Brain Nutrients Dr. Lynch product Q&AUpdated an hour ago
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| Hello! Wondering if this product would help with the cognitive issues associated with Lyme disease- thanks! | Hi Audrey - Brain Nutrients is designed to support healthy cognition.* That said, a foundation is needed before starting Brain Nutrients. Given that Lyme is a persistent immune activation situation, this also drives persistent inflammation which drives up certain neurotransmitters and drives down others. Before starting Brain Nutrients, consider starting these three the same day:
Then, add these in one at a time a day or two apart so you can feel the impact:*
I'd do these for a couple weeks then add in the Brain Nutrients. Consider:
In health, |
| Hi, I just received my order and have taken 1 lozenge yesterday and today but it has given me "heartburn" that I've recently realized is happening when I am having issues with my gallbladder. Do you have any suggestions to relieve that when taking the brain nutrients? It has been confirmed on an ultrasound that I have sludge and stones in my gallbladder so I want to work on that as well. Any insight is appreciated! Thanks for all you do :) | Hi Heather - Thank you for reaching out and asking. The easiest change is:
I have some more foundational and deeper actions for you to consider:
Doing these should really support your healthy gallbladder function.* Here's a guide on Gallbladder health: In health, |
| I take also human neo 40 and I was wondering if I can add this, or if this can replace that? I noticed some indigents are the same. | Hi Bob - I am familiar with that supplement. Yes, you may use both and you may want to experiment with timing. You may find that you do well with taking both at the same time or you may find that you do well with taking Brain Nutrients first thing upon waking - 1/2 to 1 lozenge - and the Neo 40 later say after breakfast or midday. In health, |
| Hi Dr. Lynch, I'm currently 6 weeks postpartum and breastfeeding around the clock, so sleep quality is not ideal. I tend towards ocd and anxiety, especially when postpartum or sleep deprived and when my hormones are fluctuating during my cycle (which has not yet returned). Wondering if this would be a good product for me to try? I fit many of the bullet points listed such as intolerance to fragrance, foggy head, etc. Large amounts of magnesium actually exacerbate anxiety for me, but the small amount in here should be ok. Any other supplement recommendations? Optimal electrolyte makes me feel weird. It's difficult to explain, but it doesn't make me feel good. I'm currently taking Prenatal essentials (optimal prenatal doesn't make me feel as good), Optimal PC, occasionally fish oil and glutathione plus when I remember, a probiotic, a heme iron supplement, and occasionally Milk Moon herbs "no worries" tincture. Again, I'm breastfeeding 24/7 so anything I take needs to be safe for baby. Thanks so much! | Hi S.E. - I hear you and I'm glad to hear you are aware of how supplements make you feel. That's a good skill. If Brain Nutrients fits a lot of pieces that you're experiencing, I'd give 1/4 to 1/2 a lozenge a go first thing in the morning. Once your cycle restarts, I'd consider adding in Serotonin Nutrients the day after ovulation. The big drop of estrogen right after ovulation tends to drop serotonin levels so adding in healthy serotonin support with Serotonin Nutrients is a good thing to do. You would use Serotonin Nutrients only on days where you feel those emotions that need healthy support and do not take it when you feel good as you don't want to take too much. I would also consider switching from Prenatal Essentials to Prenatal Essentials MF. The methylfolate may be aggravating for you and the MF version only uses the active form of folate called folinic acid which is more well tolerated. Probiotics you need to be careful too as they can be overstimulating for your mood. I'd look into making sure there are no high histamine strains in it. You may want to switch to Probiota HistaminX and take 1 capsule in the morning before food (that's the best time to take probiotics). Certain magnesium forms may contribute more to anxiety than others. Magnesium malate is typically well tolerated. Make sure you're getting sufficient protein intake. I'd maybe add in whey protein smoothie for breakfast. Keep me posted how you are doing. We can make some adjustments if needded. In health, |
| Hello Dr. Lynch! I bought your brain nutrients and have been taking them for the past few days and am noticing improvements in energy and brain focus. I'm wondering how much glutathione is in it. I also bought the glutathione plus lozenge but haven't used it yet. I don't know if it's overboard to take them both? Thank you! | Hi Trisha - If taking Brain Nutrients, you don't need the Glutathione Plus Lozenge in addition at the same time. That said, there are going to be days that you want to just have some glutathione and not the Brain Nutrients - so you can take it then. I like having a bottle of Brain Nutrients on my desk at work and Glutathione Plus in my car or truck or airplane when flying due to exhaust exposures. In health, |
| Is it super important to leave this in my mouth to dissolve? My daughter doesn’t like the taste and would prefer it dropped in her morning smoothie… or she tries to swallow it quick, without it dissolving. Also, have you considered making this a smaller tablet size too, so I don’t have to cut them to take 1/4 or 1/2? Thanks! | Hi Bob - She can chew it and then swallow it. The letting it dissolve in your mouth before swallowing provides a more immediate effect which is why many people like doing it. I get it that the taste isn't that good. The royal jelly and ATP are quite acidic and hard to make taste good. I do not recommend putting into a smoothie as it will get lost on the side of the container and wasted. They break easily so don't need to use a knife - just use your fingers to snap it. In health, |
| I've taken 1 tablet for only 2 days and I'm feeling very agitated, is this typical? I have a homo variance on my MTHFR A1298C, slow COMT, and hetero variances on all 3 of my PEMT's tested. I wanted to try this product to help process my brain chemicals but I feel like it's maybe adding to them. | Hi Amber - Yes, this is definitely possible. This is an effective supplement to support healthy production of various neurotransmitters such as dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine - along with nitric oxide.* If you already have a healthy amount of these, then making more can lead to aggravations like you're experiencing. Taking supplements based on SNPs alone is not what should ever be done. One needs to support based on need and based on symptoms. A slow COMT will definitely predispose one to have higher amounts of dopamine and norepinephrine leading to headaches and irritability. If you're wanting 'to process' neurotransmitters, I take that to mean you want to lower them. Brain Nutrients does the opposite. What you want to support healthy dopamine levels then is using the cofactor for COMT which is magnesium. Consider:
When you're feeling low energy, can't think, low mood, that's when you know you need to support an increase in the amount of healthy neurotransmission.* That's when you need to use Brain Nutrients. Take Brain Nutrients on an as-needed basis - not daily - and also you can use 1/2 or even just 1/4. In health, |
| Hi Dr. Lynch, I have a 16-year-old son who has ADHD. He's been on meds for years (Guanfacine and Methylphenidate). He just weaned off his guanfacine and only takes Methylphenidate for school. His immune system is not great as he's constantly sick all winter and has terrible allergies (grass, mold, pets etc.). His nutrition is also not great. He's a typical teen in that he enjoys being on his electronics but is also very active. He loves the outdoors and plays hockey year-round. He has some struggles academically and has a slower processing speed. He's not on any supplements right now and I'm wondering what you would recommend to better support his immune system and brain health? | Hi Ellie - A few things for your son come to mind. Consider:
Let's start here. Keep me posted how he's doing. This should help him a lot. In health, |
| Why do you not have huperzine in this product but do have in Optimal Focus? Is there specific dosing you recommend ? is there an issue taking this with PQQ, PC, or Citicoline which I take? | Hi Sarah - Brain Nutrients is targeted to support healthy biopterin levels - which is a cofactor needed for healthy serotonin, nitric oxide, dopamine levels. Huperzine is more targeted to acetylcholine - which is why it's in Optimal Focus. You may combine this with the Optimal Focus yes - I'd use 1 capsule of Optimal Focus to start and 1/4 to 1/2 a lozenge of Brain Nutrients - seriously - start low. In health, |
| Hello! When I started taking this supplement it changed my life in a few short days. The first 2 wks felt miraculous. However the relief I felt didn't last. I have since tried Dopamine and Serotonin Nutrients and Optimal Focus and nothing has brought back the clarity and peace and calm that I felt the first 2 wks. Any thoughts? | Hi Laurie - I suspect it uncovered a layer that needed more support. There are also times when you need more - significantly more - if you were sick. Instead of taking more, it may be best to switch to something else that may provide you some more intense neuro support. Consider:
This is a more potent blend than the Brain Nutrients and it sounds like you may need it. Additionally, consider:
In health, |
| My 16 year old has high functioning autism and adhd. This year his anxiety has increased dramatically and he is very sluggish and tired all day. He is compound heterozygous MTHFR. He has been on Risperdal for years for irritability and is currently taking Aspire Nutrition's BioHeal Pro+ Probiotic, fish oil, creatine and magnesium l-threonate. Would Brain Nutrients or Optimal Focus help with his anxiety, mood, and/or fatigue? | Hi Dana - Risperadol works by reducing the effects of dopamine and serotonin - thereby, in a sense, 'reducing dopamine and serotonin' in the brain. It doesn't really reduce their levels but reduces their activity. This means once the drug wears off, the dopamine and serotonin will immediately take action again - so the underlying cause needs to be addressed - as you're fully aware. Gut health is a big one for these neurotransmitters. Clostrida and yeast can really aggravate these neurotransmitters and cause excitotoxicity. Few things to consider:
I would not add any other supplement at this time. I'd first adjust the Risperadol. In health, |
| I forgot, I had a bottle of Brian Nutrients I purchased a year ago. I know I have spoken about the anti-aromatase giving me brain fog and some cognitivate impairment. I decided to take a Brain Nutrients and it seems to have mostly lifted the brain fog and some of the cognitive side effects from the anti-aromatase and Test Nutrients. What ingredients in here do you think it might be? Maybe TPP or Magnesium Malate? It helped quickly, I will say that. Glad you formulated this! | Hi Bijan - Awesome :) Yep - it's super fast! It's the synergy of the nutrients working together which is why I formulated it this way. It's not just 1 nutrient - it's all of them working as a team. One thing leads to another and many enzymes need support. I used Brain Nutrients this morning and it helped me a ton. I keep a bottle on my desk and simply take 1/4 to 1 as needed. I usually take 1/2 a lozenge almost daily. We have a Magnesium Malate chewable - you can try that and see how you go. I will say I take it before bed but I don't ever notice anything quickly from it. It's just a healthy sleep without any clearing of my head.* I'm happy to have formulated it as well! Reason why I formulated it:
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| Hello, Thank you so much for your research and products. I have a 15 year old son that has been anxious his whole life but covid threw him over the edge. Wasn't in school for months. Panic. Especially triggered by school, specifically mornings in school. We got past that and he takes 10mg citalopram. He's been good for several years on that. Then I started him on Methyl folate and high B vitamins. Was great for 6 months. Then the anxiety started creeping back. Dizzy out in public. Worried about school in the mornings. Then he got covid about a month ago. Threw him right back over the edge. Could not get out of the car to go to school. Panic. Sense of doom and didnt know what was wrong with him. I started on some Spike support (nattokinase, bromelain, curcumin) and was still doing the methylated vitamins (my BAD!!!) Then I started reading more about his hetero MTFHR (which I wrongly was treated) and his SLOW COMT. Doctor increased his Celexa to 20 but that was 3 weeks of nightmare nausea (he has the gene mutation which does mention increased side effects to medications like SSRI's). So much missed school. Now back to 10mg Celexa. Switched up his supplements based on slow COMT. Also introduced low dose lithium. He has been taking 2 mg in the am and 1 more as needed in school for nausea(anxiety) waves. And then 3mg at night. That HAS been a huge help. He gets nausea from anxiety/OCD worry and then he also gets anxiety from being nauseated . Hamster wheel. Any suggestions are welcome! Thank you so much! | Hi Lauren - Yes -that virus is a nasty one and it messes with our brains big time. Too much serotonin can increase nausea and dizziness - and Celexa may be aggravating this. I suspect he may only need 5 mg of Celexa or only on an as-needed basis - talk with his prescribing doctor. The Lithium Orotate really supports healthy serotonin levels so may be all he needs.* Some things to consider:
In health, |
| 54 y.o. male with the history of impulsive mood, often irritable or "short fused". Currently low motivation, negative reaction to fresh ideas, constant cravings for sweets and screen time, alcohol (low dopamine?). Strong coffee in AM, sometimes having more coffee during the day. Poor sleep, low motivation, and inability of finishing started small tasks or projects like clean up, tidy up materials/tools, clean up office or surrounding work areas. Traces of anxiety and low energy during the day. Daily workout in form of walking and short brisk jogging a few laps in AM. Currently on Testosterone Nutrients, good multivitamin, Fish Oil, D+K2, SawPalmetto/Lycopene (male balding pattern), Mg Glycinate, vit-C, Probiotis after dinner occasionally 5HTP, & L-theanine, Zinc as needed for sleep. Please advise if Brain Nutrients is a good fit and what dose to take for this age group to improve focus. Also, which SH supplements to add for boosting mood and motivation. Thanks a lot! | Hi VM - I like your supplement stack as you have it so far. Seems quite solid. Makes me wonder about a few things:
Try these first and see what's improved and what still needs help. In health, |
| I am 51 yrs old who was diagnosed at age 9 with Hashimoto's. I've worked to lower my antibodies with diet changes, but am still requiring meds. I had my gall bladder removed at age 30 due to it being low functioning (I didn't know at the time I could've saved it with supplements and diet change). I was diagnosed with adrenal exhaustion at age 40 after having 2 kiddos in my late 30's and trying to get back in shape by working out really hard. I've pretty well recovered but deal with brain fatigue, especially in the morning. My cortisol is actually high in the morning, leading me to believe I should wake up feeling ready to go, but my brain doesn't agree. I have a stressful teaching job to boot! I know I have a few MTHFR variations, based on what a chiro said many years ago after 23 and me testing. My brain is very tired in the mornings and that sometimes lasts all day. I'm in perimenopause and am using HRT. I have weaned off of a strong med for sleep, but still take others b/c I otherwise wake with racing thoughts. I'm on a very low does anxiety med to help with worry/racing thoughts during the day, which has helped a great deal. I am open to finding a supplement to take instead of the med though. I'm looking into Brain Nutrients, Dopamine Nutrients (feeling/thinking is sluggish and low libido), and possibly one of the Histamine supplements. Could you share your thoughts based on this information? | Hi Julie - That's a lot of good information here. I just posted a story on my Instagram today talking about how we are designed to sense danger in spurts for our safety. If we sense danger all the time - ie a stressful teaching job - then we are depleting massive amounts of resources. I'm going to say something here and chew on it - planting a seed:
I ask this because we work more than we are at home or with our loved ones. It's incredibly important you enjoy what you do and why you do it. Now, I'll get off my soap box and answer your question :) Cortisol may be high in the morning due to a few reasons: Perimenopause:
In terms of supplements, consider:
Start here. Check back in and ask another question in a week or so letting me know how this is working for you. I expect great things :) Best, |
| How can i help my 6th grade son , having severe addiction with video games and screen time. Finding it hard to take it out from him , which ends up in unecessary arguments and whinning. Currently giving him magnesium calm at night , with hydroxy b12 and folinic acid along with multivitamin (which has methyl b12 - should i need to stop this? ). Started brain nutrients 1/2 lozenges in the morning along with vit D and K2. Having sensory issues too with food preferences ( not able to take sticky / mashed foods ), not able to tolerate dryness in the skin - so he avoids taking shower , hygine issue along with constipation too. Also a holistic dentist mentioned he has severe fluoride coating in this teeth with a yellow layer - how can i detox fluoride ? Thank you. | Hi Akila - Being a parent is challenging. Lot to learn and quickly. There is a great course that I took many decades ago called Love and Logic. I highly recommend it. In terms of video games and screen time, you're correct. It is a dopamine issue most often. I am creating a very useful document for both Optimal Focus and Dopamine Nutrients. They aren't ready yet but will be in a couple weeks. You'll find them on the product pages when done. In the meantime:
Additionally:
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| I have a 12-year old boy with ADHD (inattentive type) who has never been driven/motivated/disciplined for school work, personal care, or much of anything except time with friends. Now that he's in 6th grade and more is expected of him, his grades are really suffering and he's having a hard time getting his work completed and turned in on time. He's always has very low energy in general and is very overweight with very low muscle tone (no answers regarding why from doctors). He is taking fish oil (though from your comments to others, I need to change that to night rather than morning?), multivitamin one MF, ProBiota HistaminX, & NAC, etc. He's currently on an ADHD stimulant medication that kinda helps. He's a great water drinker. Would Brain Nutrients help with motivation? Thoughts on CoQ10 for low muscle tone? Any other thoughts? His teacher has asked for a conference and I'm not looking forward to junior high when even more self discipline will be expected of him. | Hi Heatherdawn - I hear you. Some of this is just age, poor teaching, boring educational material and food intake. Being very overweight and low energy will definitely contribute to the brain struggling as well. A few things to consider:
Supplements to consider:
He may need a capsule of Optimal Focus as well - but let's try the above changes first. In health, |
| Would it be safe for my 13 year old son to take Brain Nutrients, Dopamine Nutrients and the methylated multivitamin together? Or would that be too many B vitamins? He has ADHD and Vyvanse worked well for him, but the side effects were not worth it. | Hi Kelley - That's quite a heavy load to take initially. Consider:
Keep me posted. In health, |
| Hello! Which products of the Brain Nutrients, Optimal Focus, and Dopamine Nutrients would be reccomended ADHD 6 years old (mostly with impulsivity). Cannot swallow capsules yet, but when its safe to, I open them in to applesauce and take that way. Also thinking we need the histamine capsule? | Hi Danielle - Impulsivity is a tough one as it can be so many things.
I would like to know what other things are going on - like his mood - is he more irritable, poor learning ability, low motivation, or more sad or more anxious? More irritable would tell me he's more high dopamine. I'd say using Kids Optimal Focus to support healthy focus and healthy mood would be a good start. This is a chewable and 1 chewable is equivalent to 1/2 a capsule of Optimal Focus. We don't have the Kids Optimal Focus in stock yet so I'd use the Optimal Focus and open 1 capsule and put 1/2 in a bite of applesauce for him. On days he is doing well, skip it. Keep me posted ;) You should see changes within 1 hour of giving it to him - and ideally the positive ones. In health, |
| My daughter has moderate dyslexia and it makes schoolwork very difficult for her (she is homeschooled). She has reached an age where everyone expects a child to be able to read and write fluently, and she cannot. She now struggles with anxiety and depression in relation to her learning difficulties. She also has a mild adhd diagnosis. She is very likely to have mthfr, and she does not get enough protein for sure. She refuses to eat most meats or eggs, so we struggle to get protein into her. Right now she starts her day with whole milk Greek yogurt, that’s about the best we’ve been able to do for her morning protein. She is very thin and will starve herself before eating something she doesn’t want. She is very creative and imaginative, but she has a hard time concentrating on anything she isn’t interested in. She can be very impulsive and verbally aggressive with her family. Would you recommend brain nutrients for her? We just have her on a multi, vitamin d, and fish oil right now. | Hi Kristy - I recommend working with ElizmaLambert.com as there may some things underlying here that need to be found out. I have a few things for you to consider:
Keep me posted on how she's doing. In health, |
| Hi, my 15yo daughter has had a brain map that shows anxiety and that the brain is not getting a deep rest. She struggles with waking up in the morning (but she's not like "depressed" once she's up and out she's happy, having a good day, etc). I feel the social media has impacted her nervous system. What is a great package of supplements for a teen girl with an overstimulated nervous system? The overstimulation is causing exhaustion at times. Thank you. | Hi Holly - I have heard that teenage girls are terrible with phones. I suspect she is on her phone till all hours of the night and not sleeping well. Have a talk with her about this. I've never taken the phones away from my kids - they police themselves. I want them to feel the difference and consequences of being on their phones till all hours vs not. There's a saying: I don't really want to recommend any supplements without first addressing this potential cause. If I provide supplements that help her despite being on her phone all hours, then I'm enabling her doing it more. The phones these days are very damaging to kids - and adults. You're absolutely right that social media has impacted her nervous system. What can you both do together that pulls her away from social media? I'd look at her screen time for social media apps and reward her for being on it X hours a week - say a 50% reduction - but she needs to have something else to step into or it won't work. In health, |
| Hi, Would Brain Nutrients be good for a 11 year old boy with ADHD symptoms? He has low homocysteine (5). He is Heterozygous MTHFR A1298C, Fast COMT, Fast MAOA, Homozygous MTRR, and Homozygous CBS C699T. He gets very angry with violent outbursts especially in the afternoon and evening. Is there anything you can recommend to help with his mood? | Hi Marie - I'd consider something different for him. Consider:
This should help him a lot - with the low homocysteine and a healthy mood.* Make sure he's off his phone at night - and it's on airplane mode and the WiFi is off during sleeping- for all of you. If the WiFi router is close to him for many hours, that can definitely contribute to irritability. In health, |
| After several infections over the past few months, one being the “Vid”, I’m struggling to smell things. It’s seems to come and go, or be selective. I watched your video on how viruses affect your sense of smell and brain and saw you recommended PQQ. For background, I read your book and believe I have a dirty slow COMT, GST/GPX, MTHFR and some lab tested mold toxicity. Have started the two week Soak and Scrub, but haven’t had much luck with my smell returning. My question is, would PQQ or Brain Nutrients or something else entirely be better for this situation and helping my sense of smell? Thank you! | Hi CM - Glad you started the Soak n Scrub along with seeing those videos. Brain Nutrients wasn't created at the time I made those videos. I'd start with the Brain Nutrients as it has the PQQ, glutathione, zinc, B12/folate - it's great. Consider:
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| Sorry for the quick follow-up: In addition to itchy ears I feel like these are giving me a headache, not contributing much other than that and the itchy ears. Do I need this, you think? Thanks, Elizabeth | If you feel it's not helping, then stop. Often times, I use just a 1/4 to 1/2 a lozenge. Rarely do I use a full one. These can be very powerful. Consider pausing this for a few days. Then, if you haven't tried a small amount like 1/4 lozenge, try that. Small amounts of this can be very effective - and too much can be problematic. There's a sweet spot. You also don't need it every day. I often use it on days where I need to focus more at work or give me a bit of a pick me up. Usually what I do first though is wake up, have a glass of Optimal Electrolyte. Then I feel if that's all I needed. If my brain turned on after a glass, I'm good. If still fuzzy, I'll either take 1/2 a Glutathione Lozenge or Brain Nutrients depending on how I feel. In health, |
| Hi Dr. Ben, Thank you for answering my questions yesterday concerning the Homocysteine Nutrients and I appreciate your advice on being weary of NOS3, it does not appear as though that is dirty according to my genetic report 6 months ago, should I still be concerned? I am still going to heed your advice but I am not a huge fan of pre-workout and beta alanine as I've used it many times in the past and I don't like the feeling it gives me. My actual question is about brain nutrients, as I took one lozenge this morning and another one this afternoon, I noticed my ears were itching. Not burning, but itching. Is that the niacin? Thanks for your help and all you are doing for this community. Sincerely, Elizabeth | If you're not a fan - don't use it. I will say that our Pre-Workout Nutrients is WAY different than all the others as it is non-stim. Most preworkouts out there are designed not for supporting a healthy workout -but rather to get someone pumped up and psyched up to work out. Very different. I do believe you will benefit greatly from it. A Dirty NOS3 remember can be made through lifestyle, diet and the environment - not just genetics. Look at the NOS3 chapter in Dirty Genes. Then take the Quiz and see how you score there. It may be the niacin causing the itching because it's such a low amount in 1 lozenge. In health, |
| Hi Dr Ben, my son has high functioning autism and is really struggling lately with mental clarity, anxiety and nervousness. routine bloodwork checks out OK was wondering what you recommend? I really don't want to give him ADHD meds, but he is struggling! He is 16 thank you!! | Autism is what they call a cholinergic deficiency. This means that those with autism are deficient in a very important neurotransmitter called acetylcholine. Consider:
Let's start here. Keep me posted. In health, |
| Dr. Lynch, Some weeks ago you took the time to answer with a very generous response, thank you. You asked me to write back in after a few weeks and I am doing that now. Hopefully you can see the history but I will mention a few things and reply to some of your items. First I started on Brain Nutrients (1/2 then 1) , Adrenal Cortex, and Histamine Nutrients (2 in evening) and I did this for a week. I mentioned to you my issues were ADD like symptoms with brain fog and concentration issues and untreatable insomnia. I saw some slight benefit on maybe getting a little more sleep not so much on the brain fog side of things. Trying to keep this minimal but I will mention a few things on the chance it might change your suggestions. My life went off the rails 16 years ago after taking Cipro, developed chronic insomnia. I read your book at some point when it was new, tested for MTHFR, did a StrateGene report I think back in 2018. I've probably watched most of your videos on Youtube over the years. I've been unable to find a doctor that really knows anything in the ND space or Functional space down here in Ventura County California unfortunately. Ironically I am married to a MD from Romania and learned a lot about medicine from being sick and being married to her.. Four years ago I found out I had colon cancer and the reason I mention this is because when I was going through treatment (oxaliplatin with xeloda) after about 2 months of treatment most of my problems vanished, sleep and otherwise and i felt like i had my life back. Once treatment stopped they all came back slowly over time but I do scans and colonoscopies each year and I am still cancer free, this will be year 5. I've thought maybe my brain fog was from chemo but on some occasions I can have clear days or get it to clear but not consistently. Next I took to heart your list of possibilities and decided to do a few tests and check some labs away from supplements to see what it shows as well as a mold test. I checked my homocysteine which is back up from 9 to 13.4 umol/L , whole blood histamine 71 ng/mL, Vit D 39 ng/mL, VitE the gamma side is almost 0 or 0.5 mg/L. My hematocrit has been trending up in the last two years where normally it was normal, last year 48.4% now 52.3%. Now the big suggestion from your list mold. i know this house I own had a disclosed leak and last year our HOA bungled a roof repair and i had a leak from the chimney so I decided to do two things, first the ERMI test came back at 7 with mostly high aspergillus varieties and penicillium brevicompactum being quite elevated and some others less elevated. I just paid for a Moasic MycoTox test and got the results back. Ochratoxin A slammed 24.7, Citrinin DHC slammed 71.28 and Gliotoxin somewhat elevated at 225.60. I've of course had a lot of GI problems over the years more on the constipation side and stomach distention, been to doctors done sibo testing that was not positive but i tried some natural products and regimen, results not zero but not life changing. Now for the interesting part .. I've always taken your advice via videos about not taking a lot of methyfolate seriously and since I cannot find a good doctor I've been careful with it. I resumed some methylfolate around the time I wrote in to you a few weeks ago and I noticed something I never paid attention to before. It seemed to produce larger and more bowel movements and my stomach flattened quite a bit. I'm careful with MF and i've never taken more than one of your lozenges at a time and normally i break it into quarters. and i've never consistently taken it. I noticed the effect on Brain Nutrients to be similar bigger and more dependable bowel movements. I take TMG to bring my homocysteine down about 1g divided but as you see above when I stop my homocysteine number climbs. I take garlic pills and berberine for cholesterol reasons. So I guess I would like to know beyond the obvious of remediation of my home, considering my MTHFR status compound heterozygous, MTRR A66G +/+, SOD2 A16V +/+, CBS C19150T & C699T +/-, COMT V158M & H62H +/- as the big items do you have any suggestions for me as far as things I might try to feel better or general suggestions? The urgency in writing in has to do with the company I work for over 22 years now is collapsing and I will lose my job in high tech. At 49 it will be difficult to find a job and I need to learn some new skills and pass some exams which is the urgent need to concentrate better. Thank you for your time and consideration. -Jeff | Thorough and helpful. There's some good info there to help guide recommendations. I highly recommend working with ElizmaLambert.com to really dive into what's needed and get follow up and deeper guidance. In the meantime, consider:
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| I have a 10 year old son with ADHD that is on a low dose stimulant and I really want to support him via supplementation in any way I can. Is he able to take brain nutrients, dopamine nutrients, or any other supplement in conjunction with his medication? Or the days he does not take his medication? Thanks again | I hear you and understand the desire to support your son naturally. Supplements can definitely help support healthy focus and attention. It's not a good idea to mix both medications and nootropics - it's one or the other. Together, he will be overstimulated and his brain will hurt. If and when he's not using medications, consider:
That would support him. He may also need a capsule of Optimal Focus but I suspect not. You can support him now with:
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| Hi Ben, I just read your book and want to order the right things for my son (21yo) has ADD, but also suffers on & off with severe boughts of anxiety, social anxiety, and depression, says he feels "never happy". He's in college, works 200% harder than anyone, as school work has always been an extreme effort for him. He gravitates to XBox and other things I suspect cause dopamine spikes. He's very into fitness and healthy whole foods, and doesnt want to take Vyvanse but does for school out of necessity. Had been prescribed prozac and other SSRI's in the past, but none did well for him. Had his genes tested, and he's supposedly MTHFR (C677T normal & A1298C one variant gene), MTRR (A66G - Ile49Met one variant gene), COMT (G472A- Val108/158Met) homozygous positive. From your book, I think he seems like a FAST COMT and a FAST MAOA. I'm so confused, and want to support him with the right nutrients and maybe help him stop relying on Vyvanse, and most of all, feeling better about college and less anxiety too. Can you advise me on what to start with? I read all the questions for others but feel I'd better ask about his specifics. Many many thanks. | Nicely written - clear. Thank you. Vyvanse:
Once no longer on Vynanse, consider these supplement and diet recommendations. Do not do these if taking the medication.
Try these first - and if needed:
Keep me posted. In health, |
| I'm wondering what advice you would give someone when trying to pick between Brain Nutrients, Dopamine Nutrients or Optimal Focus when the consideration is to combat brain fog, concentration and focus issues with poor short term memory. I'm compound heterozygous MTHFR with elevated homocysteine. I have difficult to near impossible to tame insomnia. Some of catecholamines , specifically norepinephrine and epinephrine are low. Lastly looking at blood b12 seems to always be near high with no supplementation and folate RBC was >1223 ng/mL without supplementation. Thank you. -Jeff | I hear you. It can be many causes for what you're experiencing.
I'd consider:
This is more than you asked for. It's more comprehensive as there's a lot going on.
Start with the suggestions above. In a couple weeks, report back how you're feeling and we can tweak things. You may need some Gallbladder Nutrients if there is some constipation or sluggishness after fatty meals, Digestive Enzymes or some Dopamine Nutrients. Let's first get the foundation in place and see what's left. In health, |
| My husband does great on Brain nutrients, however, my daughter (16) who has similiar reactions and who also needs a lot of homocysteine support gets a headache when taking a small amount of this lozenge. She starts off with 1/2 cap of glutathione in morning, takes homecysteine nutrients at breakfast (1/2) cap and if she takes a 1/4 of the brain nutrients, she gets a headache. Is there something that would help flush this reaction out when it does happen? Best option is she probably doesn't need it. | I'd say she doesn't need the Brain Nutrients. She already is getting the glutathione and the homocysteine support. Well done for being observant and knowing the triggers. She may need the Brain Nutrients at some point but as of now she looks like she has the support she needs. I would recommend she have a glass of Optimal Electrolyte in the morning - along with you and your husband. We're all dehydrated in the morning and the electrolyte is a great way to get your day going - in addition to the Brain Nutrients (for your husband) and the Glutathione (for your daughter) In health, |
| Hello, I am currently pregnant. I am taking Optimal Prenatal and your Fish Oil supplement, as well as 400mg of SAMe per day from Life Extensions. (Recommended to me by Dr. Lynch). I am an undermethylator and struggle with anxiety and some depression. Since becoming pregnant, the anxiety has gotten worse. I see a doctor for anxiety who is very knowledgeable about natural/alternative options and is a certified Walsh Protocol practitioner. He is out of ideas for anything additional I can try during pregnancy. Hoping Dr. Lynch might have some additional ideas/options? Looks like I can’t take brain nutrients while pregnant but wondering if there’s anything else that I could add to what I’m already taking. Thank you! Amy Baker | I have a few thoughts here:
This should help quite a bit. Keep me posted. In health, |
| Can this product increase appetite? I am feeling noticeably hungry much more often since around the time I started taking it. And I've gained a little weight, which I do not want. | There is nothing obvious in the Brain Nutrients formula that I can see that would increase your appetite or cause weight gain. In fact, this study found that royal jelly (one of the ingredients) decreased body weight and appetite in Type 2 diabetic females.* https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3963646/ You can stop taking it and see if your appetite stabilizes. If so then there may be an ingredient that is affecting your biochemistry in a particular way that is not typical. Let us know how you go. Regards, |
| First, thank you for what you do, it's been life changing! My 21 yo daughter has had anxiety most of her life with periods of depression. She has homo 1298 MTHFR, poor glutathione recycling and diagnosed with EPI, MCAS, dysautonomia, hyperhydrosis, insomnia, anxiety and depression. Have also treated mold, lyme, heavy metals and SIBO in the past. Your histamine products have really helped with the stomach pains and burning legs, thank you! Now we are working on the anxiety, fear of being alone, poor sleep and low energy. When college life gets busy she feels like she's on the verge of a panic attack all day. She eats, breathes and drinks very clean (OCD about this). Most supplements she doesn't "feel" a difference (except histamine nutrients, that one works in 15 minutes). We've tried Optimal elect, Stress, Serotonin, Dopamine, glutathione and energy nutrients with no noticeable difference. Even medications like gabapentin do nothing for her anxiety. It's like a pathway is blocked or something foundational is missing. Would like to try this next unless you have a different thought. Can't wait for your mental health book! | I'm helping answer some of the questions we are getting. I agree! Dr. Lynch's work has been a blessing for so many people. Thank you :). You've certainly done a lot of work with your daughter and treated many root causes that could be contributing to her symptoms. As well as supporting healthy histamine levels. Well done! And I agree. It does sound like your daughter has some pathways that are not working optimally for her. Brain Nutrients would be a good foundational supplement for her. It's interesting that the Histamine Nutrients seem to make a noticeable difference for her. I feel this could be the SAMe ingredient. SAMe is needed to break down brain histamine. High brain histamine can trigger increased glutamate release in the brain which can contribute to poor sleep, anxiety, panic attacks, etc. Many of the symptoms your daughter seems to be experiencing. If so, I would highly recommend you work with a healthcare practitioner and get a serum methylation panel done to find where she may have 'blocks' as it would help determine the best supplementation strategy for her. All the best :). Regards, |
| I want to purchase this for my 11 year old son, MTHFR both genes A and C heterozygous; also recommended he supplement B12 because MTRR heterozygous . I can’t get him on a good regime w vitamins. Can I also give him Folinic Acid and Optimal Focus? Which should I start with? | Brain Nutrients already contains 400 mcg folinic acid per 2 lozenges which may be enough folate for him. However, you can give him Folinic Acid as well. It may just be that he doesn't need that much. I'd suggest starting with Brain Nutrients first. Your son can also take Optimal Focus if he needs some memory support. Make sure you start him with 1 capsule first with or without food. Increase to 3 capsules once a day only if needing more support. Take up to 5 days consecutively, and stop for 3 days to give the brain a break. Regards, |
| Can I take all of these together? When would I want to or not want to? Are any of them doing the same thing? Thanks! (I have MTHFR C6777T one gene, deficient vitamin D, B12, low white blood cells and high SGBH.) Glutathione Plus Lozenges Methyl B12 with L-Methylfolate Adrenal Cortex Brain Nutrients | That's a pretty powerful combination - too much so. I do like all of them but I would not use all of them at once. Here's how I like using them:
Low white blood cells:
Vitamin D support is best with our D3+K2 In health, |
| I have been taking this one and off for a couple weeks now but when Ia full tablet for a couple days in a row it causes inflammation and pain. I’m pretty sure it’s due to the glutathione. However, I do feel like it helps with my energy levels and brain fog. Any suggestions? | Definitely only use Brain Nutrients on an as needed basis. It's a powerful supplement. I suggest using 1/2 a tablet vs a full tablet. On mornings where you feel great, skip it or use less - possibly even 1/4 tablet. On mornings you feel you need more support, consider 1/2 tablet. I'd also use the Optimal Electrolyte and sip that over time in the morning. I believe you will enjoy the clear headedness it provides, too. In health, |
| Hello! Just had a question about the Brain Nutrients. My daughter, age 19, has dealt with autoimmune issues/sensitivities/leaky gut since she was young. She is way better, but still dealing with some brain issues (ups and downs). She also has been on methylfolate since 8th grade which has helped her mood immensely. We thought we would try this because of some of the other support. She is typically not sensitive to supplements (but is definitely someone who has to pulse things). But within 5 min of taking a Brain Nutrient capsule, she felt like her throat was closing, felt strange, and felt all numb in her extremities. She tried to calm her body down and just rest and breathe, but didn't improve. (got me, and I gave her histamine nutrients and that seemed to help, or things just started to calm. ). But I just wondered if you thought it could perhaps be the different form of folate in this? Or if you have seen a response like this before? She's never experienced a supplement reaction like that and has been on many. She hasn't had that response to anything. Just thought I would ask to see if you had any thoughts. As obviously there is something in there we need to be cautious with (of note, she is positive in most of the dirty genes categories, despite a clean lifestyle) Thank you! | I suspect she may be reacting to the Royal Jelly in the product. Is she really allergic to bees? Even if allergic to bees, people often can take royal jelly just fine. Brain Nutrients is a lozenge - so making sure she took a lozenge of Brain Nutrients. Those with autoimmune conditions tend to be low serotonin for various reasons. I'd consider Serotonin Nutrients for her. There is no royal jelly in this. We do have royal jelly in the Dopamine Nutrients. I'd also consider for her:
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| Hi Dr. Lynch + team, I am noticing that when I take 1 lozenge it causes a dark purple/black color on my tongue (with no other supplements used at the same time). It looks similar to what one might see from chlorophyll or a dark red wine.)Any idea what would cause this? Kind regards, Tricia | That's the PQQ. It interacts with your oral microbiome to give that blue color. I've noticed the more you take the PQQ, the less it does this. It has to do with oral pH and the microbiome. You may also chew it a few times and then swallow if you like. In health, |
| Will the B12 and folate in this product cause acne breakouts? | B12 and Folate do contribute to acne for some reason so it is possible. The amount of B12 and folate is quite low here so it's less likely to contribute especially if you're taking just 1/2 to 1 lozenge a day. Skin Nutrients is a tremendously supportive supplement for healthy skin.* I highly, highly recommend this and it's coming in stock now any day. In health, |
| I ordered Brain Nutrients to see if I lower the dose and maybe eventually stop taking Adderall. Is it safe to use while still on the Adderall at a lower dose? | Adderall supports dopamine levels. You can use Brain Nutrients while still using Adderall at a lower amount yes - but be sure you talk with your prescribing doctor about your adjustments. I would NOT use Dopamine Nutrients in combination with the Adderall. That's too much. You need to be completely off of it. Consider:
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| Dr. Lynch, I am wondering if I should do brain nutrients or optimal focus for a 7 yr old girl who has had 3 concussions in past 2 years from school and Valley Fever since 12/23. She has had major focus issues, joint pain, memory issues, rashes (erythema nodusum), She has always had lots of energy (nonstop), but now complains of fatigue. In past we've tried multivitamins at reduced doses and she seemed even more hyper, irritable. So I am also wondering if we should do your multi MF free when needed for immune support, glutathione lozenges when needed, and optimal electrolytes. She is MTHFR C677t heterozygous, Slow COMT V158 homozygous , Slow MAO Rs6323, GPX1 homozygous, HNMT homozygous. PEMT rs4244593 -Heterozygous , PEMT rs4646406 -+ Heterozygous, PEMT rs7946 ++ Homozygous TT These are some .... I know to treat the symptoms not SNP just want your opinion how to help her. Thank you so much!!! | Good question. Consider:
This is a supportive program for her. She's not ready for multivitamins yet as they're too stimulating for an injured brain. Let's nourish her brain and once she starts feeling better, then she can start using 1/2 a chewable of Kids Multivitamin Chewable MF after breakfast. In health, |
| Is this ok to use with Seeking Health Kids Multivitamin Chewable MF for a 12 yr old? | Yes, you may do this but spread it out - do not give at the same time. I find that it's best to use say 1/4 to 1/2 a lozenge of Brain Nutrients immediately upon waking up in the morning with a glass of Optimal Electrolyte. That's a great way to start the day. Then, after breakfast or lunch, give 1/2 to 1 chewable of the Kids Multivitamin Chewable MF. Always give the chewable multivitamin with food. The Brain Nutrients can be taken away from food. Alternatively, you can give the Kids Multivitamin Chewable MF with breakfast - ideally protein based not dry cereals - and then give Brain Nutrients around the mid afternoon when they are starting to feel like they're getting tired or less productive as it supports healthy cognitive function.* I have Brain Nutrients on my desk and take a 1/2 or 1 lozenge a couple times a day to stay sharp. Combined with the Optimal Electrolyte, it's perfect. For even longer more intense days, I add in Optimal Focus or Dopamine Nutrients. In health, |
| Thank you for your book Dirty Genes. It has been tremendously helpful in understanding a Gene test. I also truly appreciated your TikTok info as every nugget of information leads me to a new understanding of healthy living. Would Brain Nutrient help with hot flashes and night sweets as well as low libido? Had a hysterectomy (uterus only removed for fibroids) 16 years ago and have had hot flashes and night sweets for 15 years now. My gene test indicates a slow MAO as well as a slow COMT. | In terms of supporting healthy libido, consider evaluating your estrogen levels as low estrogen, and low testosterone, may negatively affect libido. Low dopamine is also associated with low libido. Dopamine Nutrients supports healthy libido, healthy motivation and positive mood.* Given that you have a slow COMT and slow MAOA, it would be best to start on 1 capsule of Dopamine Nutrients and see how you respond to it. If you feel nothing from 1 capsule of Dopamine Nutrients, then I would add in 1/2 lozenge of Brain Nutrients. Brain Nutrients supports healthy biopterin levels which are needed to make dopamine.* Some people need the extra support and some do not. In health, |
| My husband is having cognitive issues, such as forgetfulness, repeating questions, needing explicit details and unable to read between the lines as before. I know his testosterone levels have declined quite a bit and looking for a urologist that can help with testing. The first one he saw didn't want to test some of the hormones I believe he needs tested to better evaluate course of action. He said men don't have progesterone, only women do. I nearly hit the roof when my husband told me that. And didn't want to test for other mineral deficiencies either. So my question is will your brain nutrient help to get some clarity while we navigate our course of action. He is also very reluctant to take supplements if it is not prescribed by a doctor. I am trying to get him to understand that pharmaceuticals are not always the answer. Your help and guidance is appreciated. Thank you. | I believe a great place to start is with our multivitamin for men - Optimal Man. Taking 2 capsules with an eggs/meat type of breakfast is recommended. Optimal Man supports healthy testosterone levels as well.* Additionally, I suggest upon waking 1/2 lozenge of Brain Nutrients Lozenge. Then, a serving of Optimal Electrolyte mixed in a glass of filtered water - not chlorinated - to support healthy hydration. Dehydration is a huge issue for cognitive function. I'd say start there as we don't want to overwhelm him. I do think he may need Optimal Focus - 1 capsule - in addition - but let's start here first. He's lucky to have you on his team. In health, |
| Hi Dr. Lynch, I've recently ordered your Dopamine Nutrients, Electrolytes, B-Minus and Glutathione Lozenge. The B-Minus is the first b complex that i've been able to tolerate (MTHFR C667T). Didn't do well with methyfolate and methycobalamin. I started the Dopamine Nutrients to increase motivation and get up and go and really like the way it makes me feel with 1 capsule (4 days on/3 days off). I can't say that I feel much from the Glutathione Lozenge and am wondering if the Brain Nutrients with the Dopamine Nutrients is what I'm looking for. I also read in your Dirty Genes book to not take Liposomal glutathione unless you're already taking a multivitamin (same for Lozenge?) I'm not currently taking a multi, and don't know if this supplement with my B-Minus is sufficient since it also has folate and B12, or whether I should stop the B-Minus and switch to a multi. I'm postmenopausal and the only medication I now take is Lisinopril for high blood pressure; have been off of thyroid medication for the past 12 months. My brain feels much better off of the medication, but I struggle with the lack of motivation and drive. Suggestions? | I'm glad you're doing well with the B Minus and Dopamine Nutrients! Glutathione Plus Lozenges are a gentle way to support brain health.* Brain Nutrients does pack a bit more of a stimulating healthy punch to a brain compared to Glutathione Plus Lozenges.* Being post-menopausal, your estrogen levels are lower which also means your dopamine levels are lower. Combining Brain Nutrients with Dopamine Nutrients is a great duo to support healthy dopamine levels.* You would take 1/4 to 1/2 a lozenge of Brain Nutrients along with 1 capsule of Brain Nutrients. Additionally, sip a glass of Optimal Electrolyte in a liter water bottle of filtered water. This also supports healthy brain function.* A dehydrated brain doesn't fire well. I would not switch to a multivitamin right now since you're doing well with B Minus. I think you may like a capsule of Optimal Focus combined with Dopamine Nutrients. Play around with these and see which combination works best for you. You'll likely find that some days you like just Brain Nutrients 1/2 a lozenge in the morning is enough. Other days you may find you need a full lozenge of Brain Nutrients along with 1 cap of Optimal Focus and 1 cap of Dopamine Nutrients. If you ever get on hormone replacement therapy to support healthy estrogen levels, keep in mind that estrogen will push up your dopamine levels. That happens, you won't need as much Dopamine Nutrients or Brain Nutrients so adjust accordingly. In health, |
| I have dealt with a chronic brain fog for 15+ years, and this supplement has a lot of stuff recommended for my strategene profile(slow maoa, interm. Comt, dirty nos3, dirty gst/gpx, slow mthfr, slow PEMT) and I’m wondering if this is a good fit. I’ve noticed that if I’m on something stimulating I can’t think and feel agitated/overwhelmed, and if I take things that slow me down I get more focused and energized. Do you think this has more a calming/slowing effect or a more stimulating effect? On Another note I’ve also noticed a lot of symptoms that seem like elevated histamine (irregular heartbeat, chronic tinnitus, allergies) and while Dao is the only super 7 that showed up as not dirty I’ve noticed a lot of symptoms getting better by lowering histamine in my diet and taking your histamine products. Would that have an impact on anything this product might do? | Well described. I'd consider Optimal Focus to support a healthy calm focus especially if combined with a capsule of Phosphatidyl Serine. The Optimal Focus supports the health production of the calming neurotransmitter associated with focus, learning and memory - called acetylcholine.* Before bed, consider Histamine Nutrients to support healthy histamine levels if you're starting at the ceiling and you need support for healthy sleep onset.* After dinner, consider 1 capsule of ProBiota HistaminX to support healthy histamine levels in your microbiome.* Most histamine comes from the gut so focusing on a healthy gut is key. If you have a heightened response from stress, consider using Stress Nutrients in the morning to have a healthy response to stressors.* You may not need Stress Nutrients most days but on the days that Phosphatidyl Serine and Optimal Focus aren't cutting it, Stress Nutrients may be helpful for additional healthy support.* In health, |
| What would be the best supplement to help heal from a Concussion? | I like Optimal PC and Glutathione Plus Lozenges. These two are very supportive for a healthy brain. I'd take 1 lozenge of Glutathione Plus Lozenge upon waking, another one very late morning and likely another one midday. As one improves reduce down to one lozenge a day. For the Optimal PC, I'd consider 1 capsule in the morning with breakfast and 1 capsule after dinner. I'd also add in 1 to 2 capsules of Optimal Focus with breakfast. Be sure to hydrate as well with Optimal Electrolyte. The brain must be hydrated. Start each of these one at a time so you know how they feel before adding in another one. In health, |
| Dear Dr Lynch. I have MAOA rs 6323 Risk allele G with genotype GG +/+. I also have compound heterozygous for 667CT and 1298AC. I have high stress and anxiety with fear plus I can not shut down my brain at night to sleep basically have really hard time falling at staying asleep. Woul this product help me with my snps and problems I mentioned above? Thank you! Sincerely Bahodur Abdukholiqov!!! | I recommend combining these supplements:
During the day, consider Stress Nutrients - 2 capsules or so with breakfast. You may do well also with 1-2 capsules of Optimal Man with breakfast. Ensure you are nose breathing and not mouth breathing. It's very important for healthy mood. In health, |
| I LOVE how productive and focused I am when I take Brain Nutrients. The only downside is that a few hours after I take them, I inevitable need a nap. My whole body feels tired, but I still have mental clarity. Do you know why that would be or what ingredient I am reacting to? | I hear you and that's an awesome observation. I think it's two fold or three or even more :) You're supporting your mental ability to do work but physically you aren't supported. It's like having nitrous in your car but your tires are flat. Here's what I recommend: Adrenal Cortex supports healthy cortisol levels and is taken in the morning with a protein based breakfast - not carb based.* You need Adrenal Cortex in the mornings IF you wake up too tired, woke up too frequently throughout the night, got up to pee at night, stand up and feel dizzy at times. Optimal Electrolyte: sip a glass of Optimal Electrolyte alongside when you take a Brain Nutrients. Notice I said SIP :) - Take periodic sips of this as you need. When you feel locked in, don't sip anything more. When you feel a slight slide towards fatigue, take another sip. Protein vs Carbs: make sure you are eating enough protein like in meat for your meals. Always start your mornings with protein not sugar or carbs or caffeine. That will wreck the rest of your day. Instead of caffeine, the Brain Nutrients and Optimal Electrolyte should do the job. You may also need to take Multivitamin One with breakfast a FEW days a week. On the mornings you feel very tired, take 1 capsule with breakfast. One mornings you feel good, do not take it. You should be way better now :) BTW - on my desk I have Optimal Focus, Brain Nutrients, Glutathione Lozenge and Optimal Electrolyte. I usually use Optimal Electrolyte and Brain Nutrients. I also found that I like taking 1/2 to 1 lozenge of Brain Nutrients and then taking another 1/2 to 1 a few hours later if needed. I don't like taking too much of it at once. Find what works for you. Perhaps you'll do better with 1/4 to 1/2 a lozenge at a time. You can always take more later. In health, |
| I’m trying to figure out why I get nauseous when I take brain nutrients and I what I can do about it other than stopping. Thank you! | There are a couple things you can do:
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| Im not sure you actually address this issue but I am looking for ideas. I have constant tinnitus which I have had for many years. My right ear rings the loudest and my left ear is lower but pulses, like a heart bea. I have no idea why but looking to decrease - not cure as I understand that might not be a possibility. I feel like my head is buzzing at times along with the ringing along with general anxiety and wondering if brain nutrients or another supplement could work towards alleviating the level. Thanks | Tinnitus is typically associated with high histamine. Supporting healthy histamine levels is needed. Before dinner, take 2 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients to support healthy bile production and bile flow. This is key to support healthy digestion and healthy histamine levels in the gut.* Consider Histamine Nutrients - 2 capsules before bed - to support overall healthy histamine levels.* Also, if experiencing periodic stress, consider one serving of Stress Nutrients in the morning which is 3 capsules. Start your day with a protein based breakfast as well like sausages and eggs. Try this first. If needing more support, add in ProBiota HistaminX - 1 capsule after dinner. If you notice your ears ringing more after meals, and less in the morning after you've not eaten in quite some time, consider Histamine Digest. Take 1 capsule with each meal. You may want to just get the Histamine Bundle and support healthy histamine levels from all areas. I would like you to support first with my recommendations at the top first - then if needing more support, add in the Histamine Bundle - and be sure to read the Histamine Workbook to identify sources of histamine that may be lurking. Ask your doctors to check your blood pressure and your fasted homocysteine levels. In health, |
| I gave my 16 year old son one brain nutrients lozenge on Saturday ( now see that's probably too much) He felt good the first day, Sunday average, Monday tired and headachey then that night he developed a fever. Could this be a histamine response as he does have both Mthfr defects (single of each, which is why I thought the brain nutrients may help his anxiety) and DAO issues in his gene profile? He is prone to migraines with fever under times of stress. I am now thinking this may be histamine related. Is there another product that may be more suitable? Thanks | I made the Brain Nutrients a bit too potent. I do recommend using 1/4 to 1/2 lozenge when starting out to see how it works. I like taking Brain Nutrients upon waking. I also keep a bottle on my desk at work and take 1/2 when my head starts feeling fuzzy. I just took 1/2 ;) There are bugs going around right now so he may have just gotten something and feeling under the weather. At the first sign of not feeling well, have a bite or two of food, then take a serving of Immune Intensive. If you can, sauna. If not possible, then stop what you're doing, get home and go to sleep. Upon waking, have another bite or two of food and another serving of Immune Intensive. This formulation really supports a healthy immune system and fast. If he is stressed, I'd consider Stress Nutrients. Give him 1-3 capsules with breakfast. They really support a healthy response to stress. Stress increases histamine production and release. If prone to migraines, you're right that they may be triggered by histamine. They also may be triggered by low serotonin - or both. I'd consider giving him ProBiota HistaminX after dinner. Then I'd also give him Histamine Nutrients before bed. At the very, very beginning of his head not feeling good, give him 1/2 a Brain Nutrients. People are reporting it really supports the aches from getting worse. In health, |
| I'm curious about the difference between Brain Nutrients and Optimal Focus. My father has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and I'm looking for the best supplement options. I ended up buying Optimal Focus and PQQ but now wondering if we should have started with Brian Nutrients? | You picked a great combination. Once you finish up with the PQQ, stop using that and add in Brain Nutrients. I'd use 1 x Brain Nutrients upon waking in the morning along with 1 x Optimal Focus after a protein based breakfast. Do not have a carb based breakfast with lots of sugar. Eggs, meat, fruit, honey are great. Your father will likely require 1 x Brain Nutrients upon waking, then 2-3 capsules of Optimal Focus with breakfast - but start with 1 and see how he does. In health, |
| I have been looking at the nootropics and feel like they all apply to me. Most days I wake up tired. Would love to sleep in if I could. Wake up every night around 3-4am - toss and turn some nights more than others. Some days I have energy and some days I don’t. I have reactivated EBV that I’m currently dealing with and history of Lyme. Hypothyroidism as well. My brain gets really fatigued during the day if I’m having to really think and concentrate or it’s a busy day at work. I feel tired in the afternoons and brain fog sets in. I’m type A and will push myself to get everything done, but by the end of the work day, I’m super tired and my brain is shot. I’m a school nurse and have been told I’m a perfectionist at work. Home not so much because I’m exhausted. I’ve used all my energy at work. I know I have anxiety and worry about things. I wouldn’t say I have depression, but maybe apathy. I get irritated easily too. I have tried 5-HTP in the past and it did nothing. I have MTHFR 1298c heterozygous. I don’t think I absorb nutrients well based on labs and HTMA showed low minerals across the board. I get SAD in the winter or on overcast days. Sunshine gives me a positive mood. I have been on Concerta in the past for ADD-inattentive symptoms and it helped me stay motivated and get projects completed, but it felt too stimulating and would prefer to avoid these meds. I currently have no motivation and crave sweets, so having trouble losing weight and sticking to a healthy diet. I don’t tolerate alcohol well. Half a glass of wine and I can feel it! I get stressed because I have things I need to get done around the house but feel overwhelmed and not motivated. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated! | Yes. You're right. We all could use specific types of nootropic support depending on the day. This is exactly why I have a variety of targeted nootropics vs just putting all ingredients into one supplement. I'd start with Serotonin Nutrients before bed to support healthy sleep duration.* If you find that you're still waking up too early, then add Adrenal Cortex with breakfast. Only take Adrenal Cortex with breakfast when you still wake up too early and are trashed. Do not take it otherwise. During the day when you are working hard with your brain, I'd use Brain Nutrients. Start with 1/4 to 1/2 lozenge. I keep a bottle on my desk. It's looking at me. I took 1 capsule of Optimal Focus this morning so I don't need Brain Nutrients. I think Optimal Focus would be too powerful for you right now. On days you want to support healthy drive, libido or really have cravings, and Serotonin Nutrients doesn't cut it, then I'd use a capsule of Dopamine Nutrients with a 1/4 of Brain Nutrients lozenge.* So: In health, |
| Hi! Moderately slow COMT and in perimenopause so hormones are having wild swings. Testosterone and Estradiol are low on Dutch so not sure the DIM is right? Progesterone is low so I just started oral days 14-28. Symptoms: anxiety, brain fog, heart palpitations, low mood, low libido. I just started stress nutrients to support adrenals. | If estrogen levels are low, then I would not use DIM+I3C. I would consider Stress Nutrients as you have done. I'd also consider Dopamine Nutrients due to how you are feeling - not based on your genetics. I'd add Optimal Electrolyte Unflavored first thing in the morning. Sip it with 1/2 lozenge of Glutathione Plus Lozenge. I would not use Brain Nutrients quite yet. Use the Glutathione Plus lozenge (1/2 upon waking) with 1 capsule of Dopamine Nutrients. In health, |
| Hello Dr Lynch, I have an eight month old that’s been sleeping so poorly for the last 3 months. She does not sleep longer than 2 hours at the time during the night and I am so exhausted. Would brain nutrients help calm my nervous system a bit? My brain/mind feels so stressed without sleep. Thank you 🙏🏻 | I would consider a few things.
I would also look into reasons why baby isn't sleeping. Some things:
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| I am trying to determine if Brain Nutrients or Optimal Focus is better suited for my 8 year old daughter. She has ADHD and is having a very difficult time focusing in school. She is impulsive and works too quickly on her school work. I have tried other natural supplements and they have not been successful in helping her. I have also tried a supplement that resulted in her being overly agitated and hyper just after 2 days. Any insight as to what would be best to try would be appreciated. | I believe Brain Nutrients may be the wrong supplement for her. I have a few supplement recommendations below. IMPORTANT: Only introduce one supplement at a time. This way you know how each one supports her. Introduce one every other day. I'd consider Serotonin Nutrients - 1/2 capsule mixed in a bite of organic applesauce. Impulsivity appears to be associated with low serotonin levels. Thus, supporting healthy levels of serotonin seems to the best first approach here. You will know, and so will she, in about 30 minutes after taking the supplement. Use the Serotonin Nutrients only on days you see her being impulsive and impatient. On days you see her in the morning in a good mood and doing well, do not use it. You do not want high levels of serotonin - you want healthy levels. If Serotonin Nutrients backfires or doesn't work for some reason, then you can counter the response by using Lithium Orotate. I suspect Serotonin Nutrients is the right choice but I could be incorrect. If I am wrong, then use 1/2 capsule of Lithium Orotate. I'd also consider Kids Multivitamin Chewable MF.
And Glutathione Plus Lozenge.
I highly recommend running her genetic information through StrateGene. You can use her raw data from 23andme, Ancestry or SelfDecode. If you don't have a genetic test done yet for her, I recommend you use SelfDecode. I appreciate their privacy policy and their reports are also quite helpful. Here is where you can order SelfDecode: Use coupon code SDDRLYNCH to save 10% In health, |
| Is this generally safe to take if also using an SSRI? | Yes. It is NOT safe to use Serotonin Nutrients combined with a SSRI. Dopamine Nutrients plus a SSRI is doable but one must be mindful how they are feeling. Talk with your doctor about monitoring how you're feeling and the dosage. In health, |
| Hi- does this help with brain fog caused by PMS/ PMDD? Does something else help like optimal focus? Your lithium oratate is helping to calm me immensely but I still have a fog in my head. I’ve tried your glutathione but it doesn’t clear the fog. Note I have a slow COMT and lots of dopamine in my head which is why I can’t rely on things like caffeine to clear my fog. Thanks! | I believe Brain Nutrients may be too stimulating for you if you tend to have a slow COMT with high dopamine. High estrogen levels are associated with PMS/PMDD and high dopamine. That said, I'd consider DIM+I3C as this supports healthy estrogen levels. Take 1 capsule especially on days 9-15 of your cycle or whenever you are experiencing discomfort. I think I know the feeling you are experiencing. It's a heaviness more than a cloud? That can be caused by higher estrogen. The heaviness can lead to headaches. Having healthy estrogen levels may be the ticket you're looking for. Note: Do not use DIM+I3C if you're pregnant. You can use it while breastfeeding. In health, |
| Does the “ take as needed” directions mean you can take more than two a day? My husband took 2 and noticed nothing. | Correct. I have some people using 1/4 lozenge and feeling it instantly. I know of others that need 4 lozenges before they feel their desired effects. I do recommend taking Brain Nutrients upon waking in the morning. Chew it, let it dissolve slowly after chewing, hold in your mouth until it's all melted and saliva, hold another 5 seconds, then swallow. In health, |
| Hi Dr Lynch- I am trying to decide between Brain Nutrients and Optimal Focus. I am a 61 year old female nurse practitioner. Very active and healthy. I do have a low IgG level, just as an fyi. Thank you! Monica | Depends on what benefits you desire. Please read the detailed product pages on those two. Go over the checklist for each product. For a low IgG, consider:
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| Is this considered generally safe to take while breastfeeding? | Yes it is :) I recommend starting with 1/4 to 1/2 lozenge first to see how you feel with this amount. If you're looking for supporting healthy focus more than Brain Nutrients is providing you, consider adding a capsule of Dopamine Nutrients. I enjoy this combination along with sipping a serving of Optimal Electrolyte. In health, |
| Can this be used to support the Brain after brainissues similar to have had an wiphlash but it was after 2nd time corona? Also I read corona deplieds serotonin and dopamin by those have this low (I think those with dirty nos gene ?) so really hope this product can help with that | Brain Nutrients supports a healthy brain and general support of healthy neurotransmitter production. I do recommend using 1/4 to 1/2 lozenge of Brain Nutrients to start to see how you respond to it. Some people do very well with smaller amounts and others need the full 2 lozenges per serving. If you feel you need more support of healthy motivation, I would combine Brain Nutrients with 1 capsule of Dopamine Nutrients. In health, |
| I thought if you have Slow COMT, you’re not supposed to take glutathione. Is this not the case | Glutathione is produced by your body naturally and incredibly important. With slow COMT, glutathione is very important. Brain Nutrients is best to start with 1/4 lozenge, bite once, let dissolve in your mouth, hold for a few seconds and then swallow. See how you feel. If you feel no changes after 5 minutes, take another 1/4. Stop at 1/2 lozenge. If feeling nothing after 1 hour, then take another 1/4 lozenge. Some people only need 1/4 and others need 2 full lozenges. Key with glutathione, for anyone, is to start low and take as needed. In health, |
| I just noticed this contains calcium folinate. Is that okay for people with MTHFR? | Yes - calcium folinate is a great form of folate. In health, |
| How many mg of glutathione is in a serving? How many mg of PQQ is in a serving? Thank you! (Trying to decide between this and Optimal Glutathione Plus!) | Thank you for your question! Brain Nutrients contains 10 mg Pyrroloquinoline quinone Salt (LifePQQ™) and 25 mg of S-Acetyl Glutathione (Emothion®). |
| Can this cause a bad headache which leads to nausea? My bf tried this and as the day went on his head was worsening and later at night ended up throwing up (which he’s been known to do from bad headache/migraines). Or do you think it probably wasn’t related? | Yes, that's possible if he took too much for him. That's a pretty severe reaction and there were likely other factors at play - but Brain Nutrients is powerful. I recommend using Brain Nutrients first thing in the morning and using only 1/4 of a lozenge immediately upon waking up. This is a very potent supplement and should be used as needed and as low amount as needed. I usually use 1/2 lozenge immediately upon waking and that sets me straight for many hours of mental performance. In health, |
| Is Brain Nutrients safe to take during pregnancy? | Thank you for your question! While, this product is generally well tolerated by expecting moms, we cannot say it's specifically safe for you. We would recommend reaching out to your trusted healthcare provider to see if this product is right for you. |
| Is this helpful for a teen with poor focus and concentration? | Thank you for your question! Brain Nutrients support healthy mental energy, mood, concentration, and focus. For information about the suitability of our products for children, please check out our Learning Center article "Can my child take Seeking Health supplements" here: https://support.seekinghealth.com/hc/en-us/articles/360026312413-Can-my-child-take-Seeking-Health-supplements-and-at-what-serving-size- |
| Is there any stimulants in this? Caffeine or anything that could speed up the heart rate? | Thank you for your question! No, there is not caffeine or stimulants in this product. |
| I read about 40% of the population can’t process folate well. If I am one of those, can I still take this product? | Thank you for your question! Typically, folic acid is what you would want to avoid because most people can't process it well. The only way to tell is through trial and error or some type of genetic testing. Every individual is different so some with MTHFR may be able to tolerate the product without issue while others may not. We would recommend speaking to your trusted healthcare provider to see if this would be a good fit for you. |
| Does Brain 🧠 Nutrients contain gluten or dairy or soy? Important questions - I wish your label just said this without someone, especially someone with a foggy Brain, having to ask. 😉 | Thank you for your question! Brain Nutrients is free of dairy, gluten, and soy. This information can also be found on the back of the label under "does not contain" as well as on the product page just under the supplement facts. |
| Hi, when will this product be stocked by Australian distributors? Also, when will the Dopamine Nutrients be released? | Thank you for reaching out to us regarding the availability of Brain Nutrients in Australia. For local availability, we recommend contacting our Australian distributors directly. They are responsible for ordering and stocking the product, so they will be able to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding its status. Additionally, we're pleased to inform you that the ETA for Dopamine Nutrients is expected to be in November. We recommend keeping an eye out or getting in touch with our distributors closer to the release date for availability in your region. We appreciate your interest in our products, and please let us know if there's any other way we can assist you. |