cognitive assessment. In the assessment they measure Omega-3 index, cell inflammation balance, cell toxicity index, memory capacity, sustained attention, cognitive flexibility, and processing speed. “Thus, the BrainSpan results identify both cellular nutritional deficiencies and brain functional scores.”


According to current research nutritional deficiencies are associated with increased inflammation/pain, increased risk of concussion injury, increased hormone dysfunction, and increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia. “The BrainSpan Assessment results drive personalized nutritional and lifestyle recommendations for each patient.


and the cognitive performance test can be objectively measured with a retest [recommended] in 90 days.” Retesting allows the patients to quantify their progress based on both blood biomarkers and improvements in cognitive function, which significantly improves patient compliance with nutritional supplementation programs, as well as long-term adherence. “Many doctors that provide nutritional supplements to their patients are reporting a 50% to 200% increase in product sales due to utilizing the BrainSpan Assessment.”15


Additionally, the BrainSpan Assessment makes attracting new patients easy, since it addresses both brain health problems such as: ADHD, memory, anxiety, concussion, insomnia, and aids in reducing the risk of cognitive diseases, such as Alzheimer’s Disease. Thus, it assists patients in staying sharp as they age.15


Be it that contamination issues, particularly that of heavy metals, are of concern with an increased consumption of dietary EPA/DHA from fish, a favorable method of increasing the daily allowance is via supplementation. Quality fish oil, specifically one that is assayed for and known to be harvested free of contaminants, thus remaining fully functional (biologically active), is a smart choice for all.


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