Memory Improvement

It’s a myth that people have good or bad memories, but bad memory is a part of aging, and combined with a sedentary lifestyle, and/or a poor diet, poor memory is almost a given, but we often see elderly people with excellent memories. The secret is either keeping themselves in fit condition, or they’ve mastered the art of keeping memory intact, despite age.  The most common reason people forget is because their minds are preoccupied, stressed, or simply overworked.  If you can devise a way by which you stay away from these health hindrances, you are already on your way to a good memory.

Home Remedies For Memory Improvement:

Diet:

Use of alcohol and smoking has been associated with poor memory, as has a diet with insufficient nutrients to keep the memory keen.  Hectic lifestyles can be blamed for the kind of food that we eat, but eating a well balanced diet containing fresh fish, foods containing natural antioxidants, and vitamins and minerals, can improve the memory.

Exercise:

One of the surest ways to keep the memory system sharp and alive is to remain physically fit. Go for an annual check up and see for yourself, how you score on physical fitness and the state of your general health.  

Herbal Remedies:

Ginseng is a natural herb used for more than 2000 years. It is now a popular choice as it has tremendous healing power in many diseases. It is effective in the treatment of Alzheimer’s and some other nerve disorders, and is now recognized as an excellent remedy to boost the memory.

Omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oils helps in rid the system of toxins and sharpens the intellect. Experts also advise on eating essential fatty acids, B Complex Vitamins and Amino acids to improve memory.

Acetylcholine is the foremost chemical that assists in memory improvement. Over and above that, it is also a vital element for the birth of nerve cells.  Fish, eggs, liver, and nuts are rich in acetylcholine.

Carbohydrates like whole-wheat bread and pasta, are considered good for the brain, because their energy giving glucose content is continuously released into the blood. So, just make sure that you eat a lot of slow-release carbohydrates by also adding protein rich items like fish or chicken with boiled potatoes and whole-grained rice to improve your memory.

Ginkgo Biloba is called the brain herb.  Research supports the positive effects of Ginkgo Biloba in enhancing memory but warn you should buy reputable brand names, because some of the supplements have been proven to contain mercury.