Article: Vitamins for the mind? Evidence is growing that certain supplements may be beneficial for the brain. But don't be taken in by mega-dose fads.

Many supplements today boast of brain-boosting powers. But can vitamins really preserve the brain? Scientists have known for years that both the developing and the mature brain are influenced by nutrition. "There is increasing data on the role that vitamins may play in memory and brain function," says Ed Arriola, PharmD, coordinator of the Drug Information Center at UCLA.

B vitamins for the brain

It's not news that B vitamins are vital to normal brain and nerve function. But the B vitamin, folate, found in leafy green vegetables, legumes, and other foods, has earned special attention. Studies have shown that changes in mood and mental function occur during folate ...

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