer Reviewed
• Volume: 7
• Issue: 1
• Public URL: https://nottingham-repository.worktribe.com/output/4349764
• Publisher URL: http://www.annexpublishers.com/articles/JNH/7103-Cognitive-Enhancers-Derived-from-Edible-Crops.pdf