SINGAPORE, Aug 8, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – In light of Singapore’s ongoing ‘stress epidemic’ and in conjunction with World Brain Day on 22 July, LAC (pronounced L-A-C), Asia’s largest specialty retailer in nutritional supplements, aims to spotlight the importance of brain health by offering comprehensive and convenient solutions such as LAC BrainSpeed® PS, which is formulated with brain-nourishing ingredients to maximise brain performance, as well as LAC Neuro Protect™, renowned for its Hokkaido scallop-derived Plasmalogen that promote optimal brain function to address the growing need for cognitive support.
In our fast-paced society, stress has inevitably become a part of our daily lives. In fact, Singaporeans are more stressed than the global average, with stress levels steadily rising since 2021. In 2023, nine out of ten respondents surveyed reported feeling stressed, indicating the immense pressure individuals face amidst an increasingly demanding work environment, financial pressures, and the rapid rising cost of living.
High levels of stress have been shown to negatively impact brain health and cognitive function with chronic stress being shown to cause inflammation, which over time, can result in damage to brain cells and contribute to age-related cognitive decline, accelerating brain ageing and increasing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Stress has also been shown to significantly affect an individual’s mental well-being, contributing to poor mental health. Nearly half of Singaporeans reported ending their workdays feeling mentally and physically exhausted due to workplace stressors, with many experiencing conditions such as anxiety, isolation, and depression.
Given the strong correlation between stress and brain health, it is vital to adopt measures that manage stress and counter its physiological effects. While healthy habits like pursuing hobbies, maintaining a balanced diet, regular exercise, and adopting relaxation methods such as yoga and meditation can help to enhance overall well-being and manage overall stress levels, many may find it challenging to implement these habits into their daily routines consistently due to time constraints living in a hectic society.
Physical and mental activities aside, nutrients and supplements play an important role in brain health. Registered dietitian Lindsay Delk, shared on Forbes that the diet and eating habits of an individual can affect their brain and mental health.
For example, nutrients like Phosphatidylserine is a vital fatty substance that helps to protect brain and nerve cells, thereby supporting cognitive function and memory. However, its levels naturally decrease as we age. While readily available in certain food sources like soybeans and egg yolks, the brain requires more than this ingredient to keep the brain functioning optimally.
LAC BrainSpeed® PS, LAC’s advanced brain formula, formulated with a high concentration of Phosphatidylserine along with Ginkgo leaf extract, DHA, and Acetyl L-Carnitine works collectively to boost cognitive functions such as memory, focus, and concentration, while also helping to relieve stress and promote overall mood balance. By reducing stress-related damage to brain cells, LAC BrainSpeed® PS supports daily cognitive performance and long-term brain health.