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Does Polygala Tenuifolia help with focus?

Possibly — but there are few reports. 91% of 11 people who reported on Polygala Tenuifolia for focus say it improved. 9% noticed no change and 0% say it got worse.

Focus: what users report
91%better11 reports · few reports
10 better1 no change0 worse

What people say about Polygala Tenuifolia and focus

“150mg had immediate antidepressant effects for me. It's worked great for mood and focus...It has improved my depression, anhedonia, and ADHD all at once.”
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“Polygala is mildly stimulating, but for me it was all dirty-feeling, anxiogenic stimulation.”
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“I didn't realize quite how well it was working until I ran out and my brain once again turned to mush.”
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“It has been great for lifting my mood which in turn has increased my motivation considerably.”
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What the research says

BResearch: Moderate5 meta-analyses · 3 trials on PubMed
Mini Rev Med Chem · 2012
Chinese herbs for dementia diseases

Conclusion: We encountered Acoris gramineus rhizome (AGR), Panax ginseng, Polygala tenuifolia and Poria cocos as the four most frequently used herbs as single/herbal mixtures that were associated with positive cognitive enhancing outcomes. This review focuses on the evidence of their medicinal effects attributed to those constituents present in relatively high concentration.

Side effects people mention

stomach issues 1flatulence 1anxiety 1drowsiness 1sedation 1

What else is Polygala Tenuifolia used for?

Based on few reports — treat as anecdotal. Information only — not medical advice. How we count

Does Polygala Tenuifolia help with focus? 91% of 11 users say yes — PlainPill