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If you want an all natural supplement to increase mental focus, while calming children, teens, and adults suffering from attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADD/ADHD) then it's important to contain several necessary ingredients.

Most of the over the counter natural remedies don't even come close to having enough ingredients. I know of only the First Choice Supplement that contains everything below:

VITAMIN & MINERALS

(Found In The First Choice Supplement)
Vitamin A (from D. Salina)
IMPORTANCE: Necessary for growth & repair of body tissues; helps maintain smooth, soft disease-free skin; helps protect the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose, throat & lungs, thereby reducing susceptibility to infections; protects against air pollutants; counteracts night-blindness & weak eyesight; aids in bone and teeth formation. Current medical research shows that foods rich in Beta Carotene will help reduce the risk of lung cancer & certain oral cancers. Unlike Vitamin A from fish liver oil, Beta Carotene is non-toxic.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTONS: May result in night blindness; increased susceptibility to infections; rough, dry scaly skin; loss of smell & appetite; frequents fatigue; lack of tearing; defective teeth & gums’ retarded growth.

Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid)
IMPORTANCE: Essential for healthy teeth, gums & Bones; helps heal wounds, scar tissue, & Fractures; prevents scurvy; builds resistance to infection; aids in the prevention & treatment of the common cold; gives strength to blood vessels; aids in the absorption of iron. It is required for the synthesis of collagen, the intercellular “cement” which holds tissues together. It is also on of the major antioxidant nutrients. It prevents the conversion of nitrates (from tobacco smoke, smog, bacon, lunch meats & some vegetables) into cancer-causing substances. According to Dr. Lines Pauling, the foremost authority on Vitamin C, Vitamin C will decrease the risk of getting certain cancers by 75%.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May lead to soft & bleeding gums, swollen or painful joints, slow-healing wounds & fractures, bruising, nosebleeds, tooth decay, loss of appetite, muscular weakness, skin hemorrhages, capillary weakness, anemia, impaired digestion.

Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopheryl)
IMPORTANCE: Major anti-oxidant nutrient; retards cellular aging due to oxidation; supplies oxygen to the blood which is then carried to the heart and other organs; thus alleviating fatigue; aids in bringing nourishment to cells; strengthens the capillary walls & prevents the red blood cells from destructive poisons; prevents & dissolves blood clots; has also been used by doctors in helping prevent sterility, muscular dystrophy, calcium deposits in blood walls and heart conditions.

What is the difference between d-alpha and dl-alpha? Both work exactly the same in the body. There is some evidence that d-alpha is about 20% more powerful, but it costs about 400% more. In other words 800 I.U. of d-alpha would work as well as 1000 I.U. of dl-alpha. But, the 800 I.U. d-alpha would cost 4 times as much as 1000 I.U. of dl-alpha. The best buy by far is dl-alpha.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTONS: May lead to a rupture of red blood cells, loss of reproductive powers, lack of sexual vitality, abnormal fat deposits in muscles, degenerative changes in the heart and other muscles; dry skin.

Vitamin B-1 (as HCL)
IMPORTANCE: Plays a key role in the body’s metabolic cycle for generating energy; aids in the digestion of carbohydrates; essential for the normal functioning of the nervous system; muscles & heart; stabilizes the appetite; promotes growth & good muscle tone.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTONS: May lead to the loss of appetite; weakness & feeling tired; paralysis & nervous irritability; insomnia; loss of weight; vague aches & pains; mental depression & constipation; heart & gastrointestinal problems.

Riboflavin B2
IMPORTANCE: Necessary for carbohydrate, fat & protein metabolism; aids in the formation of antibodies and red blood cells; maintains cell respiration, necessary for the maintenance of good vision, skin, nails & hair; alleviates eye fatigue; promotes general health.
DEFICIENCY SYMPTONS: May result in itching and burning eyes; cracks and sores in the mouth & lips; bloodshot eyes; purplish tongue; dermatitis; retarded growth; digestive disturbances; trembling; sluggishness; oily skin.

Niacinamide B3 (as niacinamide)
IMPORTANCE: Improves circulation and reduces the cholesterol level in the blood; maintains the nervous system; helps metabolize protein, sugar & fat; reduces high blood pressure; increases energy through proper utilization of food; prevents pellagra; helps maintain a healthy skin, tongue & digestive system.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTONS: May result in pellagra, gastrointestinal disturbance, nervousness, headaches, fatigue, mental depression, vague aches & pains, irritability, loss of appetite, insomnia, skin disorders, muscular weakness, indigestion, bad breath, canker sores.

Pyridoxine B6 (as HCL)
IMPORTANCE: Necessary for the synthesis & breakdown of amino acids, the building blocks of protein, aids in fat and carbohydrate metabolism, aids in the formation of antibodies; maintains the central nervous system, aids in the removal of excess fluid of premenstrual women; promotes healthy skin; reduces muscle spasms, leg cramps, hand numbness, nausea & stiffness of hands; helps maintain a proper balance of sodium & phosphorous in the body.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTONS: May result in nervousness, insomnia, skin eruptions, loss of muscular control, anemia, mouth disorders, muscular weakness, dermatitis, arm & leg cramps, loss of hair, slow learning, and water retention.

Vitamin B-12 (as cyanocobalamin)
IMPORTANCE: Helps in the formation & regeneration of red blood cells, thus helping prevent anemia; necessary for carbohydrate, fat & protein metabolism; maintains a healthy nervous system; promotes growth in children; increases energy; needed for Calcium absorption.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May lead to pernicious anemia, poor appetite, growth failure in children, tiredness, brain damage, nervousness, neuritis, degeneration of spinal cord, depression, lack of balance.

Pantothenic Acid (calcium pantothenate)
IMPORTANCE: Participates in the release of energy from carbohydrates, fats & protein, aids in the utilization of vitamins; improves the body’s resistance to stress; helps in cell building & the development of the central nervous system; helps the adrenal glands, fights infections by building antibodies.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May lead to a painful & burning feet, skin abnormalities, retarded growth, dizzy spells, digestive disturbances, vomiting, restlessness, stomach stress, muscle cramps.

Zinc (as zinc oxide)
IMPORTANCE: Is an antioxidant nutrient; necessary for protein synthesis; wound healing; vital for the development of the reproductive organs, prostate functions and male hormone activity; it governs the contractility of muscles; important for blood stability; maintains the body’s alkaline balance; helps in normal tissue function; aids in the digestion and metabolism of phosphorus.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in delayed sexual maturity, prolonged healing wounds, white spots on finger nails, retarded growth, stretch marks, fatigue, decreased alertness, susceptibility to infections.

Copper (as amino acid chelate)
IMPORTANCE: Necessary for the absorption & utilization of Iron; helps oxidize Vitamin C and works with Vitamin C to form Elastin, a chief component of the Elastin muscle fibers throughout the body; aids in the formation of red blood cells; helps proper bone formation & maintenance.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in general weakness, impaired respiration, skin sores.

Chromium (as polynicotinate)
IMPORTANCE: Works with insulin in the metabolism of sugar and stabilizes blood sugar levels; cleans the arteries by reducing Cholesterol & Triglyceride levels; helps transport amino acids to where the body needs them; helps control the appetite; medical research has shown that persons with low levels of Chromium in their bodies are more susceptible to having cancer and heart problems and becoming diabetic.

DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS: May result in glucose intolerance in diabetics; arteriosclerosis, heart disease, depressed growth, obesity, tiredness.

OMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS
EPA & DHA which are present in fish body oils have the potential for improving the health of cardio-vascular system. Medical reports show that as the amount of EPA in the diet increases, the risk of coronary heart disease decreases. In a nutshell, EPA from fish oils lowers serum cholesterol & triglyceride levels, make your blood less viscous, thinner & less sticky, less prone to clump together. Diets of Eskimo and coastal Japanese are rich in the Omega 3 fatty acids, EPA & DHA. Their death rate from heart attacks is much lower when compared to the Western man. DHA is a major component of the brain and retina, and has a possible role in nerve transmission. Research has shown that many migraine suffers have experienced some relief from consuming Fatty Acids.

WHAT IS IT?
Heralded for its heart-healthy actions, fish oils offer high concentrations of polyunsaturated fats called omega-3-fatty acids. While all fish contain these fats, cold-water fish—salmon, sea bass, tuna, trout, mackerel—are particularly rich sources because of their diet: plankton packed with omega-3s. Interestingly the colder the water, the more omega-3s in the plankton. Cold –water fish also boast the most potent forms of omega-3s: the essential fatty acids known as dicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexzanoic acid (DHA). Consumed as part of a fish-filled diet or in supplement form, omega-3s have myriad healing powers.

HEALTH BENEFITS
Scientists are constantly discovering new health benefits for fish oils and their essential fatty acids )EFAs, including omega-3s). In addition to their more notable properties as heart-healing substances, there’s evidence that these fatty acids ease menstrual cramps and the pain and heavy bleeding of endometriosis. Omega-3s may even aid mental disorders such as schizophrenia. Preliminary findings in people with manic depression (bipolar disorder) link fish oil supplementation to fewer mood swings. Some experts even contend that the rising tide of depression in the United States can be traced to the increasingly fish-poor diet people tend to follow.
· Nutritional supplement is said to help kids with dyslexia, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and ‘clumsy-child syndrome’. A simpler answer is to serve lots of tunafish.

AMININO ACIDS
AMINO ACIDS are the “Building Blocks” of the body. Besides building cells and repairing tissue, they form antibodies to combat invading bacteria & viruses; they are part of the enzyme & hormonal system; they build nucleoproteins (RNA & DNA); they carry oxygen throughout the body and participate in muscle activity. When protein is broken down by digestion the result is 22 known amino acids. Eight are essential (cannot be manufactured by the body) the rest are non-essential (can be manufactured by the body with proper nutrition).

L-CARNITINE
A “free amino acid” which has been found to improve fat metabolism in the heart and other organs and tissues, reduces Triglyceride and cholesterol levels, improves heart muscle tolerance, prevents irregular heartbeat and angina, provides more energy for the heart and helps lower blood pressure.

TAURINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Helps stabilize the excitability of membranes, which is very important in the control of epileptic seizures. Taurine and sulfur are considered to be factors necessary for the control of many biochemical changes that take place in the aging process; aids in the clearing of free radical wastes.

GAMMA AMINOBUTYRIC ACID (GABA)
GABA is a non-essential amino acid which functions as an inhibitory calming neurotransmitter in your brain. It is found in high concentrations only in your brain & eyes. It can be derived from protein foods or manufactured in your body from glutamic acid.

GABA is usually deficient in both clinical & experimentally induced seizures. Low levels of GABA promote excitatory neurotransmitters. Low GABA levels have been found in the brains of patients with multiple sclerosis, action tremors, tardive dyskinesia, & other disorders of movement. Low GABA levels have been found in panic, anxiety, depression, alcoholism, & bipolar disorders.

Potential uses of GABA:
· May reduce symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
· May reduce symptoms of anxiety.
· May help some schizophrenics.
· May help to reduce high blood pressure.
· May increase the effect of insulin so is useful for diabetics but not for hypoglycemia.
· May suppress appetite.
· May help with premenstrual symptoms.
· Helpful for some cases of depression.

GLYCINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Helps trigger the release of oxygen to the energy requiring cell-making process; Important in the manufacturing of hormones responsible for a strong immune system.

PHENYLALAINE (Essential Amino Acid)
Used by the brain to produce Norepinephrine, a chemical that transmits signals between nerve cells and the brain; keeps you awake & alert; reduces hunger pains, functions as an antidepressant and helps improve memory.

RNA & DNA
Is the reproductive substance found in the body, which rejuvenates cellular activity. It is often referred to as the “essence of life” or the “substance” which retards the aging process.

COENZYME Q10

WHAT IS IT?
One of the world’s most popular supplements, the chemical coenzyme Q10 has generated great excitement as a heart disease remedy and a cure for countless other conditions. The body naturally produces this compound, which has been dubbed “vitamin Q” because of its essential role in keeping all systems running smoothly. In fact, the scientists who identified coenzyme Q10 in 1957 initially honored its ubiquitous presence—it’s found in every human cell and in all living organisms—by naming it “ubiquinone”. Small amounts are also present in most foods.
A member of a family of compounds called quinines, coenzyme Q10 (sometimes called Co Q10) works in concert with enzymes (hence the name “coenzyme”) to break down and convert food into energy. It is particularly abundant in high-energy-demanding cells, such as those found in the heart. In addition, coenzyme Q10 acts as a powerful antioxidant to prevent the cellular damage caused by unstable oxygen molecules called free radicals.

HERBALISM

A BRIEF DEFINITION AND HISTORY
Not many people realize what herbalism is, how far back in history it goes, where it originated from, or where our modern day medical practices originated from.

First, what is an herb? Most of the modern day definitions state an herb is any part of the plant that is useful for healing, food, dye or colorants. The older definition, which is also the horticultural definition, is the non-woody part of a plant such as leaves, fruit and soft (green) stems.

Herbalism is the practice and study of the uses of plants.

AYURVEDA
Ayurveda originates from ancient India and is from the words Ayus meaning “life” and Veda meaning “knowledge”. It dates back about 5000 years and has a very detailed history.
Ayurveda is practiced today and uses herbs, breathing, meditation and diet together for the over all wellness. It is based on rebalancing and maintaining the 5 elements of the body being earth, water, air, fire and ether. These 5 elements are balanced in relation to 7 different body types and 3 other variables called doshas.

BACOPA
Bacopa monnieria herbs traditionally used within the ancient system of Ayurveda to nourish the brain and to help support mental function, alertness, and memory. This unique decoction also contains herbs traditionally used to maintain a positive mood and promote a sense of calm.

Centella asiatica (Gota kola)
Therapeutic Actions:
· Accelerates the healing time for wounds, burns and ulcers
· Adaptogen
· Analgesic
· Anti-inflammatory
· Antiseptic
· Circulatory stimulant
· Connective tissue balancing effect
· Corticosteroid-sparing effects in rats under stressful conditions
· Decreases adrenal enlargement
· Decreases scar tissue buildup after injuries
· Diuretic
· Enhances connective tissue by stimulating glycosaminoglycan synthesis without promoting excessive collagen synthesis
· Improve memory
· Increases chondroitin sulfate and hyaluronic acid, structural components
· Increases development and maintenance of blood vessels to connective tissue
· Increases endurance and energy
· Increases formation of mucin
· Increases keratinization of epidermis by stimulation of germinal layer of the skin
· Increases tensile strength of dermis
· Laxative
· Mild anti-stress, tranquilizing and anti-anxiety action by enhancing cholinergic mechanisms
· Reduces stress-induced ulcers
· Stimulates nail and hair follicle growth
Clinical Indications:
· Chronic fatigue syndrome
· Eczema
· Fibrocystic breast disease
· Hemorrhoids
· Hypertension
· Impotence
· Incontinence
· Memory loss
· Multiple sclerosis
· Peptic ulcer
· Stress Incontinence
· Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)

ECLIPTA ALBA
Family: Compositae
Indications: Viral hepatitis, hepatic enlargement with biliary stasis, hair hygiene, impaired memory, minor cuts, abrasions and burns.

WITHANIA SOMNIFERA
Therapeutic Actions:
· Anemia with emaciation
· Anti-inflammatory
· Antitumor activity, in animal studies
· Ayurvedic superior rejuvenative herb for the muscles, bone marrow and semen
· Catalyzes the anabolic processes of the body
· Free-radical scavenging activity
· Hypotensive
· Immunomodulating
· Increases phagocytosis and intracellular killing of peritoneal macrophages
· Inhibits aging
· Nervous exhaustion
· Nurtures and clarifies the mind promoting dreamless sleep
· Promotes the healing of tissue
· Regenerates the hormonal system
· Sedative
· Stimulates the immune system
· Stress-induced health conditions

Clinical Indications:
· Aging prevention
· Alzheimer’s
· Chronic fatigue syndrome
· Hypertension
· Impotence due to aging or stress
· Insomnia
· Memory loss
· Multiple sclerosis
· Anemia
· Aspergillus infection
· Chronic inflammation
· Cognitive function deficits
· Depressed white blood cell count due to cytotoxic drugs
· Glandular swelling
· Infertility
· Problems of old age

ALMA FRUIT (EMBLICA OFFICINALIS)
Amlas is considered to be one of the strongest rejuvenatives (rasayana), particularly for the blood, bones, liver and heart. It is an exceptionally rich source of vitamin C, containing thirty times the amount found in oranges.

Indian Gooseberry
This famous Ayurvedic herb (the name means sour in Sanskrit) is one of the most useful medicines in the Indian pharmacopoeia, and is considered to be one of the strongest rejuvenatives (rasayana), particularly for the blood, bones, liver and heart. It is an exceptionally rich source of vitamin C, containing thirty times the amount found in oranges.
It enhances production of red blood cells and strengthens the teeth, hair, and nails, as well as regulating blood sugar. Recent scientific evidence shows that amla prevents lipid peroxidation in cell membranes.

According to Ayurveda, amla is the frontline anti-inflammatory herb, and is used for a wide variety of inflammatory conditions, including hemorrhoids, gastritis, and colitis. Scientists recently confirmed the potent anti-inflammatory action of amla in several animal studies.

Researchers also recently confirmed the reputed cell protective effects of this valuable herb, as well as demonstrating protective effects against melanoma.

References:
· Bhattacharya A, Chatterjee A, Ghosal S, Bhattacharya SK Antioxidant activity of active tannoid principles of Emblica officinalis (amla). Indian J Exp Biol 1999 Jul; 37 (7):676-80
· Biswas S, Talukder G, Sharma A Protection against cytotoxic effects of arsenic by dietary supplementation with crude extract of Emblica officinalis fruit. Phytother Res 1999 Sep; 13(6):513-6

HARITAKI (TERMINALIA CHEBULA)
Haritaki is a gentle laxative.
Haritaki is the best single herb for generally controlling Vata, and is considered by some to be the single most important Ayurvedic herb. Widely used in Tibetan medicine, it is called the “king of herbs” there. Since Vata promotes constipation, the gently laxative qualities of haritaki are perfect for balancing the dosha.

It nourishes the brain and nerves. It is strongly astringent, contracting tissues, and is therefore used for various ulcers, prolapses, and fluid discharges. In Ayurveda, haritaki is called “the mother”, and is thought to increase mental/spiritual awareness. It is given to children upon the premature loss of a parent.

NUTMEG NUT (MYRISTICA FRAGRANS)
Nutmeg quiets the mind, and helps insomnia.
Nutmeg is first and foremost a pungent digestive aid. Ayurveda says that this herb promotes absorption. It treats excess gas, and slows diarrhea.

It quiets the mind, and helps insomnia. Traditionally, nutmeg has been used for urinary incontinence and premature ejaculation.

BIBITAKI (TERMINALIA BELERICA)
Bibitaki is a powerful rejuvenative herb that nourishes the lungs, throat, voice, eyes and hair.
Another of the famous myrabolan fruits of Ayurveda, bibitaki is the best single herb for generally controlling Kapha. It is a powerful rejuvenative herb that nourishes the lungs, throat, voice, eyes and hair. It excels at removing stones and accumulations of toxins (mucus, cholesterol, mineral deposits) in the digestive, urinary, and respiratory tracts. It is unique in being both laxative and astringent, so it purges the bowels, while simultaneously toning the tissues of the digestive tract.

Since Ayurveda considers bibitaki ti be anti-kapha, we would expect that it would reduce fats in the body. Science now shows that, in fact, at least in experimental animals, the herb reduces

Atherosclerosis, fat in the heart and fat in the liver.

Bibitaki has been shown in recent studies to protect the liver from damage.

CARDAMOM (ELETTARIA CARDAMOMUM)
Cardamom is an excellent digestive enhancer, especially for cold and sweet food.
Since it is widely consumed as a food, it is regarded as being quite safe. It is used in herbal medicine to treat gastralgia, enuresis (involuntary urination), spermatorrhea, phlegm, indigestion and gas.

This herb has a warming, anti-mucus action, so is particularly appropriate to be used as a component in lung formulas.

It is considered to be particularly rejuvenative for the spleen. According to Ayurveda, it removes kapha from the stomach and lungs, as well as being good for reducing high vata generally.

Recent studies have shown that cardamom has pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, and antispasmodic effects.

SIDA CORDIFOLIA
Sida Cordifolia has been used for over 2,000 years to treat bronchial asthma cold & flu, chills, lack of perspiration, headache, nasal congestion, aching joints and bones, cough & wheezing, and edema. In Western terms, Sida Cordifolia is considered to have diaphoretic, diuretic, central nervous system stimulating and anti-asthmatic activity.