Calm Focus — Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™ (B)

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Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Built on published science — 115 independent studies, 29 active ingredients, GABA-supporting formula
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How to take FOCUS ELITE™ — 2 capsules with water about an hour after food; start with one capsule
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™.
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Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™

Stress-free focus, mental energy, positive mood, memory, gut & brain health, with GABA support.

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  • “Brainzyme® [FOCUS™] contains matcha, guarana and choline, which are all well known to boost cognitive effects.”

    Dr. Sarah Nicholls · Doctor (BSc BMBS), UK

  • “I chose to partner with Brainzyme® to stay focused when my brain feels foggy or scattered on really full days.”

    Dr. Amelia Kelley, PhD · Author, Therapist, Professor & TEDx Speaker, US

  • “All the ingredients should help you to concentrate better and think faster.”

    Dr. med. Cordelia Schott · Specialist in orthopaedics & sports medicine, Germany

  • Dr. Christian Galli

    “As a cognitive health expert, I have tested a few supplements, but Brainzyme® FOCUS PRO™ stands out as the best cognitive focus supplement.”

    Dr. Christian Galli · Neurologist, Austria

  • Dr. med. Georgia Brunner

    “I definitely experienced increased energy with Brainzyme®. I have patients with low energy and concentration problems, and they prefer FOCUS PRO™ and FOCUS ELITE™.”

    Dr. med. Georgia Brunner · Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Switzerland

  • Dr. Natalia Bielczyk

    “Despite almost a decade in neuroscience research, this is the first time I’m testing plant-based focus supplements. My mood is very stable, and cognitive flexibility at work seems to have improved. My verdict: on many levels, it works.”

    Dr. Natalia Bielczyk · Neuroscientist & Founder, Netherlands

  • Dr. Michal Nowicki

    “The tangible benefits I've derived from Brainzyme® FOCUS™ are indispensable to my career, and I am genuinely grateful.”

    Dr. Michal Nowicki · MD, MPharm - Cardiologist, Poland

  • “FOCUS ELITE™ is the one that's really made a difference for me. I've noticed more focus, calm energy, and less of that scattered feeling that can take over. And I've been recommending them to my clients.”

    Catherine Amido · Registered Nutritional Therapist, UK

  • Dr. Tracy King

    “I tried all three Brainzyme® FOCUS™ supplements. PRO™ is the one I reach for when I need to get things done, like high-output days, deadlines, or focus sprints, without the crash.”

    Dr. Tracy King · Chartered Clinical Psychologist, UK

  • “I love them. I cannot recommend them highly enough if you are struggling with focus or brain fog.”

    Helen Villiers · Psychotherapist (MBACP), UK

  • “It can really help and it provides a very viable complement to focus and concentration meds.”

    Ludovico Sadic · Neuroscientist (PhD), Spain

  • “Brainzyme® contains a range of nutrients known to help with focus and concentration.”

    Christine Bailey · Nutritional therapist (MSc MBANT CNHC), UK

  • “It's been a few months since I started taking it, and I've truly noticed a difference in my concentration, my stress levels, and my emotional balance. So, I highly recommend it.”

    Elodie Malek · Hypnotherapist, France

  • Dr. Sumera Baloch

    “I wanted to try something to help me with focus and concentration. I found [Brainzyme®] FOCUS™. I tried it, and I have to be honest, it actually helped me, no doubt!”

    Dr. Sumera Baloch · Doctor, UK

  • Dr. Alba Morais

    “I use Brainzyme® very often to help me with work as it helps me to focus, relax and prioritise my tasks.”

    Dr. Alba Morais · Core Trust Doctor: Trauma & Orthopaedics, UK

  • Dr. Saurav Kayastha

    “I have been using this product for a little less than a year for energy, focus and procrastination. This product works like magic. I would highly recommend it.”

    Dr. Saurav Kayastha · Physician, US

  • Daniel Curran

    “I bought the Starter Bundle and have been switching between the 3 types for 2 weeks now. A noticeable difference in my mood, focus and motivation. It takes about an hour to kick in the morning.”

    Daniel Curran · NHS Physiotherapist, UK

  • Victoria Bell

    “Each formula has a different combination of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and other food-based nutrients. These have a synergistic effect on your nervous system and promote calmness, alertness and focus.”

    Victoria Bell · Registered Nutritional Therapist, UK

  • Miriam Liguori

    “I noticed a huge improvement focusing on tasks and I feel more awake and energised on a daily basis.”

    Miriam Liguori · ICU Nurse, Germany

  • Devina Dickson

    “I have been using Brainzyme® focus for over a year now, and find my focus is better and I can concentrate for longer periods.”

    Devina Dickson · Mental Health Nurse, UK

  • Emma Lee

    “It has officially been a life changer. I am pleased with the results so far. I wish I had found Brainzyme® years earlier.”

    Emma Lee · Biomedical Scientist, UK

  • Jonny Hugill

    “I noticed increased focus, improved mood and wellbeing. It has helped me get more done and feel more involved in things.”

    Jonny Hugill · Registered Mental Health Nurse, UK

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    “I have been suffering from Long Covid then discovered Brainzyme® and now I have more energy and enjoy everything I do again.”

    Corinne Z · Physiotherapist, Germany

    • How it works

    Brain nutrition that supports calm, steady focus

    The five functional layers of FOCUS ELITE

    Taken on its own, GABA struggles to cross the blood-brain barrier in meaningful amounts. So FOCUS ELITE™ doesn't supplement GABA directly. It supports the whole pathway your brain already uses to make and use its own: five functional layers across 29 ingredients.

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    Layer 1 · Direct GABA activity

    L-Theanine. Crosses the blood-brain barrier within about 30 minutes and promotes alpha-wave activity, the brain state linked to relaxed alertness. This is the layer that gives ELITE its daytime, stress-free-focus character rather than a sleepy one.

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    Layer 2 · Synthesis cofactors

    Vitamin B6 and B1 (thiamine). B6 is the cofactor your GAD enzyme uses to convert glutamate into GABA. B1 supports normal function of the neurons that run on it. The raw material only helps if your brain can actually make the conversion.

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    Layer 3 · Receptor enhancement

    Magnesium, zinc and piperine. Magnesium supports GABA-A receptor binding while modulating the opposing NMDA system, a dual action. Zinc helps modulate the same receptors. Piperine improves how much of the rest your body absorbs.

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    Layer 4 · Gut-brain production

    L. Acidophilus probiotic. Certain lactobacillus strains produce GABA in the gut and signal upward via the vagus nerve. It's a second, often-ignored route to the same pathway, one most single-ingredient supplements leave out entirely.

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    Layer 5 · Neuroprotection

    Curcumin and polyphenols. Curcumin crosses the blood-brain barrier and helps protect neurons from oxidative stress, supporting the long-term health of the system you're feeding. The slow, quiet layer that matters over months, not minutes.

    This isn't about overriding your biology. It's about giving your brain the raw materials and cofactors it uses to support its own GABA pathway, the way your brain actually works.

    Evidence: 115 Peer-Reviewed Studies

    Tap any ingredient to view the studies behind the claims on this page. All citations are independent peer-reviewed journals.

    21 ingredients 115 studies PubMed · DOI · PMC · ScienceDirect

    Across the range: Delivered in all three (ORIGINAL 400 mg / PRO 350 mg / ELITE 350 mg as EMT blend).

    1. A double‑blind, placebo‑controlled study evaluating the effects of natural stimulant and L‑theanine both alone and in combination on cerebral blood flow, cognition and mood (2015) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25761837
    2. Effects of L‑theanine on cognitive function in middle‑aged and older adults: a randomized placebo‑controlled study (2021) Journal of Medicinal Food . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33751906
    3. Green tea extract enhances parieto‑frontal connectivity during working‑memory processing (2014) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24643507
    4. The Effects of Green Tea Extract on Working Memory in Healthy Women (2018) Nutrients . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29484360
    5. Green tea effects on cognition, mood and human brain function: a systematic review (2017) Phytomedicine . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28899506
    6. Effects of L‑theanine administration on stress‑related symptoms and cognitive functions in healthy adults: a randomized, placebo‑controlled study (2019) Nutrients . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31623400
    7. The effects of the green‑tea amino acid L‑theanine on stress/anxiety outcomes: systematic review (2020) Nutrients . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31758301
    8. High‑dose L‑theanine–natural stimulant combination improves ERP P3b and selective attention after sleep loss (2024) Nutrients . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40789769
    9. The deployment of intersensory selective attention: a high-density electrical mapping study of the effects of theanine. Clinical Neuropharmacology . Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17272967
    10. L-Theanine and caffeine in combination affect human cognition as evidenced by oscillatory alpha-band activity and attention task performance. The Journal of Nutrition . Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18641209
    11. L-Theanine reduces psychological and physiological stress responses. Biological Psychology . Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16930802
    12. L-Theanine, a natural constituent in tea, and its effect on mental state. Asia Pacific Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18296328
    1. GABA and the blood-brain barrier — is there a transport mechanism?. doi.org/10.1111/j.1749-6632.2009.04824.x
    2. Oral GABA intake: pharmacokinetics and effects on brain GABA levels in humans.. doi.org/10.1016/j.biopsycho.2015.09.009

    Authorised health claim: Magnesium contributes to normal psychological function and reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

    Across the range: Delivered by PRO (56 mg) and ELITE (56 mg).

    1. Neuroprotective effects of magnesium: implications for neuroinflammation and cognition (2024) Frontiers in Endocrinology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20152124
    2. Magnesium Citrate Increases Pain Threshold and Reduces TLR4 Concentration in the Brain (2021) Biological Trace Element Research . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32989649
    3. Dietary magnesium intake is related to larger brain volumes and lower white matter lesions with notable sex differences (2023) European Journal of Nutrition . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36899275
    4. Serum Magnesium and Cognitive Function Among Qatari Adults (2020) Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32351381

    Authorised health claim: Vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function and reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

    Across the range: Delivered in all three (2.8 mg per serving).

    1. Vitamin B6 for cognition (2003) Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14584010
    2. Vitamin and mineral supplementation for maintaining cognitive function in cognitively healthy adults in late life (2018) Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6353240
    3. Effects of high-dose B-vitamin complex with vitamin C and minerals on mood and cognitive performance during intense mental processing (2010) Human Psychopharmacology: Clinical and Experimental . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20454891
    4. B Vitamins and the Brain: Mechanisms, Dose and Efficacy—A Review (2016) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4772032
    5. Associations between vitamin B6/B9/B12 status and cognitive performance in U.S. older adults (NHANES 2011–2014) (2022) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8962758

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (90 mg, 18 Bn CFU).

    1. Probiotics: The Next Dietary Strategy against Brain Aging (2022) Preventive Nutrition and Food Science (PNF) . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9007707
    2. Health-Promoting Effects of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Its Technological Applications in Fermented Food Products and Beverages (2024) Fermentation . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8754107
    3. The gut-brain axis: interactions between enteric microbiota, central and enteric nervous systems. Annals of Gastroenterology . Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4367209
    4. Probiotic, Prebiotic, and Brain Development. Nutrients . Available at: doi.org/10.3390/nu9111247
    5. Effect of Probiotics on Central Nervous System Functions in Animals and Humans: A Systematic Review. Journal of Neurogastroenterology and Motility . Available at: doi.org/10.5056/jnm16018

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (270 mg turmeric & curcumin).

    1. Curcumin‑rich curry consumption and neurocognitive function in community‑dwelling older adults (4.5‑year cohort) (2022) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8952785
    2. Curcumin: A Golden Approach to Healthy Aging: A Systematic Review of the Evidence (2024) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2386914
    3. Short‑term curcumin supplementation increases serum BDNF: meta‑analysis of randomized trials (2019) Journal of Functional Foods . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24914461
    4. Curcumin promotes neurogenesis via Wnt/β‑catenin signalling in mouse models (2020) Brain Research . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4060834
    5. Curcumin improves cognition with increased hippocampal PSD95 and BDNF in mice (2025) Scientific Reports . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39774610
    6. Curcumin intervention for cognitive function in different types of people: A systematic review and meta‐analysis. Phototherapy Research . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36652384
    7. Piperine, the potential functional food for mood and cognition (2008) Food and Chemical Toxicology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18639606

    Across the range: Delivered by PRO (240 mg) and ELITE (240 mg).

    1. Acute, dose-dependent cognitive effects of Ginkgo biloba, Panax ginseng and their combination in healthy young volunteers: differential interactions with cognitive demand (2002) Human Psychopharmacology: Clinical and Experimental . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12404705
    2. The dose‑dependent cognitive effects of acute administration of Ginkgo biloba to healthy young volunteers (2000) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11026748
    3. Differential cognitive effects of Ginkgo biloba after acute and chronic treatment in healthy young volunteers (2005) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23001963
    4. Neuroprotective effects of Ginkgo biloba extract. Cellular and Molecular Life Sciences . Available at: doi.org/10.1007/s00018-003-3080-1
    5. Ginkgo biloba extract review on CNS effects. Ann Clin Psychiatry . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12938868
    6. Demonstration of the "anti-stress" activity of an extract of Ginkgo biloba using a discrimination learning task. General Pharmacology: The Vascular System . Available at: doi.org/10.1016/0306-3623(94)90111-2
    7. Chemical analysis of Ginkgo biloba leaves and extracts. Journal of Chromatography A . Available at: doi.org/10.1016/S0021-9673(02)00172-3

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (400 mg).

    1. Cognition‑enhancing effect of Panax ginseng in healthy adults: randomized, double‑blind, placebo‑controlled (2019) Journal of Ginseng Research . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6989239
    2. Effects of Korean red ginseng on human gray‑matter volume and cognition: randomized, double‑blind, placebo‑controlled (2021) Nutritional Neuroscience . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33217050
    3. Emerging evidence that ginseng components improve cognitive function: narrative review (2024) Aging and Disease . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11068985
    4. Effects of Korean red ginseng in individuals exposed to high stress: randomized, double‑blind, placebo‑controlled (2019) Journal of Ginseng Research . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31308812
    5. Safety and tolerability of Korean red ginseng in healthy adults: 24‑week randomized trial (2018) Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6190494
    6. Dose dependent changes in cognitive performance and mood following acute administration of Ginseng to healthy young volunteers (2001) Nutritional Neuroscience . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11842896
    7. Modulation of cognition and mood following administration of single doses of Ginkgo biloba, ginseng, and a ginkgo/ginseng combination to healthy young adults (2002) Physiology & Behavior . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12020739
    8. Effects of Panax ginseng, consumed with and without glucose, on blood glucose levels and cognitive performance during sustained ‘mentally demanding’ tasks. Journal of Psychopharmacology . Available at: doi.org/10.1177%2F0269881106061516

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (150 mg).

    1. Improving Cognitive Function with Nutritional Supplements in Aging: A Comprehensive Narrative Review of Clinical Studies Investigating the Effects of Vitamins, Minerals, Antioxidants, and Other Dietary Supplements (2023) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10746024
    2. L‐carnitine for cognitive enhancement in people without cognitive impairment (2017) Cochrane Database of Systematic reviews . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6464592
    3. L-Carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine roles and neuroprotection in developing brain (2018) Neurochemical Research . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5621476
    4. Chronic acetyl-l-carnitine alters brain energy metabolism and increases noradrenaline and serotonin content in healthy mice (2012) Neurochemistry International . Available at: doi.org/10.1016/j.neuint.2012.04.008

    Across the range: Delivered in all three (ORIGINAL 330 mg / PRO 330 mg / ELITE 330 mg).

    1. Improved cognitive performance in human volunteers following administration of guaraná extract: comparison and interaction with Panax ginseng (2004) Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15582012
    2. A double‑blind, placebo‑controlled, multi‑dose evaluation of the acute behavioural effects of guaraná in humans (2007) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16533867
    3. Acute effects of different multivitamin/mineral preparations with guaraná on mood and cognition (2013) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3798923
    4. Vitamin/mineral complex with guaraná attenuates mental fatigue and improves task performance prior to exercise (2015) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4555111
    5. Effect of guaraná on cognitive performance: systematic review and meta‑analysis (2023) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9865053
    6. Cognitive effects of guaraná supplementation with maximal‑intensity cycling: matched natural stimulant comparison (2023) Nutrients . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36146946
    7. Effects of acute guaraná ingestion on cognitive performance and vagal modulation in healthy adults (2024) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11206275
    8. Mechanisms involved in anti-aging effects of guarana in caenorhabditis elegans. The Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research . Available at: doi.org/10.1016/j.pbb.2004.07.014
    9. Guarana provides additional stimulation over caffeine alone in the planarian model. PLOS ONE . Available at: doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0123310

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by PRO (230 mg). The dopamine-pathway primary active.

    1. The effects of tyrosine on cognitive performance during extended wakefulness (1995) Aviation, Space, and Environmental Medicine . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7794222
    2. Tyrosine improves cognitive performance and reduces blood pressure in cadets after one week of combat training (1999) Brain Research Bulletin . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10230711
    3. Effect of tyrosine on cognitive function and blood pressure under stress (1994) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8293316
    4. Working memory reloaded: tyrosine repletes updating in the N‑back task (2013) Frontiers in Behavioral Neuroscience . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3863934
    5. Tyrosine promotes cognitive flexibility in task switching (2015) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25598314
    6. Dose‑dependent effects of oral tyrosine on plasma tyr and cognition in older adults: a randomized crossover trial (2017) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5748730
    7. Effects of L‑Tyrosine on working memory and inhibitory control are determined by DRD2 genotype (2016) Cortex . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27403851
    8. Neuro‑cognitive effects of acute tyrosine administration on cognitive control in young adults (2018) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6084775
    9. Baseline‑dependent effect of dopamine's precursor L‑tyrosine on the updating of working memory (2020) Psychopharmacology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32133585
    10. Treatment with tyrosine, a neurotransmitter precursor, reduces environmental stress in humans. Brain Research Bulletin . Available at: doi.org/10.1016/0361-9230(89)90096-8
    11. Tyrosine improves working memory in a multitasking environment. Pharmacology Biochemistry and Behavior . Available at: doi.org/10.1016/S0091-3057(99)00094-5

    Across the range: Delivered in all three (ORIGINAL 195 mg / PRO 290 mg / ELITE 195 mg).

    1. Choline Intake Correlates with Cognitive Performance among Elder Adults in the United States (2021) Behavioural Neurology . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8570899
    2. Citicoline and Memory Function in Healthy Older Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial (2021) The Journal of Nutrition . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8349115
    3. The relation of dietary choline to cognitive performance and white-matter hyperintensity in the Framingham Offspring Cohort (2011) The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3252552
    4. Acetylcholine bidirectionally regulates learning and memory (2022) Journal of Neurorestoratology . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9415189
    5. The Role of Choline in Neurodevelopment (2023) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10343507
    6. Maternal choline supplementation during the third trimester of pregnancy improves infant information processing speed: a randomized, double-blind, controlled feeding study (2018) The FASEB Journal . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6988845
    7. Association between Maternal Choline, Fetal Brain Development, and Child Neurocognition: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Human Studies (2022) Advances in Nutrition . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9776654
    8. Choline: an important nutrient in brain development, liver function and carcinogenesis. Journal of the American College of Nutrition . Available at: doi.org/10.1080/07315724.1992.10718251
    9. Nutritional importance of choline for brain development. Journal of the American College of Nutrition. Available at: doi.org/10.1080/07315724.2004.10719433

    Across the range: Delivered by PRO (20 mg) and ELITE (30 mg).

    1. Neuroprotective effects of Lepidium meyenii (Maca) (2010) Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20633111
    2. Neuroprotective effects of macamide from maca (Lepidium meyenii) on corticosterone-induced hippocampal impairments through anti-inflammatory, neurotrophic and synaptic protection properties (2021) Food & Function . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34606547
    3. Oral Supplementation with Maca Improves Social Memory and Restores Social Recognition Impairments by Augmenting Oxytocinergic Signaling (2023) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9954495
    4. Preservation of Cognitive Function by Lepidium meyenii (Maca) is Associated with Improvement of Mitochondrial Activity and Upregulation of Autophagy-Related Proteins in Middle-Aged Mouse Cortex (2016) Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5018343

    Authorised health claim: Selenium contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (13.8 mcg).

    1. Association between selenium intake and cognitive function among older adults in the US: National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys 2011–2014 (2023) Journal of Nutritional Science . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10173086
    2. Dietary selenium intake, hypertension and cognitive function among US adults: NHANES 2011–2014 (2024) Scientific Reports . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35063231
    3. Associations between multiple trace elements, executive function, and cognitive impairment in older adults (2024) Nutrients . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16895884

    Authorised health claim: Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (6.03 mg alpha-TE).

    1. Vitamin and mineral supplementation for maintaining cognitive function in cognitively healthy adults in late life (2018) Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6353240
    2. A randomized trial of vitamins C and E and beta carotene in the prevention of cognitive change in women (2009) Archives of Internal Medicine . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2752297

    Authorised health claim: Riboflavin contributes to normal energy metabolism and reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (0.7 mg).

    1. Association of vitamin B2 intake with cognitive performance in older adults: a cross-sectional study (2023) Journal of Translational Medicine . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10691015
    2. Association between vitamin B2 intake and cognitive performance among older adults: a cross-sectional study from NHANES (2024) Scientific Reports . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11415396
    3. Association between dietary riboflavin intake and cognitive decline in older adults: a cross-sectional analysis (2025) Nutritional Neuroscience . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39012764

    Authorised health claim: Biotin contributes to normal psychological function.

    Across the range: Delivered exclusively by ELITE (25 mcg).

    1. Biotin (comprehensive review of human biology, biomarkers, and status) (2024) Advances in Nutrition . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35901964
    2. Indicators of marginal biotin deficiency and repletion in humans: validation of 3-hydroxyisovaleric acid excretion and a leucine challenge (2002) The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC1435357
    3. Trends in daily use of biotin supplements among US adults, 1999–2016 (2020) JAMA . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32780133

    Authorised health claim: Zinc contributes to normal cognitive function.

    Across the range: Delivered in all three (ORIGINAL 3 mg / PRO 3 mg / ELITE 3 mg).

    1. Effects of zinc supplementation on cognitive function in healthy middle-aged and older adults: the ZENITH study (2006) British Journal of Nutrition . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17010236
    2. Plasma trace elements and cognitive function in older men and women: The Rancho Bernardo study (2008) The Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18165841
    3. Effects of Zinc Supplementation on Inflammatory and Cognitive Parameters in Middle-Aged Women (2023) Nutrients . Available at: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez/37892471
    4. Zinc intake, status and indices of cognitive function in children and adults: a systematic review (2015) European Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16254577

    Authorised health claim: Iodine contributes to normal cognitive function.

    Across the range: Delivered in all three (ORIGINAL 100 mcg / PRO 75 mcg / ELITE 75 mcg).

    1. Iodine supplementation improves cognition in mildly iodine-deficient children (2009) American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19726593
    2. Iodine supplementation improves cognition in iodine-deficient schoolchildren in Albania: a randomized, controlled, double-blind study (2006) American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16400058
    3. Improved iodine status is associated with improved mental performance of schoolchildren in Benin (2000) American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11063446
    4. Maternal urinary iodine concentration in pregnancy and children’s cognition: results from a population-based birth cohort in an iodine-sufficient area (2014) BMJ Open . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24928597

    Authorised health claim: Vitamin B12 contributes to normal psychological function and energy metabolism.

    Across the range: Delivered in all three (5 mcg as methylcobalamin).

    1. Effects of vitamin B-12 supplementation on neurologic and cognitive function in older people: a randomized controlled trial (2015) The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4548176
    2. Results of 2-year vitamin B treatment on cognitive performance: secondary data from a randomized controlled trial (B-PROOF) (2014) Neurology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25391305
    3. Vitamin B12, cognition, and brain MRI measures (2011) Neurology . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17991650

    Authorised health claim: Vitamin C contributes to normal psychological function and reduction of tiredness and fatigue.

    Across the range: Delivered by PRO (16 mg) and ELITE (16 mg).

    1. Vitamin C supplementation promotes mental vitality in healthy young adults: results from a cross-sectional analysis and a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (2021) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8783887
    2. Plasma Vitamin C Concentrations and Cognitive Function: A Cross-Sectional Study (2019) Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6454201
    3. Vitamin C Status and Cognitive Function: A Systematic Review (2017) Nutrients . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5622720
    4. The Contribution of Plasma and Brain Vitamin C on Age- and Gender-Related Differences in Cognition (2020) Frontiers in Integrative Neuroscience . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6353240
    5. Antioxidative and Anti-Inflammatory Activity of Ascorbic Acid (2022) International Journal of Molecular Sciences . Available at: pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9598715
    6. Effects of high-dose B-vitamin complex with vitamin C and minerals on mood and cognitive performance during intense mental processing (2010) Human Psychopharmacology: Clinical and Experimental . Available at: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20454891

    Full transparency

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    Why we made it

    While researching for my healthcare degree, I was astonished by how many peer-reviewed studies showed natural ingredients supporting concentration and mental performance — and how little of that science was actually reaching people. That gap is why I started Brainzyme® in Edinburgh in 2016: feed your brain properly, and steady focus stops being a fight. Nine years on, 120,000+ people and 2,000+ medical professionals trust that nutrition-first approach.

    Calum Scott, founder of Brainzyme®
    Calum Scott · FounderEdinburgh, ScotlandAs featured in Forbes
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    Honest expectations

    Day 1 to Month 1 on FOCUS ELITE™

    Support that builds — Day 1 to Month 1

    Not a transformation story, just what tends to happen as the precursor support builds, step by step.

    Day 1
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    L-Theanine settles first

    Many people notice a settled, less-frantic feeling within the first hour or two — relaxed but alert, not drowsy.

    L-Theanine · alpha-wave activity
    Week 1
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    The cofactor layers join in

    With consistent use, B6, magnesium and zinc have time to do their part. Days tend to feel a little less reactive.

    B6 · Magnesium · Zinc
    Week 3
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    The gut-brain route contributes

    The probiotic layer needs the longest runway. Around now the overall picture feels steadier rather than spiky.

    L. Acidophilus · vagal route
    Month 1
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    The full multi-layer picture

    Support that's built up, not borrowed from a single hit. The neuroprotective layer works quietly in the background.

    Curcumin · polyphenols

    Because it builds, we back it with 365-day returns. Effects vary from person to person. That's exactly what the guarantee is for.

    Which best describes you?

    Sounds like the low-drive type.

    You're missing the spark to start more than the calm. FOCUS PRO™ is built for this: it supplies the building blocks along the full dopamine synthesis pathway — nutrients that contribute to normal cognitive function and help reduce tiredness and fatigue.

    Explore FOCUS PRO™ →

    Sounds like the overwhelmed type.

    For you it's not too little drive — it's too much noise in your head. FOCUS ELITE™ is formulated as a daytime formula for calm, stress-free focus: it supports the brain's natural GABA activity so you stay focused without tension — calm without drowsiness.

    Explore FOCUS ELITE™ →

    Recognise yourself in both?

    That's common — low-drive and overwhelm patterns overlap. Answer a few quick questions and we'll point you to the formula that fits you best:

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    Question 1 of 3

    1. What are you most hoping to support?

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    2. How would you describe a typical week?

    Question 3 of 3

    3. How experienced are you with focus supplements?

    Plan Your Path

    Three quick tools to help you decide if — and which — Brainzyme® is right for you.

    When does stress most get in the way of focus?

    Pick the moment that derails you most — you’ll get a practical way to steady it.

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    FOCUS ELITE™ is a plant-based food supplement made for daytime focus — one part of a steady routine alongside food, movement and sleep.

    What to expect over your first six weeks

    Honest expectations from customer feedback: some people feel more, some less. The 365-day return is there for exactly that reason.

    • DAY 1

      First dose — calm-alert lift

      Most people notice a quieter, calmer focus within an hour of the first two capsules. L-Theanine is active from dose one, so there’s no build-up phase needed.

    • WEEK 1

      Settling into a rhythm

      You find what time suits you (most choose breakfast). The calm-alert window feels more predictable, and stress recovery starts to feel marginally faster.

    • WEEK 3

      The deeper nutrients build in

      Magnesium and B6 reach optimal levels. These support GABA receptor sensitivity and the conversion pathway directly. Many customers report this is when the background nervous-system calm feels more consistent.

    • WEEK 6

      Stable baseline — decision time

      By six weeks you have a clear picture. If it’s helping, Subscribe & Save drops the cost by roughly 16%. If not, return within 365 days for a full refund, no questions asked.

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    Question 1 of 3

    1. What are you most hoping to support?

    Question 2 of 3

    2. How would you describe a typical week?

    Question 3 of 3

    3. How experienced are you with focus supplements?

    Find your formula

    Which Brainzyme® formula is right for you?

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    FOCUS ELITE™ · stress relief

    Stress-free focus and a positive mood, built around GABA-activity support. The formula this page is about — the right fit when calm, steady focus is the goal.

    Start with ELITE →

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    FOCUS PRO™ · motivation

    Motivated mood and strong focus, built around dopamine support. The right fit when drive and momentum matter more than calm.

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    Still unsure? The 60-second quiz points you to the right formula.

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    Your questions, answered

    Will FOCUS ELITE™ give me calm, stress-free focus?
    Yes — FOCUS ELITE™ is our stress-free-focus and positive-mood formula, and our most complete. It's plant-powered brain nutrition that supports calm, clear concentration and a steady mood, so you can focus without feeling wired. Verified buyers reach for it at work — “I need to be focus in my job as I'm working as a nurse” (Eva Lu) — and for a lift on low days (Paul). Rated 4.75/5 across 730 reviews.
    How is FOCUS ELITE™ different from FOCUS PRO™?
    FOCUS ELITE™ has the widest nutrient range we make (29-in-1) and supports the brain's GABA pathway for calm, stress-free focus and a positive mood. FOCUS PRO™ is our strong-focus formula for the days you want more momentum. Choose ELITE™ for steady, composed concentration; choose PRO™ when you want a harder push. Many customers keep both and choose by the day.
    What is a “daytime GABA supplement,” and what's inside FOCUS ELITE™?
    Most GABA products are made for evening wind-down. FOCUS ELITE™ is formulated as a daytime GABA-supporting formula — helping you stay calm and clear while you work. Its GABA-supporting nutrition includes L-Theanine (which crosses into the brain to support GABA activity) and Magnesium (which helps GABA receptors work), within the widest spread of nutrients we make: 17 essential vitamins and minerals plus plant actives. Vegan, allergen-free, made in Scotland.
    What should I expect, and how soon will I feel it?
    Most people feel a smooth, steady lift in focus and calm energy from the first dose, typically lasting around 6–8 hours — not a spike-and-slump. You can take it every day, and many customers find the benefits build with continued use.
    How do I take FOCUS ELITE™?
    Take 2 capsules with a full glass of water, about an hour after food, whenever you want the most support with calm focus. Start with a single capsule the first time so you can find the serving that suits you. Children aged 10–15 should start with 1 capsule per day of our mildest formula, FOCUS ORIGINAL™. Full directions are on every pack.
    Can I take FOCUS ELITE™ with coffee, other supplements, or my medication?
    Yes to your usual routine — if you're combining it with other supplements or multivitamins, start with a single capsule to see how you feel. If you take any medication, we recommend leaving at least 2 hours between it and your Brainzyme® FOCUS™ capsules, and starting with one capsule. It's designed to fit into your day as plant-powered nutrition, not to replace anything a medical professional has prescribed.
    Is it safe, and are there any side effects?
    Brainzyme® FOCUS™ is plant-powered brain nutrition — the ingredients are classed as food, it's vegan, allergen-free, and made in Scotland to GMP and HACCP standards. Most people notice no side effects; the one most commonly reported is simply an increased need for water, so keep a glass handy. It isn't habit-forming. If you're pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication, we recommend checking with a medical professional first.
    How does Subscribe & Save work?
    Choose Subscribe & Save at checkout to save 16% on every order, delivered on the schedule you pick (every 30, 60, 90 or 180 days). Pair it with a multi-month pack and you can save up to around 30% overall. Your first payment is taken when you order, and you can skip, change, or cancel anytime from your account — no lock-in.
    Do you offer customer returns?
    We're confident you'll love your supplements, which is why we offer a world-class 365-day return policy. If for any reason you're not completely satisfied with your Brainzyme® supplements, you can return all items (this includes up to one opened pack per formula) within 365 days for a full refund or exchange. You can find more information in our <a href="/policies/refund-policy">Refund Policy</a>.
    How do I cancel or skip my subscription?
    To cancel or skip your subscription, simply click on the ‘Account’ icon at the top right of any page. Enter the email address you used to place your subscription order. You will receive an email with a code which you can copy and paste into the customer portal to access your subscriptions. Then select “Manage Subscriptions”. To skip your next delivery, simply click on the "Skip delivery" option which is located beside your next scheduled delivery date. To cancel your subscription, simply select “Cancel my subscription” which can be located underneath your payment method information. Please note: Cancelling or skipping your subscription only affects future deliveries. This will not cancel or refund subscription orders that have been placed or shipped - but don't worry, you can always return or exchange them following our 365-day Refund Policy or contact support@brainzyme.com for assistance.
    Are there actually supplements that support GABA?
    Yes — the most effective GABA supplements use compounds and building blocks your brain needs to produce GABA naturally. Taking GABA directly as a supplement is largely ineffective, because the molecule does not reliably cross the blood-brain barrier. A more effective approach supplies the full range of building blocks across the synthesis pathway: L-Theanine crosses the blood-brain barrier and directly promotes GABA activity. B6 catalyses GABA synthesis via the enzyme GAD. B1 supports GABAergic neuron function. Magnesium enhances GABA receptor signalling and blocks excitatory signals. Zinc modulates GABA-A receptor activity. Curcumin may support GAD activity and reduce neuroinflammation. A gut-friendly probiotic produces GABA in the gut, signalling to the brain via the vagus nerve. Piperine enhances absorption across the whole stack. Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™ brings all of these together as a daytime GABA supplement — supporting calm, clear focus during your day without the drowsiness of conventional GABA products.
    What is a nootropic, and how is it different from a focus supplement?
    A nootropic is a brain supplement — a broad term for products that support cognitive function, covering a wide range of ingredients. A focus supplement is a more targeted category, specifically formulated to support focus, mental energy, and mood. Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™ combines scientifically proven ingredients at meaningful dosages to support stress-free focus, mental energy, positive mood, memory and brain health. If you'd prefer our strong-focus formula, Brainzyme® FOCUS PRO™ may be a great fit for you.
    Can FOCUS ELITE™ support memory and mood as well as focus?
    Yes — because it carries the widest nutrient range, FOCUS ELITE™ supports memory and brain health alongside calm focus and a positive mood, helping you feel clearer across the whole day.
    What vitamins or supplements can help with stress-related brain fog?
    Supplements that contain the right compounds and building blocks for your brain's GABA system can help with stress-related brain fog — working across multiple pathways rather than targeting a single mechanism. Stress-related brain fog can affect anyone, whether it comes from work pressure, a busy household, caring responsibilities, or simply the mental load of daily life. Effective support works across several layers: L-Theanine crosses the blood-brain barrier to promote GABA activity directly. Magnesium enhances GABA receptor signalling and blocks excitatory signals. B6 is essential for GABA synthesis. Curcumin supports the GABA-producing enzyme and reduces neuroinflammation. L. Acidophilus, a gut-friendly probiotic, produces GABA via the gut-brain axis. Brainzyme® FOCUS ELITE™ combines all of these across 29 active ingredients to support stress-free focus, mental energy, positive mood, and memory for up to 8 hours.

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    Calm, steady focus — from tomorrow morning

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