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Oat straw extract (Avena sativa)

Cognition · Anxiety · Sexual health
Tier 3 — Trending

What it is

Young oat herb extract (not the grain) used traditionally for nervous exhaustion and as an aphrodisiac. The Neuravena extract improved cognitive function and reduced anxiety in two Australian trials in healthy adults. May work by inhibiting MAO-B and phosphodiesterase enzymes. The sexual health claims have minimal evidence. Generally very safe and well tolerated as oats are a common food.

Efficacy
2/5
Safety
4/5
Research
2/5
Onset
3/5
Cost
3/5
Drug-int.
5/5

Dose

800–1,600 mg/day green oat extract (Neuravena form studied); well tolerated; limited evidence base

Time of day & tips

Take with water in the morning for cognitive support. Can be taken with or without food. Look for the Neuravena or AvenaCalm branded extract.

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