MJ Tonic - Focus
NPN 80040236
Thanks to its complete and unique formula, recognized for its effectiveness and safety by Health Canada, Focus helps keep your brain sharp, efficient, and healthy. It increases your ability to concentrate and learn, and allows you to have a more alert mind, sharper reflexes, and a memory in peak condition.
- Students, professionals: improves cognitive functions, memory, concentration and mental performance following periods of mental effort.
- People in transition, in menopause: balances mood.
- Elderly: Improves short and long term memory and concentration.
Our memory and concentration are constantly in demand, at any age. For students, having an excellent memory is essential throughout their studies to facilitate learning. During professional life, we are required to be creative, innovative, and successful. It is therefore important to have a sharp and alert mind. Finally, as we age, memory tends to play tricks! Our memory is an essential function of our brain, so it is important to maintain and train it in order to keep our brain
young and healthy.
The Focus formula provides essential nutrients to improve and maintain cognitive function, memory, and concentration. The importance of nourishing and protecting our brain.
The balance of our brain is a key parameter for our health and well-being. We are all aware that breathing, diet, environment, lifestyle, and emotions are involved in neurological processes. In recent years, scientific research has given us the opportunity to better understand the fascinating world of the brain. Studies are opening new avenues and revealing the major impact of nutrients and micronutrients on cognitive functions, memory, concentration, mood, and the prevention of oxidation and degeneration of neurons. In a context where the nervous system is increasingly called upon in our daily lives, here are some of my favorite nutritional supplements that contribute to the functioning and protection of the most complex organ in the human body.
Focus contains five exceptional nutrients combined to improve brain function: citicoline (Cognizin®), vinpocetine, ginseng, fish oil, and coenzyme Q10. NeuroComplex also includes amino acids, vitamins, and medicinal plants. This combination allows you to benefit from the effects of each active ingredient, thus enhancing its effectiveness. In addition to cognitive health benefits, it also provides cardiovascular and metabolic benefits. In addition, Focus is a source of antioxidants and omega-3s. Thanks to its complete and unique formula, recognized by Health Canada (NPN 80040236), Focus helps keep your brain sharp, efficient, and healthy! Focus increases the ability to concentrate, makes the mind more alert, reflexes sharper, better learning ability, and memory in peak condition!
Focus supplement is perfectly suitable for diabetics, is gluten-free, allergen-free, GMO-free, and contains no chemicals or preservatives.
Specifications
Omega-3 fatty acids: 115 mg (EPA 18%; DHA 12%) - Support
• Actively participate in the development and functioning of the brain
• Contribute to cognitive health and brain function
• Help maintain and support cardiovascular health
• Promotes good mood balance
Study: Omega-3 (EPA and DHA, from salmonid oil) (15)
Omega-3 fatty acids (Eicosapentaenoic Acid and Docosahexaenoic Acid) are actively involved in brain development and function, contributing to cognitive health and brain function. Additionally, omega-3s have been shown to help maintain and support cardiovascular health and promote healthy mood.
L-Glutamine: 100 mg – Concentration
• Increases the production of GABA, a brain neurotransmitter with a calming effect on nerve pathways
• Serves as fuel for neuronal cells (after transformation)
• Helps eliminate excess ammonia (cell poison), thus preventing brain function from being hampered
• Increases the ability to concentrate
• Improves short-term and long-term memory
Study: L-Glutamine (19-23)
This amino acid is found in abundance in the blood and muscles. It contributes to the production of proteins, the repair of cartilage and tendons, and immune protection. Glutamine is also a precursor to GABA, gamma-aminobutyric acid. This is a neurotransmitter in the brain that has a calming effect on nerve pathways. Glutamine increases the production of GABA, hence its calming effect and its beneficial effect on concentration, particularly in cases of stress and jostling. Some of the glutamine present in the plasma is transformed into glutamic acid in the brain, where it will primarily serve as "fuel." Among other things, it has the ability to absorb excess ammonia. Eliminating this poison from the cell prevents brain function from being hampered, increases the ability to concentrate, and improves short-term and long-term memory.
Citicoline (Cognizin®): 55 mg – Protection and support
• Provides the nutrients needed to support brain health, focus and memory
• Helps in the production of acetylcholine (neurotransmitter)
• Modulates the transmission of dopamine and norepinephrine (neurotransmitters)
• Protects and regenerates brain tissue
• Increases cellular synthesis and energy
Study: Citicoline (Cognizin®) (2-8)
Citicoline is a natural nutrient found in every cell of the human body, particularly essential for brain health. Cognizin® provides the nutrients needed to support brain health, focus, and memory. Citicoline aids in the production of acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter) and modulates the transmission of dopamine and norepinephrine. It protects and regenerates brain tissue and increases cell synthesis and energy.
L-Carnitine: 50 mg – Concentration and support
• Stimulates brain functions
• Increases concentration skills
• Improves intellectual faculties and long-term memory
• Improves mood and concentration
• Increases alertness, learning abilities and memorization
• Reduces forgetfulness problems
Study: L-Carnitine (9, 16-18)
Carnitine is an amino acid that helps muscles function properly. It also has a specific effect on the central nervous system. It stimulates brain function and increases concentration. It improves intellectual abilities and long-term memory, as well as mood and concentration. This helps increase alertness, learning abilities, and memory, while reducing forgetfulness.
Siberian Ginseng: 31 mg Eleutherococcus senticosus root extract, QBE 310 mg – Stimulant
• Helps boost memory
• Tones the body
• Improves mental performance following periods of mental effort
Study: Siberian Ginseng (13, 14)
Siberian ginseng is a medicinal plant that helps stimulate memory, improve physical performance, tone the body and improve mental performance following periods of mental exertion.
Ginkgo biloba: 27 mg extract, QBE 1350 mg (Flavoglycosides 24%; Terpenolactones 6%) – Carrier
• Improves cognitive functions and memory
• Increases blood circulation to the brain
Study: Ginkgo biloba (11, 12)
Ginkgo biloba is known to help improve cognitive function and memory. It helps maintain peripheral circulation by increasing blood flow to the brain.
Coenzyme Q10: 10 mg – Protection and support
• Essential antioxidant for energy production
• Helps reduce blood pressure
• Protects the body from damage caused by free radicals
• Protects the brain from degenerative conditions (its production reduces with age)
Study: Coenzyme Q10 (9, 10)
This coenzyme activates energy production at the cellular level, acting like a vitamin in the body. It is an essential antioxidant for energy production. It helps maintain and/or support cardiovascular health by helping to reduce blood pressure. It is also considered a good protector of the body against damage caused by free radicals. Since its production decreases with age, its intake can protect the brain from degenerative conditions.
Vinpocetine: 10 mg – Protection and support
• Supports cognitive functions
• Improves blood circulation at the neuronal level
• Improves oxygen utilization in the brain
• Reduces platelet aggregation
• Exerts a considerable neuroprotective effect by protecting the brain from damage linked to exotoxins such as glutamate.
•Could save up to 50% of permanently lost neurons
• Increases the synthesis of several neurotransmitters affecting critical brain functions such as memory, concentration and mood
Study: Vinpocetine (24-26)
Vinpocetine is derived from a periwinkle seed extract that supports cognitive function and helps improve memory. Vinpocetine improves neuronal blood flow, oxygen utilization in the brain, and reduces platelet aggregation. It thus exerts a significant neuroprotective effect by protecting the brain from damage caused by exotoxins such as glutamate. According to some scientific studies, it can save up to 50% of neurons that are permanently lost. Vinpocetine notably increases the synthesis of several neurotransmitters that affect critical brain functions such as memory, concentration, and mood.
Blueberry: 4 mg of fruit – Protection
• Good source of antioxidants
• Reduces neuronal oxidative damage and potential inflammation
Study: Cornflower (1)
Blueberries are known to be a good source of antioxidants. The anthocyanins found in blueberries, which give them their blue color, reduce oxidative damage to neurons and brain inflammation. This can improve mental acuity and even help reduce age-related cognitive decline and short-term memory loss.
B vitamins: Vitamin B6 0.05 mg; Vitamin B12 0.05 mg; Vitamin B9 0.01 mg – Support
• Help prevent cognitive decline associated with aging
• Helps in the formation of tissues and red blood cells
• Support memory by reducing the intake of homocysteine, an amino acid which in high concentrations increases the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's.
Study: B vitamins (27)
B vitamins are essential for the body to function properly. In particular, supplementing with vitamins B6, B9 (folic acid), and B12 helps prevent cognitive decline associated with aging. They are known to help the body metabolize carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, and to aid in the formation of tissues and red blood cells. Combining vitamin B9 with vitamins B6 and B12 supports memory by reducing the intake of homocysteine, an amino acid that in high concentrations is thought to increase the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Focus?
Focus provides essential nutrients to improve and maintain cognitive function, memory, and concentration. The supplement contains five exceptional nutrients combined to improve brain function: citicoline (Cognizin®), vinpocetine, ginseng, omega-3, and coenzyme Q10. Focus also contains amino acids, vitamins, and medicinal herbs. This combination allows you to benefit from the effects of each active ingredient, thus enhancing its effectiveness.
What are the benefits of Focus?
It improves cognitive function, memory, and mental performance after periods of mental exertion. It also provides benefits for cardiovascular health and metabolism. It is also a source of antioxidants and omega-3s.
Why is it important to maintain our brain?
The balance of our brain is a key parameter for our health and well-being. We are all aware that breathing, diet, environment, lifestyle, and emotions are involved in neurological processes. In recent years, scientific research has given us the opportunity to better understand the fascinating world of the brain. Studies are opening new avenues and revealing the major impact of nutrients and micronutrients on cognitive functions, memory, concentration, mood, and the prevention of oxidation and degeneration of neurons. In a context where the nervous system is increasingly called upon in our daily lives, Focus is a nutritional supplement that contributes to the functioning and protection of the most complex organ in the human body.
What is citicoline?
Citicoline is a natural nutrient found in every cell of the human body, particularly essential for brain health. Cognizin® provides the nutrients needed to support brain health, focus, and memory. Citicoline aids in the production of acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter) and modulates the transmission of dopamine and norepinephrine. It protects and regenerates brain tissue and increases cell synthesis and energy.
What is the recommended daily dose for Focus?
For an adult, it is recommended to take 1 capsule, 3 times a day.
How does Focus differ from other products known to improve cognitive functions?
Focus stands out from other products with its unique formula, composed of the most powerful and effective ingredients, proven by numerous studies to improve memory and concentration. The combination of these ingredients also provides numerous other benefits for overall health. Medicinal plants, amino acids, omega-3s, vitamins, and other essential nutrients work synergistically, maximizing its effectiveness.
Is Focus safe?
Its formula is recognized by Health Canada (NPN 80040236) and is perfectly suitable for diabetics, is gluten-free, allergen-free, GMO-free, and contains no chemical or preservative agents.
If I have suffered from a serious illness and am taking medication, can I take Focus?
It is advisable to consult your doctor if you are taking health products that may have an effect on blood clotting (e.g., anticoagulant agents, replacement therapy with clotting factors, acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen, fish oil, vitamin E); these products may increase the risk of spontaneous bleeding.
Are there any contraindications to taking Focus if I am pregnant?
It is advisable to consult your doctor before using Focus if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Can I give Focus to my 5-year-old son who has ADD?
Focus provides many nutrients essential for the proper development of the nervous system during the growing years of children and adolescents to improve learning, concentration, and academic performance. In addition, Focus provides DHA, one of the two essential fatty acids (along with EPA) found in oily fish. DHA helps optimize the brain's cognitive functions, whether in terms of learning, memory, and even visual acuity. Focus is also recommended for cases of attention deficit disorder, to reduce the symptoms of ADD/ADHD, and for nervous system health.
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