Brain Boosters - Foods and Drugs that Make You Smarter

This book is a pioneering look at the substances that have been discovered to have a positive effect on the performance of the human brain. Brain Boosters begins by describing how the brain works and the factors influencing mental performance. It then goes on to discuss the evolution and growing use of nutrients and pharmaceuticals to improve brain function. Photos and line drawings.

Summary

Millions of people take smart drugs and nutrients to improve brain function and to excel in every aspect of their lives. They include professional, business people, seniors anxious about senility, patients suffering from Alzheimer's or other neurological impairments, as well as parents, students, athletes, and party-goers. Brain Boosters is a fascinating look at foods and drugs that are reported to make the mike work better.

Comprehensive guide to smart drugs and nutrients. How the brain works and the factors influencing mental performance. Tells about the evolution and growing use of nutrients and pharmaceuticals to improve brain function—from patients and cyberpunks to the mainstream. Includes a layman's description of the most important pharmaceuticals, vitamins, nutrients, and herbs used to boot brain power. Charts. List of doctors.

Product details

• Authors: Potter & Orfali, Potter &. Orfali
• Publisher: Ingram Publishers Services
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 28.07.1993
• EAN: 9780914171652
• ISBN: 978-0-914171-65-2
• No. of pages: 257
• Dimensions: 230 mm x 154 mm x 19 mm
• Weight: 466 g
• Subjects: Guides > Health > Diet; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Gerontology, MEDICAL / Geriatrics, HEALTH & FITNESS / Diet & Nutrition / Nutrition, HEALTH & FITNESS / Longevity