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A peek inside the teen brain

The teen years are a time of continuous changes in brain chemistry.

During adolescence, the teen brain undergoes a multitude of changes. Neural pathways--the connections between neurons affecting emotional control--physical ability and mental cognition are still not fully developed.

Researchers have documented that hormones do impact the brain development of teens; estrogen and testosterone triggering apparent genetic link behavior. The cause of negative behavior can be a result of not only genes, but also brain chemistry.

The teen's brain never slows down, and must be provided with proper nourishment to create needed neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters come from amino acids that balance the brain's chemistry. Research has demonstrated that poor nutrition at any time in life can permanently alter brain development. Cognitive processes such as learning, thinking and remembering can become impaired during the teen years.

The delicate balance of the limbic system, including the amygdala and prefrontal cortex is the key to how critical judgments are formed. In the case of most teens, the limbic system is in overdrive, the amygdala is a storehouse of unresolved anxiety and the prefrontal cortex is sleepwalking.

The limbic system stays in overdrive due to an excessive production of sex hormones. Research demonstrates alterations of function in the limbic system affects emotional responses of motivation, reasoning, emotional memory, and impulse control.

The amygdala is the emotional center of the brain where everything is stored, especially negative emotions. The amygdala is also a control center for the mind and body, and can release feelings of anger, fear, panic. Teen Link and SBNC are formulated to control this release, providing a balance of critical amino acids that provide serotonin, dopamine, noreprinephrine and GABA. Studies done at the University of Illinois Medical School found children and teens with aggressive and disruptive behavior all had low levels of the major inhibitory neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin and dopamine are the master hormones that govern mood and create control in extreme situations.

The prefrontal cortex is also closely linked to the limbic system. It plays a part in pleasure and addiction, and is believed to be involved in thinking about the future, making plans and taking action. Brain Link is a complete formula providing vitamins, minerals and all 20 essential amino acids for a daily brain boost that helps with focus, learning, memory and mental energy.

Parents tend to think that teens should be able to control their behavior, considering they don't have adult responsibilities. And expecting them to explain their behavior just adds fuel to the fire! In addition to schoolwork, a multitude of potential pressures including inadequate sleep, stimulants, medication, illness, trauma, metabolic disorders, poor nutrition, anxiety, fear of failure, low self esteem, puberty and peer pressure all work to deplete the teen brain of nutrients essential for mental and emotional health.

Help your teen cope effectively with the changing emotional and intellectual growth of the brain with Teen Link, Brain Link and other amino acid formulas. Your teenager, and the rest of the family will thank you. See our Back to School Special for more information >
 

†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. 
This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

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