Whilst it's always a struggle to get into 'Back to work' mode after a long, relaxing summer, the past unprecedented months have disrupted our daily regimes and routines, which will heighten the change of season mood and anxiety.
Our minds have also gone through a cycle of extreme tension and uncertainty with world events and must now face (perhaps) a commute and office stresses, with increased daily amounts of screen time and concentration required. Scientific research also shows that the mental fatigue, which comes with extended work hours and prolonged engagement, negatively impacts our brain’s ability to execute important tasks like planning and critical thinking.
It also effects teenagers and uni students suffering from 'summer brain drain.' According to the Ayn Rand institute, many kids experience learning losses when they return to education in fall. They recommend reading a lot during the summer, taking a technology vacation, and doing plenty of exercise.
Public Health England recommends supplementing Vitamin D to increase levels in the Autumn and Winter. Often called the 'sunshine vitamin' - Vitamin D is also an essential component of a functioning human body and brain, and also thought to enhance functions of synaptic plasticity (the means by which our brains learn and integrate new information).
We recommend Garden of Life My Kind Organics Vitamin D3 spray. A unique vegan formula offering 1000 IU of bioavailable Vitamin D3 per serving. This Certified Organic spray is easy to use, and has a great-tasting natural vanilla flavour!
Other products we recommend for a back to work and study 'brain boost' for adults include:
Known as the ‘Smart Mushroom’ and traditionally used by Buddhist Monks to give clarity to their meditation, Lions Mane is a unique mushroom species that provides a full spectrum of active compounds, including beta glucans and prebiotics. Research suggests it contains important constituents that may help stimulate the synthesis of nerve growth factor and brain-derived neurotropic factor. Take three capsules by day with water.
Bacopa is a herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine; studies have shown that the herb contains many active constituents, including a number of alkaloids and saponins. Nature's answer Bacopa is naturally sourced and standardised to 20% Bacosides to give you all the natural benefits. Gluten Free, Vegan and Vegetarian. Take one capsule twice a day.
