1. Serving size
Amounts on the panel are per serving. For drops, check how many drops or how much liquid make a serving, and follow the directions on your bottle.
2. Amounts for each ingredient
Named ingredients with amounts let you compare with research. The seller’s page names its ingredients without amounts, so the panel on your bottle is where to look.
3. Compare with research doses
Many ingredients are studied at specific doses. Knowing how much a serving contains helps you set realistic expectations.
4. Check the claims
Be wary of any brain supplement promising dramatic memory gains or described as “FDA approved.” Supplements are not FDA-approved products, and they cannot claim to treat memory loss or any disease.
5. Check interactions
If you take antidepressants, blood pressure medicine or any prescription medication, ask a healthcare professional first. This matters especially for methylene blue.
6. Warnings and who should avoid it
Look for pregnancy and nursing statements, age limits, and any condition listed such as G6PD deficiency.
For background, visit the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements.