WHAT IS SOUVENAID?

Souvenaid is a nutritional supplement containing nutrients important for the formation of synapses in the brain (the connections between brain cells that are vital for learning and memory). The company that makes Souvenaid recommend that Souvenaid is taken as a once-daily 125ml drink. Limited research has been conducted on Souvenaid. Two studies in people with mild Alzheimer's disease suggest that people who drank Souvenaid were more likely to experience small improvements in test of memory function. Three randomised controlled trials failed to show a significant effect of Souvenaid in decreasing the rate of cognitive decline or delaying Alzheimer’s disease progression. Souvenaid may support memory function but it is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease and it will not stop the disease from progressing over time.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Are there any contradictions or side-effects when taking Souvenaid?

Souvenaid® is not suitable for patients with galactosaemia. Galactosaemia is a genetic disease where a person cannot metabolise galactose.

Can Souvenaid® Be Taken At The Same Time As Medications For Alzheimer's Disease?

Souvenaid® is food for special medical purposes for the dietary management of patients diagnosed with mild/early Alzheimer's disease. It must be used under medical supervision. Clinical studies have demonstrated that Souvenaid® can be used safely alongside commonly prescribed Alzheimer's disease medication without any drug interaction.

Can't People Living With Alzheimer's Disease Get The Same Benefits From Consuming Foods Containing The Ingredients Present In Souvenaid®?

Souvenaid® contains a unique combination of nutrients at levels difficult to achieve from diet alone. In early Alzheimer's disease, dietary intake of nutrients may be affected by worsening of appetite, taste and smell, which lead to reduced food consumption, food neglect and changes in food preferences. In addition, research suggests that people with early Alzheimer's disease have higher requirements than people without the disease for certain nutrients supporting brain function. It would be extremely difficult to modify your diet to achieve the right combination of specific nutrients and unreasonable to expect people to eat enough of the right foods.

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