How to Improve Your Memory

People of all ages can suffer from memory loss. As we get older, our memory tends to decline. In elderly people, it is associated with Alzheimer’s disease. However, those with a bad memory may not suffer from this condition. There are a few natural ways to help improve your memory and we take a look at them in this article.

How to prevent memory loss

Memory loss can be prevented by consuming natural foods, including:

• foods packed with antioxidants. Antioxidants can be found in several foods, which help to improve our memory and prevent poor memory from occurring. They are extremely important in preventing cellular damage from taking place.
• omega-3 fatty acids. These help cellular damage from happening. They are found in oily fish and dried fruit and are essential nutrients that help to protect the brain. These ‘good fats’ are not only great for keeping the heart healthy but they are very effective in aiding an memory improvement.
• binkgo biloba or ginseng. These two very well-known herbs aid brain health. Both help to improve cognitive function and improve memory in middle-aged and elderly people.

In addition to these nutrients, it is highly essential that you follow a healthy lifestyle. Keeping active by following an exercise routine and healthy diet is very important for healthy brain function. Consume lots of fruits and vegetables, limit your alcohol intake and avoid smoking cigarettes.

Also, try to keep your mind active by spending some of your spare time reading, completing crosswords or other brain puzzles, such as sudoku. These help to keep the brain stimulated, which aids healthy cognitive functioning and therefore helps to improve your memory. It is important to get a good night’s sleep to ensure you rest your body and are energised in order to improve your brain function. Keep your body hydrated by drinking at least 8 glasses of water per day. Following these steps will help to improve your memory.