Focus & Concentration

Focus & Concentration: vitamin B6, plant extracts and caffeine products

In this collection you will find vitamin formulas, plant extracts and caffeine products together. Some products contain vitamins with an approved health claim: vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function and to the normal functioning of the nervous system. Other products are based on plant extracts such as ginkgo biloba, ginseng and lion's mane or on caffeine; we describe these for informational purposes, without health claims.

The range extends from combination formulas such as Concentratie Plus by LUTO Supplements to individual plant extracts and caffeine tablets. You will find capsules, tablets and powders from brands such as LUTO Supplements, German Elite Nutrition, Vit4ever and Swanson, in various dosages. This allows you to choose between a broad combination formula or a single extract.

What can you find in this collection?

This general category includes vitamin formulas, plant extracts and caffeine products. They differ greatly in composition, so it is worth checking the label and ingredients list for each product.

What ingredients will you encounter?

Common ingredients in this collection are vitamin B6, caffeine, guarana, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, bacopa monnieri, rhodiola, L-theanine and lion's mane. Vitamin B6 has an approved health claim: it contributes to normal psychological function. We describe the plant extracts and caffeine here factually, without any promise of effect.

Where do these ingredients come from naturally?

Focus & Concentration is not a single substance but a general term for various ingredients, each of which has its own natural source. Vitamin B6 occurs naturally in products such as whole grains, meat, fish, potatoes and legumes. Caffeine occurs naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa and guarana. Ingredients such as ginkgo biloba, ginseng and lion's mane come from a tree leaf, a root and an edible mushroom, respectively, which are processed into extracts.

Vitamin B6 and the B vitamins

Vitamin B6 is a water-soluble vitamin that can be found in the combination formula Concentratie Plus, among others. Vitamin B6 contributes to normal psychological function, to the normal functioning of the nervous system and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Those who want to choose B vitamins specifically can also look at our broader vitamin B collection.

Ginkgo biloba, ginseng and lion's mane

Ginkgo biloba comes from one of the oldest tree species in the world; the leaf has been used traditionally for centuries and is processed into standardised extracts. Ginseng (Panax ginseng) is a root from the Asian herbal tradition and is often combined with ginkgo. Lion's mane (Hericium erinaceus, also known as the shaggy mane mushroom) is an edible mushroom that is used traditionally. You will find these plant extracts in the collection in capsule and tablet form; we describe them here without a health claim.

Caffeine and pre-workout formulas

Caffeine occurs naturally in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa and guarana. In this collection you will find, among others, caffeine tablets without water and pre-workout formulas such as Focus to the Limit and Focus Caps, in which caffeine is combined with other ingredients. With caffeine-containing products, take your total daily intake into account and preferably do not use them late in the evening.

Comparing forms and variants

The products are available in different forms. Capsules and tablets (such as the ginkgo, ginseng and lion's mane products and Concentratie Plus) are convenient for on the go and can be dosed accurately. Powders such as the pre-workouts are dissolved in water. Combination formulas bundle multiple ingredients, while single extracts give you the freedom to combine them yourself.

Who is this collection intended for?

The products are intended for adults. Are you pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or sensitive to caffeine? Then consult a doctor or pharmacist before starting a supplement.

Dosage and use

The dosage varies greatly per product and per form. A standardised ginkgo extract is dosed differently than caffeine tablets or a pre-workout powder. Always stick to the recommended daily amount and do not exceed it. For the correct dosage and times of use, refer to the directions for use on the packaging of the product in question.

When do you take these products?

The time of intake depends on the type of product. Vitamin formulas such as Concentratie Plus are usually taken with a meal, while caffeine-containing products and pre-workouts are often used earlier in the day or around an activity. Many people choose not to take caffeine-containing products late in the evening. Always refer to the directions for use on the packaging of the product in question for the recommended time of intake and dosage.

What to look for when buying?

When choosing, pay attention to the exact composition, the dosage per capsule or scoop, whether it is a standardised extract and whether it contains caffeine. Also compare the number of doses per package and see whether you are looking for a single extract or a broad combination formula. Always read the label for the full ingredients list and any allergens.

Also view our related collections Ginkgo Biloba, Lions mane, Ginseng and Caffeine.