5 essential supplements to improve brain health

Written by: Mantasha Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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[{"selector":"#anim-f22183e8-cc22-49f1-997b-496a8e1907f1","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-3b1a2f53-1da5-4263-90ec-0e1db23863b8","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 123.73735%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological disorders that affect movement, muscle tone, and posture, usually caused by damage to the brain before or during birth. It can result in difficulty with coordination, balance, and motor skills. Photo Credit: Shutterstock

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids

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Ginkgo Biloba

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B Vitamins

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Curcumin

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Rhodiola Rosea

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A Kind Note

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