Does Neuriva improve memory or cognitive function?

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Neuriva for Memory?

Medically reviewed and edited by Tod Cooperman, M.D.

Written by Meredith A. Worthington, Ph.D.

Updated March 27, 2023 ⓘ

Bottles containing capsules of Neuriva Original and Neuriva Plus

Answer:

Neuriva is a line of "brain performance" supplements marketed under the Schiff brand for memory and cognition. The Neuriva formula itself has only been evaluated in one small, company-funded study which yielded mixed results, and there is only limited evidence of potential benefit for some of the ingredients in Neuriva (which include phosphatidylserine, coffee fruit extract, and, in some cases, B vitamins). Consequently, more research is needed to confirm any benefit from Neuriva. Lawsuits have been filed in the past against Neuriva's manufacturer for falsely marketing the supplements as being "clinically proven" without supporting evidence.

(See our Phosphatidylserine Supplements Review for more information about this ingredient and tests of related products.)

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10 Comments

Brenda15855

March 29, 2023

Good points here about diet, but don't forget exercise; more and more studies are supporting regular, moderate exercise as boosting and maintaining cognition, and even improving it in persons with cognitive decline.

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Tennis fan

March 28, 2023

A couple of years ago we tried Neuriva, but it did absolutely nothing. It is mostly vitamins that we take anyway. Don't waste your money.

Andrew15852

March 28, 2023

Thank you for publically stating your experuence with this product.

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Linda15850

August 04, 2022

Does not work please don't waste your money. Just look up all the brain foods and include it in your diet!

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Lali15845

June 27, 2021

One thing rhat IS proven to prevent cognitive decline is the MIND diet. Whole grains, fish, poultry, beans and legumes, berries (especially blue), nuts, greens and vegetables, olive oil and one glass of red wine.
Avoid or reduce to minimum: pastries and sugar, butter and margarine, cheese, red meat, fried food and fast food.

ConsumerLab.com

July 08, 2021

You can learn more about the clinical evidence for the MIND diet in our CL Answer about supplements and foods for memory and cognition https://www.consumerlab.com/answers/do-any-supplements-help-with-brain-function/supplements-for-memory/#dhana.

christine15847

March 29, 2023

Good to know what I am already doing may prevent cognitive decline! My husband was considering Neuriva so this is a timely find. Thank you Consumer Labs.