Not long ago an article appeared in a digital media outlet that claimed that memory vitamins did not work. What is true about this and what about a boycott? We break down what vitamins are for memory and they really do work.

What are vitamins for memory?

The vitamins we mention below act on the central nervous system and their action on memory has been recognized.

• Vitamin B1

Vitamin B1, known as thiamine, has numerous benefits, including the preservation of a strong central nervous system. Its deficiency is linked to alcoholism.

• Vitamin B6

Its deficiency causes anemia and is what produces antibodies and maintains normal neurological function.

• Vitamin B9 or folic acid

Or folic acid. Vitamin B9 is not stored in the body because it is water-soluble. For this reason it is common for it to be prescribed to achieve coverage of needs. And it helps produce DNA.

• B12 vitamin

Well known for intervening in functions of the central nervous system, it is very important in protein metabolism. Likewise, it collaborates in the formation of red blood cells.

• Vitamin C

With great antioxidant power, it is regenerative and helps in the absorption of iron.

Taking vitamins for memory works...but it doesn't work miracles

There is controversy because while some experts claim that they do work, others are not so clear, especially with compounds such as Gingko Biloba. What is clear, however, is that B complex vitamins work. In fact, as we age we need them urgently since we tend to absorb less. This is attested to by a study of people over 70 years of age who have some type of mild cognitive disability.