DMAE

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    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    DMAE is a choline molecule with one less methyl group, and has the ability to reduce build-up of the age pigmentation known as beta-amyloid. It is the active component of Centrophenoxine, or Lucidril, a pharmaceutical designed for cognitive health in the elderly.

    Summary

    DMAE is a compound that is known as a mind health compound. It does this by reducing buildup of what is known as the 'age pigment', which impairs cognitive function and is implicated in the cognitive decline with age. It can also increase levels of the compound involved with memory, acetylcholine.

    It can also protect neurons and other cells from harmful effects of certain types of oxidation by embedding itself in the structure of the cell and acting as an anti-oxidant, as well as sustaining metabolic processes in the body through a process known as 'methyl donation'.

    DMAE is also found in various face and body creams, and can tighten and tone skin quality.

    What are other names for DMAE

    Note that DMAE is also known as:
    • Dimethylaminoethanol
    • dimethylethanolamine
    • Deanol (cream)
    DMAE should not be confused with:
    • DMAA (Stimulant)
    • DHEA (Hormone Precursor)

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