Why does Active Memory contain vitamin B12 and folic acid?Updated a day ago

Vitamin B12 and folic acid (vitamin B9) are important nutrients for normal psychological function and the healthy functioning of the nervous system.

They're included in Efamol Active Memory as part of our carefully selected combination of nutrients designed to support brain health as we age.

What are their benefits?

• Vitamin B12: Contributes to normal psychological function, normal nervous system function and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

• Folic acid (folate): Contributes to normal psychological function and the reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

• Together: Both contribute to normal homocysteine metabolism, an important process that has attracted scientific interest in relation to brain health and healthy ageing.

What is homocysteine, and why does it matter for brain health?

Homocysteine is an amino acid naturally produced by the body during normal metabolism.

Your body uses vitamins B12 and folate to help convert homocysteine into other useful compounds, helping maintain its normal metabolism.

This is particularly interesting for brain health because research has found an association between elevated homocysteine levels and poorer cognitive function, including memory, in older adults.

However, although B vitamins support normal homocysteine metabolism, research has not consistently shown that lowering homocysteine through supplementation improves memory or prevents cognitive decline.

Why include both in Active Memory?

By combining vitamin B12 and folic acid with DHA-rich fish oil and other carefully selected ingredients, Active Memory provides nutritional support for several normal functions relevant to brain health and everyday wellbeing.

It's part of Efamol's approach to supporting healthy ageing through carefully considered nutrition.

If you have any questions about the ingredients in Active Memory, our friendly Customer Service team is happy to help at [email protected].