DMAE (2-dimethylaminoethanol) is a chemical produced in the brain. This natural amino alcohol is produced in tiny amounts by the brain, with higher concentrations typically found in anchovies and sardines. Known primarily as the precursor to choline and acetylcholine (chemicals in the brain responsible for nerve transmissions and cognitive function), DMAE has been used very primarily to improve memory and concentration while boosting neural activity. Many researchers believe it may perform an anti-aging function by increasing the body's ability to produce acetylcholine – a deficiency commonly associated with memory loss.
DMAE is a memory booster common to a number of drugs known to stabilize cell membranes. Cell membrane degradation has been proposed as one of the main mechanisms of aging. DMAE is increasingly favored by doctors for its role in increasing brain power. DMAE has shown positive results in treating a variety of cognitive and disruptive disorders, including attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and memory impairment. DMAE is even used in skin care products designed to treat sagging skin and age spots.
DMAE can improve water retention in connective skin tissues, causing the surface of the skin to tighten. The second, and more likely, explanation involves the cholinergic characteristic of DMAE, which enhances the skin's ability to transmit acetylcholine. The neurotransmitter's function in sending signals from nerves to muscles can promote a form of muscle tightening in the skin. It is important to note that although DMAE cannot completely reverse existing facial sagging, it can reduce its further progression. Some people report a cumulative effect with continued use of the compound.
Benefits
• Improves memory and concentration
• Helps ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
• Treats sun spots and sagging skin
