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New Study: FOCUSfactor® Improves Memory, Focus, and Concentration in Healthy Adults

Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study confirms efficacy of the product

BOSTON, MA (November 21, 2011)—A new clinical study found that adults who took FOCUSfactor as directed improved their memory, concentration, and focus.  FOCUSfactor is a nutritional supplement formulated with a patent-pending blend of brain supporting vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other nutrients.  The clinical study was presented today as a Late Breaking study at The Gerontological Society of America’s 64th Annual Scientific Meeting.  With 5,400 members from over 40 countries, The Gerontological Society of America is the nation’s oldest and largest interdisciplinary organizations devoted to research, education, and practice in the field of aging.

Dr. Gary Kay, a clinical neuropsychologist and President of Cognitive Research Corporation said, “We conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel group study to evaluate the effects of FOCUSfactor on memory, concentration, and focus in healthy adults. The results are scientifically and clinically significant.”

The clinical study used the Rey Auditory Verbal Learning Test (RAVLT), a standardized, widely used neuropsychological test and one of the most commonly used tests of memory in psychopharmacology research. The RAVLT was originally developed in the 1940’s and has proven useful in evaluating verbal learning and memory. The study also used CogScreen®, a computer-administered neuropsychological test battery developed for the Federal Aviation Administration for evaluating the cognitive functioning of pilots. The test is used worldwide in pilot selection as well as by the United States military and in clinical research trials evaluating effects of treatments on cognitive functioning.

“The clinical study demonstrated that, compared to placebo, FOCUSfactor improved abilities referred to as memory, concentration, and focus in healthy adults,” said Dr. Kay.  “The most dramatic effects were seen on the initial learning trials of RAVLT and were confirmed by findings on the CogScreen measures of concentration and working memory.  Following six weeks of treatment, subjects who received FOCUSfactor had a mean increase in recall of 6.5 words compared to 4.5 words for those who received placebo.  To better understand the magnitude of the improvement seen with FOCUSfactor, the changes in RAVLT performance seen in this trial can be viewed in terms of the effects that normal aging has on RAVLT performance.  The average recall score for the five learning trials of RAVLT for subjects receiving FOCUSfactor is a score that is comparable to the published score obtained by individuals in the 20-29 year age group.  In contrast, the average score obtained for subjects who received placebo is comparable to the published score obtained by individuals in the 30-39 year age group.  This difference in memory test performance can be considered to reflect a 10-year cognitive age advantage. This is further supported by analysis of the CogScreen results which shows significant improvement with FOCUSfactor compared to placebo on a validated measure of concentration and working memory.  In addition to these efficacy findings, the study results demonstrate that FOCUSfactor was very well tolerated by subjects in the study.”

There were 96 subjects enrolled in the study between the ages of 18 and 65. The mean age of subjects who participated was 49.1 years. There were no demographic differences between subjects randomized to FOCUSfactor and those randomized to Placebo.  The study was conducted over a six-week period. Eighty-nine subjects completed the six-week study and were included in the data analyses.

The clinical study of FOCUSfactor was sponsored by Factor Nutrition Labs and was conducted by Cognitive Research Corporation, a full-service contract research organization that is a leader in analyzing the effects of nutritional supplements, medications, and foods on human cognition and driving.  The study was conducted in compliance with all applicable country requirements for the conduct of clinical studies, including those outlined by the International Conference on Harmonization, Consolidated Guidelines on Good Clinical Practices, and the Food and Drug Administration.

About Cognitive Research Corporation
Cognitive Research Corporation (‘CRC’) provides clinical development services for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.  With decades of experience in conducting clinical trials, including projects for two of the largest international pharmaceutical companies, CRC has a proven track record in assessing both the efficacy and safety of products across a wide range of indications.  CRC is based in St. Petersburg, Florida.

The President of CRC is Dr. Gary Kay.  From 1985 to 1998, Dr. Kay served as the Director of the Neuropsychology Division of the Georgetown University School of Medicine’s Department of Neurology.  In 1998, Dr. Kay established the Washington Neuropsychological Institute, a firm that conducted contract research and educational programs for both industry and United States federal agencies such as the Federal Aviation Administration and the Social Security Administration.  In addition to his work with CRC, Dr. Kay is an Associate Professor of Neurology at Georgetown University.  Dr. Kay has presented at the Institute of Medicine of the National Academy of Sciences, testified to U.S. Congressional committees, provided testimony at FDA hearings, and serves as a consultant to numerous governmental, corporate, and medical organizations.  He has written several book chapters and authored numerous peer-reviewed articles that have appeared in Archives of Internal Medicine, American Psychologist, Human Psychopharmacology, British Journal of Pharmacology, Aviation Space and Environmental Medicine, Annals of Allergy, and the American Journal of Managed Care.

About Factor Nutrition Labs
Factor Nutrition Labs provides premium, specialty nutritional supplements to meet consumer’s growing health and wellness needs.  The Company’s five core products include FOCUSfactor, America’s #1 brain health supplement, as well as Omega Factor 3, Omega DHA 900, Ubiquinol CoQ10, and FOCUSfactor for Kids.  These products are found at some of the country’s leading retailers such as Costco, Sam’s Club, Wal-Mart, Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid, and Vitamin Shoppe.  Factor Nutrition Labs was established in 2008 and is based in Westbrook, Maine.

FOCUSfactor contains a patent-pending blend of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and omega-3’s that are clinically shown to improve memory, concentration, and focus.* These ingredients include:

• DMAE – a natural substance found in fish*
• Phosphatidylcholine and Phosphatidlyserine – supports brain and nerve functions*
• DHA – an important omega-3 fatty acid*
• Vitamin B-12 and B-6 – play a role in the functioning of the brain and nervous systems*
• Vitamin D-3 – plays a role in brain development and function*
• Huperzine and Bacopa – vital plant extracts*
• Beta-carotene – a natural substance found in certain vegetables

What’s NOT in FOCUSfactor:

• No preservatives
• No artificial colorings
• No fillers
• No sweeteners
• No caffeine
• No gluten, milk, or egg

**Some participants may have received complimentary FOCUSfactor for providing their testimonial.