Friday 2 September 2022 11:19 PM Over-the-counter pills that claim to boost memory and brain function are ... trends now
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Over-the-counter supplements that claim to boost a person's memory and cognitive function may be useless, experts warn, and while there are little direct harm from the pills themselves they may lead to people delaying seeking out medical treatment for potential issues.
Experts warn that while the supplements often contain an amalgamation of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that are great from brain health, the pills themselves do not translate to any benefit.
The contents of the pills are safe, though. Many of the ingredients are in common foods a person would be eating anyways. A person who feels that they are suffering symptoms of a cognitive issue may turn to the pills instead of a physician, though, and not seek out care early enough that intervention could slow down issues.
While these supplements are sold in many stores and on popular online retailers like Amazon, they are rarely approved by the Food and Drug Administration and are held to an
