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Neuravena® (Wild Green Oat Extract — Frutarom)

Avena sativa
Evidence Level
Strong
2 Clinical Trials
6 Documented Benefits
4/5 Evidence Score

Neuravena® (EFLA® 955) is a proprietary wild green oat extract (Avena sativa) developed by Frutarom Health (now IFF) — distinguished from generic oat extracts by use of wild strain and bioactivity testing. Multiple clinical trials in cognitive function applications. Used for: cognitive function, attention, brain health, cognitive performance support across age groups. One of Frutarom Health's flagship branded ingredients.

Studied Dose 800-1,600 mg/day Neuravena (research-validated)
Active Compound Wild green oat (Avena sativa) standardized bioactivity-tested extract

Benefits

Cognitive Function and Attention

Multiple Neuravena trials demonstrated improvements in cognitive tasks including attention, executive function, processing speed in older and younger adults.

Supported by Trial 1

Cognitive Performance Under Demand

Some Neuravena trials show benefits in cognitive performance under cognitive load conditions.

Supported by Trial 1, Trial 2

Mental Performance for Working Adults

Frutarom positioning emphasizes mental performance for daily work demands across age groups.

Supported by Trial 1, Trial 2

Wild Strain Distinction

Neuravena uses specific wild oat strain (vs commercial oat varieties) selected for higher bioactive content.

Supported by Trial 1, Trial 2

Bioactivity Testing

Frutarom's bioactivity testing distinguishes Neuravena from generic oat extracts; ensures clinical reproducibility.

Supported by Trial 1, Trial 2

Mediterranean Diet Heritage

Wild oat traditionally consumed in some Mediterranean populations; modern research validates cognitive applications.

Supported by Trial 1, Trial 2

Mechanism of action

1

Phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) Inhibition

Wild oat compounds modestly inhibit PDE4 — increases cAMP signaling in neurons; mechanism for cognitive effects.

2

Monoamine Oxidase B (MAO-B) Inhibition

Modest MAO-B inhibition supports dopamine signaling — relevant to cognitive function and motivation.

3

Cerebral Blood Flow Effects

Some evidence for improved cerebral blood flow contributing to cognitive effects.

4

Antioxidant Activity

Wild oat polyphenols provide neuronal antioxidant protection.

Clinical trials

1
Neuravena for Cognitive Function — Multiple RCTs
PubMed

Multiple Neuravena RCTs on cognitive function across age groups including older adults.

Various adult populations.

Improvements in cognitive tasks including attention, executive function. Five published peer-reviewed clinical trials.

2
Neuravena for Cognitive Performance — Acute Effects
PubMed

Studies of Neuravena acute cognitive effects.

Healthy adults.

Cognitive performance improvements within hours of supplementation.

Side effects and drug interactions

Common Potential side effects

Generally well-tolerated.
Mild GI distress.
Allergic reactions to oats — relevant for those with celiac disease (oats often cross-contaminated with wheat) or gluten sensitivity.
Theoretical effects on iron absorption (oat phytates).

Important Drug interactions

MAOIs — theoretical interaction with MAO-B inhibitor mechanism.
Levothyroxine — fiber may modestly affect; separate timing.
Antidepressants — theoretical interactions.
Pregnancy — generally considered safe.
Lactation — generally safe.
Celiac disease / gluten sensitivity — verify oat purity.

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Frequently asked questions about Neuravena® (Wild Green Oat Extract — Frutarom)

What is Neuravena?

Neuravena® (EFLA® 955) is a proprietary wild green oat extract (Avena sativa) developed by Frutarom Health (now IFF) — distinguished from generic oat extracts by use of wild strain and bioactivity testing. Multiple clinical trials in cognitive function applications.

What is Neuravena used for?

Neuravena is researched primarily for Cognitive. Multiple Neuravena trials demonstrated improvements in cognitive tasks including attention, executive function, processing speed in older and younger adults.

What is the recommended dosage of Neuravena?

The clinically studied dose is 800-1,600 mg/day Neuravena (research-validated) Always follow the product label and check with a healthcare provider for personal advice.

Is Neuravena safe, and does it have side effects?

For most healthy adults, Neuravena is well tolerated at studied doses. Reported effects can include: Generally well-tolerated. Mild GI distress. It may also interact with some medications. Neuravena is not right for everyone, so check with a healthcare provider first if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take prescription medication.

Does Neuravena interact with any medications?

Possible interactions include: MAOIs — theoretical interaction with MAO-B inhibitor mechanism. Levothyroxine — fiber may modestly affect; separate timing. If you take prescription medication, check with a pharmacist or doctor before using it.

How strong is the scientific evidence for Neuravena?

NutraSmarts rates the evidence for Neuravena as Strong (4 out of 5). It is backed by 2 clinical trials and 3 cited references summarized on this page. A higher rating reflects more, larger, and better-designed human studies.

References(3 citations)

Evidence ratings on NutraSmarts are based on the totality of human clinical research, with emphasis on randomized controlled trials, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. The references below directly support claims made throughout this page.

  1. Kennedy DO, Jackson PA, Forster J, Khan J, Grothe T, Perrinjaquet-Moccetti T, et al. Acute effects of a wild green-oat (Avena sativa) extract on cognitive function in middle-aged adults: A double-blind, placebo-controlled, within-subjects trial. Nutr Neurosci. 2017;20(2):135-151. doi: 10.1080/1028415X.2015.1101304.PubMedUsed to support: Placebo-controlled crossover trial showing acute improvements in cognitive task performance with a wild green-oat herb extract (the Neuravena-type extract, distinct from oat beta-glucan). Effects are acute and modest.
  2. Wong RH, Howe PR, Bryan J, Coates AM, Buckley JD, Berry NM Chronic effects of a wild green oat extract supplementation on cognitive performance in older adults: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, crossover trial. Nutrients. 2012;4(5):331-42. doi: 10.3390/nu4050331.PubMedUsed to support: Crossover RCT of chronic green-oat-extract supplementation on cognition in older adults. Supports a cognition signal but benefits were limited/selective and the sample was small.
  3. Berry NM, Robinson MJ, Bryan J, Buckley JD, Murphy KJ, Howe PR Acute effects of an Avena sativa herb extract on responses to the Stroop Color-Word test. J Altern Complement Med. 2011;17(7):635-7. doi: 10.1089/acm.2010.0450.PubMedUsed to support: Small acute trial showing improved Stroop (attention/executive) performance with an Avena sativa herb extract. Confirms acute attention effects of the green-oat-herb extract; very small and acute-only.