Brain Boosters: Foods and Drugs that Make You Smarter by Beverly A. Potter
Millions of people take smart drugs and nutrients to improve brain function and to excel in every aspect of their lives. They include professional, business people, seniors anxious about senility, patients suffering from Alzheimer's or other neurological impairments, as well as parents, students, athletes, and party-goers. Brain Boosters is a fascinating look at foods and drugs that are reported to make the mike work better. Comprehensive guide to smart drugs and nutrients. How the brain works and the factors influencing mental performance. Tells about the evolution and growing use of nutrients and pharmaceuticals to improve brain function--from patients and cyberpunks to the mainstream. Includes a layman's description of the most important pharmaceuticals, vitamins, nutrients, and herbs used to boot brain power. Charts. List of doctors.