Omega-3's Enhance Working Memory in Young Healthy Adults

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have determined that healthy young adults (18-25 yrs of age) who took an Omega-3 supplement for 6 months, experienced an improvement in working memory.
Before they began taking omega-3 supplements, all subjects underwent a battery of tests; including PET imaging, blood tests, and a working memory test. Researchers found that even prior to omega-3 supplementation, there was a positive correlation between plasma omega-3 status and the memory tests.
After 6 months of supplementing with Lovaza, an FDA approved Omega-3, subjects experienced an improvement in working memory.
Omega-3 supplementation can benefit students and young professionals who want to enhance their memory and brain power.

University of Pittsburgh (2012, October 25). Omega-3 intake heightens working memory in healthy young adults. ScienceDaily. Retrieved November 9, 2012, from http://www.sciencedaily.com­/releases/2012/10/121025122433.htm

My recommendation.
Supplement your diet with a high quality omega-3 supplement; my favorite is Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega. Consume between 2-3 grams/ day in divided doses.

Physical Activity enhances brain function in older adults

A recent study published in The American Heart Association journal, “Stroke”, showed that older, non-disabled people who engaged in regular physical activity reduced their risk of vascular related dementia by 40% and cognitive impairment by 60%. The lead author of the study, Ana Verdelho, MD., a neuroscience researcher, suggests that physical activity of moderate intensity performed 3 times/ week can help prevent cognitive decline.

American Heart Association (2012, November 1). Regular physical activity reduces risk of dementia in older people. ScienceDaily. 

My recommendation

Perform 3 brief (30-40 minutes) resistance training sessions per week in order to achieve mental health benefits. Resistance training is not only the most efficient form of exercise, it is the most effective method for improving general health, decreasing body fat, and increasing physical work capacity.

L-Carnitine increases fat burning

Research shows that oral consumption of L-Carnitine significantly increases fatty acid(body fat) oxidation in healthy adults. Subjects consumed 1 gram (1000 mg) of L-Carnitine 3 times/day, for a total of 3 grams/ day. The majority of subjects,  even those without Carnitine deficiency, showed an increase in fatty acid oxidation (burning).

Metabolism, Volume 51, No 11: 1389-91, 2002

If you are currently on a fat loss regimen, make sure you add 3-4 grams of L-Carnitine to your daily supplement plan. Take one gram, 3 times/day to get a minimum of 3 grams. Make sure to purchase L-Carnitine tartrate, which is the preferred form of L-Carnitine.