One of the most intricate and most used organs, the brain is said to be the key operating system of our bodies. Sadly, over time, this operative system begins to slow down. Taking a certain supplement, however, has been proven to improve its ability in both verbal memory and executive function.

A study has revealed that taking a certain supplement could improve your brain health. What are the full benefits of the supplement?

A new study published in The British Journal of Nutrition suggests that daily supplementation with an omega-3 fatty acid fish oil containing 1000mg of DHA plus supporting nutrients produces similar improvements in brain function to exercise in older women.

Researchers identified similar significant improvements in two key measures of brain function, verbal memory and executive function.

These included:

Verbal memory - how well you can recall information; how easily you can remember words on a list.

Executive function - the way your brain manages the information it receives, planning your actions and information.

The study examined those who were taking the supplement and not exercising and those who were not taking a supplement but exercising, compared to a placebo group, and concluded that supplementation produces similar effects on brain function as exercise does.