of Dr. Giorgia Baraldo, Biologist and R&D Product Specialist at NATURALSALUS
What is the mind
The mind is often associated with the brain and treated as if it were a part of it. However, unlike the brain, the mind is not an organ, but rather a series of activities that include cognitive aspects, such as thinking, judging, imagining, remembering, and non-cognitive aspects, such as emotions and instinct. All these activities are primarily carried out by the neural structures of the brain, but we also find other structures of the body involved in these processes. Therefore, the mind should be considered as a broader concept, encompassing yes the neural cells, but not exclusively those.
Mind-brain from a historical-philosophical point of view.
For the ancients, the brain was a mystery; since the times of Aristotle, it was customary to attribute a person's character, intelligence, and thought to their heart. The brain, on the other hand, was considered solely responsible for cooling the blood circulation: its task was to keep the body temperature under control.
Today we know that, although the brain does indeed monitor body temperature, this activity does not reflect all of its functions at all. The first to find a connection between thought and the brain was Pythagoras, but his discovery was lost over time, only to be rediscovered in the 17th century, when scholars began to explore this organ more thoroughly. It was exactly in 1870 that John Hughlings Jackson, an English neurologist, first associated thought with the brain.
The biology of the brain.
To this day, the brain remains an organ shrouded in mystery, but thanks to the research conducted by many men and women over the centuries, significant strides have been made in understanding how it works. Roughly speaking, the brain can be divided into three parts:
• brainstem;
• diencephalon;
• cerebral cortex.
The brainstem is considered the most primitive part from an evolutionary point of view and is responsible for basic vital functions. Our emotions and sensations originate in the diencephalon. Finally, the cerebral cortex is primarily responsible for thought, imagination, and language. The parts of the brain are interconnected in a complex network of neurons, which communicate with each other through electrical impulses, hormones, and neurotransmitters. Physiologically, our brain is always active, both when we are awake and when we sleep; consequently, it requires large amounts of energy, which it mainly derives from sugars: according to various estimates, it consumes about 20% of the carbohydrates we ingest. Furthermore, the brain needs oxygen, and it is well known that a well-oxygenated brain works better. Taking care of this fascinating organ is therefore important to perform all our activities, both work-related and otherwise.
Body and mind: a healthy mind in a healthy body.
Body and mind function in a closely connected way. A healthy mind in a healthy body! A healthy mind can only exist in a healthy body. This is what the ancients believed, meaning that taking care of one's body reflected the acquisition of greater ability of one's mind. Modern research confirms this ancient belief. In fact, those who engage in physical activity regularly and lead a healthy lifestyle, combined with restorative rest, enhance their cognitive abilities. Even just taking a 10-20 minute walk improves mood and concentration. However, many times it is difficult to detach from the activities we are performing even for a moment, especially when daily life overwhelms us with tasks and commitments. To take care of our mind and perform our work optimally, remaining attentive and focused, we can naturally help ourselves by bringing nature to us through the MSS3 / SUPREMUS MIND.
Energy for the mind: facilitating concentration and learning.
To facilitate concentration and learning and to support individuals subjected to psycho-physical overload, through a positive energy charge, NATURALSALUS has developed the MSS3 / SUPREMUS MIND.
The ingredients chosen for this product are 100% natural, rich in antioxidants and energizing.
The characteristic plant of MSS3 / SUPREMUS MIND is Polygonum Multiflorum, known in China as He Shou Wu, one of the plants most highly regarded by Traditional Chinese Medicine. Considered a legendary plant, it was used since the times of the Ming Dynasty emperors, as it was attributed excellent invigorating qualities. Even today, it is used in Traditional Chinese Medicine due to its energizing and regenerating properties and its high content of phytocompounds with antioxidant activity. In this way, they strengthen the body and make it more resistant to stress, as well as decrease the perception of fatigue.
"Inside the formulation, we also have Eleutherococcus, also known as Siberian ginseng, which is attributed with various beneficial properties. It indeed has an adaptogenic and stimulating action on the body with a neuromuscular mechanism (increases neurotransmitters in the CNS, but also organic energy); stabilizes blood glucose levels and therefore provides greater endurance in sports activities."
The association with Guaranà is synergistic, as it stabilizes the stimulating action of caffeine, maintaining the energizing phase for a longer period.
The Italian Royal Jelly, which is processed fresh, just harvested, still full of its nutritional potential, is rich in minerals, vitamins, and enzymes, which give rise to a synergistic blend of energizing, restorative, and supportive components for physiological functions.
Finally, we also have Honey, from Italian beekeepers, which provides a naturally balanced mix of sugars (glucose, fructose, dextrins), capable of providing energy with a lower glycemic peak than refined sugar and a more distributed absorption over time, making it healthier for the body.
Expert Advice: when to start and how to take the products.
"You can take the MSS3 / SUPREMUS MIND at any time of the year, even continuously, as its active ingredients are eliminated during normal physiological activity."
It is recommended to take 1 vial of 10 ml per day.
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