Phosphatidylserine and the human brain
Glade MJ, Smith K
Published in Nutrition
Methodology
Review of phosphatidylserine physiology and clinical trials in cognitive decline, memory and stress
Key Findings
Evidence for cognitive benefit derives mainly from small trials with older bovine preparations; soy-derived trials show weaker and inconsistent effects
Conclusions
Support for phosphatidylserine in cognition is limited and largely based on small, older studies
Limitations
Narrative review; no pooled effect estimates
Supplements Studied
Evidence for cognitive benefit derives mainly from small trials with older bovine preparations; soy-derived trials show weaker and inconsistent effects
Outcomes Measured
Evidence for cognitive benefit derives mainly from small trials with older bovine preparations; soy-derived trials show weaker and inconsistent effects
Related Health Concerns
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