Understanding the nervous system
YOUR nervous system is the control hub for your body, comprising the brain, spinal cord and nerves. It works by sending messages through a network of nerve cells from different body parts to the brain and back out to the body. These messages regulate your thoughts, memory, movement, emotions and senses.
Damage to the network of nerve cells can disrupt the flow of signals throughout the body. Untreated nerve damage may result in uncomfortable symptoms such as tingling, numbness, pain, loss of sensation and muscle weakness, particularly in the hands and feet.
The accumulation of abnormal proteins in the brain can trigger the degeneration of nerve cells, culminating in conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive form of dementia. Over time, Alzheimer’s manifests as a gradual decline in memory and cognitive functions, and alterations in behaviour and personality.
Attention-deficit/ hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) arises when the development of the central nervous system is disturbed. Typically emerging in childhood, it manifests as persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that disrupt daily functioning and development.
How to protect your nervous system?
To safeguard your nervous system, consider integrating key neuroprotection nutrients into your routine.
Phosphatidylserine (PS), a phospholipid, shields brain cells and has been shown to help enhance memory and cognitive function. It may also alleviate symptoms such as inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity.
Acetyl-l-carnitine (ALCAR), a form of carnitine can cross the blood-brain barrier, is believed to help boost brain energy, improve focus and support cognitive function while also enhancing nerve function.
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin), the active form readily used by the body, aids in repairing damaged nerve cells, potentially reducing sensations of tingling and numbness. Moreover, it promotes the regeneration and formation of myelin sheaths, essential for rapid nerve-impulse transmission.
Incorporating these key nutrients into your regimen, alongside a balanced diet and regular exercise, can fortify your nervous system, promoting optimal cognitive function and overall well-being.
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“Untreated nerve damage may result in uncomfortable symptoms such as tingling, numbness, pain, loss of sensation and muscle weakness, particularly in the hands and feet. ”