The Number of "Hardware Connections" Affects Intelligence
It's generally true that the more neural "connections" that are made, the more easily learning and memory may proceed. And, the less "connections" there are, the more frustrating learning and memory become. Thus, the correlation between the number/density of "connections" in a person's brain and intelligence, is high. Ironically, Attention Deficited persons are generally those, in the face of increased demand, who have likely maximized the use of the "connections" they have developed, some eventually learning to increase the efficiency of processing to meet the challenge. Hence, many are subsequently known to be above average in intelligence but it's possible that they would likely be even smarter if they could be provided the building material for more connections, allowing them the additional hardware, and thus the increased capacity to associate information even more creatively, while reducing the frustrations and anguish of being imprisoned in a neural system which they have physically outgrown!

Correcting The Metabolic Dysfunction of The Reticular Activating System
Fortunately, when appropriate (1) neural building materials, (2) precursors to neurotransmitters and (3) an appropriate fund of neural buffers are supplied, neural networks may be created and forged quickly in order to meet the increasing demands of heavy neural traffic, especially in the prepubescent individual. In fact, given the chance, individual neurons can grow at the rate of 3-5mm per day! And, there are roughly 100 billion neurons in the brain to be developed, along with a staggering 900 billion supporting glial ("helper") cells - a grand total of one trillion (1,000,000,000,000) cells to be nurtured! That's 10 times the number of stars estimated to be in our galaxy!

Neural Building Materials Really Are That Important
One half of the dry weight of the brain (neurons, glial and brain cells) is made up of fatty acids and lipids. The "hard neural connections," or synapses, between all these essential areas of the brain where the coordination of memory and learning take place, is largely made possible by the structures of fatty acids and phospholipids alone. And, the physical number of neural connections then potentiates further production of neurotransmitters and neural buffers, which in turn, enhance memory processing and learning even more. If these essential building blocks of the brain's "hardware" and "software" are not adequately provided for, then many "connections" will simply not be made or developed.

Considering the above biological facts, we may be able to naturally combat the symptoms of poor attention by including some key neural building materials into our diet. These are readily available in the form of advanced neurally specific dietary supplements (like Växa'sAttend):

Free Form Amino Acids acting as critical neurotransmitters and precursors to hormones which stimulate growth throughout the body, and like GABA and DLPA providing the necessary balance (inhibition and stimulation) of neural pathways, helping to target, direct and focus attention.

Safe Trace Elements like Lithium and other micronutritionals which critically aid in the balance of the major catecholamines of the brain: Serotonin, Dopa, Norepinephrine.

Phospholipids and Fatty Acids such as Omega-6s and Omega-3s, AA, DHA, and GLA, provide the essential building blocks of the neural network and gray matter of the brain.

Catecholamine Precursors (such as naturally-occurring trans- and cis-chloramide, a natural conjugated form of L-dopa) to dopamine, acetylcholine and norepinephrine, the three most important neurotransmitters within the brain.

Natural Hormones like pregnenolone for memory retention and critically important in establishing neural growth.

Flavanoids like Pycnogenol® which help feed and strengthen the small capillaries within new neural growth sites, preventing free radical cascade damage to the expanding neural network.

Växa's Attend supplies all of these important nutritional factors, and there are no side effects, unlike most prescriptive drugs. Because of this bounty of nutraceuticals, Attend will likely enhance the positive effectiveness of other pharmaceuticals and can be used conjointly without difficulty while in transition from less preferred drugs.

As it takes time for new neural growth to be integrated within existing neural pathways, the effects of Attend generally begin to be noticed within a few weeks to a few months, depending on how long the body has been deprived of these essential nutrients. As your child begins to assimilate these very special nutrients and new neural pathways can be appropriately nourished, you should expect to see improved social skills, more self-control, increased powers of attention, sustained interest and overall, a more happy, contented, well behaved individual over time.

Children who are exceptionally hyperactive (ADHD) and tend to throw temper tantrums will find additional support with Växa's Extress. Additionally, all children who are ADD/ADHD/LD will find nutritional support from Växa's additional supplement called Memorin+, which aids in memory retention and makes learning easier with less frustration. Adults who still suffer from Attention Difficulties will also be aided by taking Attend as a daily supplement with Memorin+. Växa's Support Pac for children and adults who suffer from distraction and attention difficulties supplies all three formulas for your convenience.

Common Neural Processing & Behavioral Traits of an Attention Deficited Individual (ADD/ADHD/LD):

1: Gives up easily on tasks, assignments and self-interests.

2: Poor reality testing skills, and avoidant of reason or logic.

3: Poorly developed skills of integration, interpolation and extrapolation.

4: Poor skills of attention and concentration, unable to sustain focus of interest.

5: Difficulties in short term and long term memory acquisition and management.

6: Difficulty in making up their mind, or making choices without undue anxiety.

7: Poor planning abilities, unable to follow through consistently or complete tasks.

8: Difficulty in differentiating between competing, extraneous stimulation.

9: Easily distracted from tasks, gives up easily on what they're working on.

10: Often over-stimulated and over-sensitized to their surroundings, conversations or social interactions.

11: Poor listening skills, often interrupts others, abruptly changes topic.

12: Overly excitable, reactive and easily perseverating from one situation to another.

13: Inability to manage emotional responses, overly responsive to depressive neural cascade patterns leading to temper tantrums.

14: Easily frustrated, emotional labile/unstable leading to immediate changeable moods, behavioral inconsistencies.

15: Often hyperactive, fidgety, overwhelmed with feelings of restlessness.

16: Inability to maintain appropriate social conduct, often disruptive in school.

17: Experiences difficulty in following instructions and guidance.

18: Impatient, continuing difficulties in delaying gratification.

19: Overly demanding, may become self-destructive and aggressive.

20: Poor sleep patterns, often not rested, angry or despondent upon rising.

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