Effects of Bacopa monnieri on cognitive performance and learning: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials
Kongkeaw C, Dilokthornsakul P, Thanarangsarit P, Limpeanchob N, Norman Scholfield C
Published in Journal of Ethnopharmacology
Methodology
Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials of Bacopa monnieri on cognitive outcomes in adults.
Key Findings
Bacopa improved speed of attention and trial-learning tasks, with the most consistent effect on rate of learning and information processing speed.
Conclusions
Bacopa produces modest improvements in learning speed after several weeks of use.
Limitations
Small trials, varied extracts and doses, short follow-up.
Supplements Studied
Bacopa improved speed of attention and trial-learning tasks, with the most consistent effect on rate of learning
Outcomes Measured
Bacopa improved speed of attention and trial-learning tasks, with the most consistent effect on rate of learning
Bacopa monnieri improved cognitive performance and reduced choice reaction time versus placebo
Bacopa monnieri improved memory acquisition and retention in healthy adults
Bacopa monnieri improved memory acquisition and retention in healthy adults
Study Details
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