The nervous system connects the body with its external environment. The nervous system is responsible for the transmission of impulses from the brain to different parts of the body. There are several nutritional supplements which can help maintain overall health of the central nervous system and even slow the progression of diseases associated with the CNS.

 The best nutritional supplements for the CNS are phosphatidyl serine, phosphatidyl choline, Acetyl-L-Carnitine, 5 – hydroxytryptophan, vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B complex, folic acid, lithium, choline, omega 3 fatty acids, glutamine, inositol and so on. These supplements work in different ways to promote health of the CNS. Vitamin C helps calm an overactive nervous system while vitamin E protects nerve cells from damage due to oxidation. B vitamins improve cognitive function and help calm anxiety and depression. Omega 3 fatty acids maintain overall health of the brain and neurons.

Choline helps proper fat metabolism and contributes to nervous system health. Glutamine enters nerve cells and gets converted into glutamic acid, which is involved in the synthesis of a neurotransmitter called gamma butyric acid. Herbal supplements like Ginko Biloba, valerian root, passion flowers, HOPS etc can also be used to improve health of the nervous system. Supplements containing these ingredients can be used to treat conditions like Alzheimer’s disease, insomnia, depression etc.