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BrainAlert Review
By Razvan Radu, Senior Writer, Rebecca Williams, MD, MA, MB, BChir (Expert Reviewer)
Rebecca Williams studied medicine at Cambridge University where she also obtained a degree in Experimental Psychology. A widely known General Practitioner in London, Rebecca also served in Community Paediatrics, and has published research in the field of complementary and alternative medicine.
Rebecca relocated to Johannesburg, South Africa where she has been able to pursue holistic community healthcare by developing a community health training program which she has taught in Mozambique, Zambia, Uganda and Nepal.
Some of Rebecca’s published research can be viewed on Researchgate.
BrainAlert is advertised as the most effective cognitive enhancement possible. According to the manufacturer, Brain Alert LLC, the formula is based on 24 natural ingredients mixed together in a patent pending formula. The ingredients allegedly work by improving oxygen delivery to the brain, and, consequently as neurotransmitter uptake is also improved, the speed of intercellular communication increases, optimizing brain functions.
The core benefits advertised by the manufacturer are enhanced concentration and reaction time, brain cells growth, improved short term and long term memory and lower stress levels.
The product has been on the market since 2005 and is manufactured by Brain Alert LLC, as the only product in the company’s portfolio. According to the company, the supplement manufacturing was preceded by two years of research. No other website references BrainAlert whatsoever, which calls into question the formula’s effectiveness.
The manufacturer mentions over 100 studies which have shown BrainAlert to positively impact memory, mood and cognitive abilities, but does not disclose the details of these studies (methodology, sample size and characteristics, conclusions, etc.). The product is subject to a 100% money back guarantee available within a 30-day time frame.
BrainAlert BrainAlert Ingredients
BrainAlert contains the following ingredients: Acetyl-l-carnitine, Ashwagandha (Withania Somnifera), Bacopa Monnieri, Bioperine, Choline, CoQ10, DMAE bitartrate, Folic Acid, Ginkgo Biloba, Gotu Kola, Huperzine A, L-Carnosine, N-Acetyl Tyrosine, Panax Ginseng, R-Alpha Lipoic Acid, Rhodiola Rosea, Trimethylglycine, Vinpocetine, Vitamin B1 Thiamine (4 mg), Vitamin B2 Riboflavin (4 mg), Vitamin B3 Niacinamide (20 mg), Vitamin B5 Pantothenic Acid (20 mg), Vitamin B6 Pyridoxine (4 mg), Vitamin B12 Methylcobalamin (24 mcg), gelatine, Magnesium stearate, Silicon Dioxide, and rice flour.
Product Features
BrainAlert is a potent brain mixture of 24 herbal ingredients, vitamins and nutrients designed to improve memory, mood and concentration.
Some of the most important herbal ingredients included in the formula are the very popular extracts of Ginkgo Biloba, Gotu Kola, Bacopa Monnieri, Ginseng and Ashwagandha. All have been linked to mood improvement, sedative and nerve calming properties.
Ashwagandha, for instance, has been used by the Indian medicine practitioners for over 3000 years. It has adaptogenic properties, which means it helps the body manage daily stressful situations. Studies conducted so far have shown positive results in nerve regeneration and improving memory, mood and thinking abilities. It is generally considered safe when taken orally in the short term. However, long-term safety is not sufficiently researched, as large doses are believed to cause stomach problems, vomiting and diarrhea.
Choline is another important ingredient of the formula. It is Acetylcholine’s precursor, a neurotransmitter known to play a significant role in many functions such as memory and muscle control. Daily recommended dosage: 1 to 3 capsules first thing in the morning, preferably on an empty stomach with a glass of water.
Advantages
- The formula is covered by a 100% money back guarantee;
- The formula is prepared in an FDA approved facility that follows current GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines;
- Free shipping is available for bigger orders (more than 2 bottles).
Disadvantages
- The manufacturer does not detail the methodology of the reviews cited in its advertising messages;
- The formula is non-FDA-approved;
- The manufacturer only produces BrainAlert and no other company seems to retail this formulation which is rather odd.
Conclusion
BrainAlert is a dietary supplement designed to improve memory and other important cognitive functions. The large number of ingredients is not a guarantee to ensuring the wide spectrum of benefits marketed for the formula. Still, it should be taken into consideration that the product comes with a 30-day 100% money back guarantee (less shipping charges).
Consumer reviews available are generally positive, but should also be treated with caution since they may be a mere marketing tool.
Although the formula is claimed to be manufactured in a GMP compliant facility and the product has been available on the market for more than 6 years, we recommend caution and advise our readers to see a healthcare provider prior to beginning treatment.
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If you’re a customer service representative like me, then you know that a stressful day is an average shift. With Brain Alert, I found that I was more in control of my emotions at the end of my shifts and that I could focus better on what was actually going wrong.
BrainAlert helped me get back on track. I’ve gained my lost focus back, and now I find it easier to concentrate and work longer hours. I can’t recommend this product enough!
If you are interested there are a few things missing from the brain alert formula (in my opinion) that will dramatically increase the results, St. John’s Wort is a medicinal plant (Hypericum perforatum) that’s been used for 5,000 years. One of its derivatives, hyperforin, was tested in a 2010 study at the Universidad Catolica de Chile. The review concluded that hyperforin “has been shown to have cognitive enhancing and memorizing facilitating properties [and] neuroprotective effects against Alzheimer’s disease.” Another study, from Poland, claims St. John’s Wort can “relieve negative effects of stress on spatial working memory.” 5-HTP 5-HTP is often… Read more »
This made my day much more bearable, as i had digestive problems form the other stuff i took as supplements, but now i really don’t need it anymore, as it solves all my problems in one pill. I recommend it to people with more than one issue, especially with the digestive tract.
May I ask if you have experienced any side effects from it? im looking to purchase some but i need to know about any existing side effects and i cant seem to fine anywhere that says what they are…
I haven’t tried this and I won’t because of their statements on their website regarding the FDA. First it says….”BrainAlert meets all standards and regulations set forth by the FDA for dietary supplements”. But then it states (in smaller print)…”These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.” So, how do we know if they really are approved by the FDA????!!!!!
I don’t trust this company.
Hi Amy, The FDA does not regulate dietary supplements to the same standards of prescription medicines and/or other health products. As such, BrainAlert is claiming that it does meet standards FDA has set for dietary supplements. Unfortunately its just marketing talk because there are no regulations for dietary supplements, so long as they don’t contain ingredients that would otherwise require testing and approval by the FDA. In short words, manufacturers do not need to register their products with FDA nor get FDA approval before producing or selling dietary supplements. So the FDA regulations for Dietary supplements only include the cGMPS… Read more »
I have been using this product for the past 3 months. It has greatly helped my concentrate and memory recall. I do worry about the warning on the bottle that says that the makers of Brain Alert cannot be help responsible for any harmful things that happen as a result of taking this product. hmmm.