Brain Health Supplements: What the Science Really Says

Memory lapses, brain fog, and worries about cognitive decline push millions of people toward the supplements aisle every year. From fish oil capsules and turmeric pills to nootropic blends, the labels make bold promises — sharper memory, better focus, even protection against dementia. The global brain health supplement industry is worth billions of dollars and growing. But how much of this is backed by real science? And are consumers getting what they think they’re paying for? The answers, researchers say, are more complicated — and more cautionary — than the packaging suggests.