Be An Instant Genius

The brain often breaks down, usually around closing time. At work, though, you can rely on these cerebral life-savers.

TO REMEMBER A SPEECH

Drop some gingseng. A study at the University of Northumbria found that volunteers who took a 500mg dose of gingseng noticed improved recall within 60 minutes, and reported benefits lasting five hours.

Your Fix: Red Kooga Gingseng.

TO CONCENTRATE

Down a cocktail - a vitamin one, mind. A report in the South African Medical Journal looked at the effect of high-strength nutrition pills on stressed workerss. Anxiety levels were reduced and comcentration levels increased after they popped pills containing B vitamins, calcium and vitamin H.

Your Fix: Berocca Effervescent Tablets.

TO LEARN NEW SKILLS

Neck glucose. Research at the University of Lancaster found that volunteers who took 25g of the stuff were able to recall 50% more information half-an-hour later than those who didn't.

Your Fix: 330ml can of Lucozade