In general, we would consider
using phosphatidylserine for the following:
- Nervous tension
- Age-related
disorders and cognitive function disorders
- To
enhance memory
- To
enhance well-being
- For
fearful animals
- Adjunctive
therapy for Cushing’s disease
|
IsoPhos®,
Thorne Research
(Phosphatidylserine)
Ingredients:
(each capsule contains)
| Phosphatidylserine
isolate |
100
mg |
Discussion:
Phosphatidylserine occurs as a normal component of
cell membranes. It is the major phospholipid in the brain. Phosphatidylserine
enhances cell membrane fluidity, which improves cellular metabolism. This
will improve neuronal communication, and strengthen memory and learning.
One over- all effect is that the individual will feel a sense of well-being
and peacefulness.
Oral supplementation of phosphatidylserine has been
shown to increase memory and learning, and has positive effects on the
neurotransmitters norepinephrine and serotonin, and dopamine-depressed
patients. Phosphatidylserine has been shown to help establish normal down-regulation
of cortisol secretion in chronically stressed individuals. In this regard,
it functions similar to l-deprenyl (a pharmaceutical) and may have some
use in hyperadrenocorticism, as well as in geriatric senility.
Phosphatidylserine comes from lecithin.
We understand that there are numerous causes for behavioral
problems and many will not respond to phosphatidylserine. We generally
recommend a phone consult with us, as well as an appointment with a local
holistic veterinarian and a traditional veterinary examination - including
diagnostic tests - with your local veterinarian.
In general, we would consider using phosphatidylserine
for the following:
•
Nervous tension
•
Age-related disorders and cognitive
function disorders
•
To enhance memory
•
To enhance well-being
•
For fearful animals
•
Adjunctive therapy for Cushing’s
disease
Dosage:
Dogs
1
capsule 1-2 times daily
Cats
1/4 capsule daily
Birds
1/32
capsule (sprinkle lightly on soft food) twice daily
References:
Khalsa DS.
Integrated medicine and the prevention and reversal of memory loss.. Altern
Ther Health Med, Nov; 4(6):38_43, 1998.
Brambilla
F ; Maggioni M ; Panerai AE ; Sacerdote P ; Cenacchi T. Beta_endorphin
concentration in peripheral blood mononuclear cells of elderly. Neuropsychobiology
1996; 34(1):18_21
Monteleone
P Maj M ; Beinat L ; Natale M ; Kemali D. Blunting by chronic phosphatidylserine
administration of the stress_induced activation of the hypothalamo_pituitary_adrenal
axis in healthy men. Eur J Clin Pharmacol 1992;42(4):385_8