Huperzine A is an extract from the Chinese herb Huperzia serrata and is an inhibitor of the enzyme which breaks down acetylcholine (1).
Huperzine A Benefits
Huperzine A Mode of Action
Huperzine A is an alkaloid chemical compound extracted from the Chinese herb Huperzia serrata. It inhibits the enzyme which breaks down acetylcholine called acetylcholinesterase (AChE), making more acetylcholine available to the brain (1). Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter in the parts of the brain that impact memory and learning, attention, and alertness--making it one of the most beneficial neurotransmitter compounds for overall cognitive function and brain health (2).
Huperzine A has a high bioavailability and is distributed in the body rapidly. It elevates the level of acetylcholine in the frontal cortex by 125% and by 105% in the parietal cortex; acetylcholine in other regions of the brain are increased by 22-65% (3).
Huperzine A Dosage
Pure Nootropic’s Huperzine A provides 200 mcg of the Huperzia serrata leaf standardized extract per 1 capsule. Suggested use for adults is 1 capsule by mouth once daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
If you are taking any medications, please consult with your healthcare practitioner before beginning supplementation with Huperzine A.
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• Promotes memory health*
Wang, R, et al. “Progress in Studies of Huperzine A, a Natural Cholinesterase Inhibitor from Chinese Herbal Medicine.” Acta Pharmacol Sin., vol. 27, no. 1, Jan. 2006, pp. 1–26., www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16364207.
• Supports healthy cognition by increasing acetylcholine*
Wang, R, et al. “Progress in Studies of Huperzine A, a Natural Cholinesterase Inhibitor from Chinese Herbal Medicine.” Acta Pharmacol Sin., vol. 27, no. 1, Jan. 2006, pp. 1–26., www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16364207.
1. Wang, R, et al. “Progress in Studies of Huperzine A, a Natural Cholinesterase Inhibitor from Chinese Herbal Medicine.” Acta Pharmacol Sin., vol. 27, no. 1, Jan. 2006, pp. 1–26., www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16364207.
2. Cook, Sarah. “The Unique Benefits of CITICOLINE An Emerging Nootropic and Brain-Health Nutrient.” Natural Medicine Journal, 2018, www.naturalmedicinejournal.com/sites/default/files/uploads/citicoline.pdf.
3. “Huperzine A.” Foods Herbs & Supplements, Professional, https://naturalmedicines.therapeuticresearch.com/databases/food,-herbs-supplements/professional.aspx?productid=764.
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