AOR Ortho•Mind
AOR Ortho•Mind is worth a look.
AOR Ortho•Mind is the strongest Canadian-domiciled, NPN-licensed cognitive supplement in our coverage. Health Canada NPN 80037243 verified. Open formula with 6 disclosed ingredients including Bacopa, citicoline, and L-theanine at clinical dose. Available at Health Canada-authorised retailers nationwide.
What it does
Advanced Orthomolecular Research (AOR) is a Calgary-based Canadian supplement company founded in 1992, recognized for evidence-graded formulation and rigorous third-party testing. Ortho•Mind is their cognitive flagship — open formula, every dose disclosed, fully Health Canada Natural Health Product (NHP) registered. The NPN (Natural Product Number) 80037243 is verifiable on the Licensed Natural Health Products Database. Sold at Pure Pharmacy, Healthy Planet, and direct via aor.ca; bilingual labelling for Quebec compliance.
How it works
Multi-mechanism stack: Bacopa Monnieri at 300mg (clinical dose) supports memory consolidation over 8-12 weeks. Citicoline (Cognizin) supports phospholipid synthesis and acetylcholine availability. Lion's Mane modulates NGF for neurogenesis. Caffeine + L-theanine at modest doses (50mg + 100mg) provide acute focus support. Phosphatidylserine supports cell membrane integrity, but at half the clinical dose.
What to expect
Acute (30-60 min): mild focus boost from caffeine + L-theanine combination. Weeks 4-12: cumulative Bacopa + citicoline memory and attention improvements. Lower caffeine dose (50mg) is gentler than typical pre-workouts but may be insufficient for hardcore caffeine users. The 3-capsule daily protocol is moderate friction.
Hero ingredients
- Lion's Mane300mg
- Bacopa Monnieri300mg
- Citicoline250mg
- Caffeine50mg
- L-Theanine100mg
Who it's for
- Health Canada NPN-licensed (NPN 80037243)
- Open formula — every ingredient disclosed
- Canadian-domiciled (Calgary)
Who should skip
- Lion's Mane and PS underdosed vs. clinical anchors
- Caffeine dose (50mg) is modest — not for high-tolerance users
- 3 capsules/day adds friction
Dosing audit
| Ingredient | Label | Clinical | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion's Mane (8:1 extract) | 300mg | 500-1000mg | ✕ Under |
| Bacopa Monnieri (50% bacosides) | 300mg | 300mg | ✓ Pass |
| Citicoline | 250mg | 250mg | ✓ Pass |
| Caffeine (from green coffee) | 50mg | 75-200mg | ✕ Under |
| L-Theanine | 100mg | 100-200mg | ✓ Pass |
| Phosphatidylserine | 50mg | 100mg | ✕ Under |
Ingredient quality
Number and quality of evidence-graded ingredients. Trademarked extracts and standardized actives raise this score.
Dosing vs. clinical evidence
How many ingredients meet their clinical-trial dose. Underdosing flagship actives is the biggest score deduction.
Formula transparency
Full disclosure of every ingredient at its exact dose. Proprietary blends are scored as opaque.
Value for money
Cost per month relative to per-serving clinical doses delivered. Cheaper products with underdoses score lower.
Brand trust
Brand reputation, third-party testing, refund track record, and Trustpilot signal across multiple years.
How the score is computed
Each pillar is weighted by editorial importance. Weights are constant across every brand we audit — they're not adjusted to favour any particular product.
- Ingredient quality25%
- Dosing vs. clinical evidence30%
- Formula transparency20%
- Value for money15%
- Brand trust10%
586 verified reviews
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- 30-day money-back still applies
- Faster delivery if in stock
- Higher per-bottle price than subscription
The fine print
Full refund if you're not satisfied. Brand-direct guarantee, not Amazon's.
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Health disclaimer
Natural health products available in Canada are regulated by Health Canada under the Natural Health Products Regulations. Where a product holds an NPN (Natural Product Number), it has been assessed for safety, efficacy, and quality. Cross-border imports without an NPN are not Health Canada licensed. This page is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting any supplement.