Home Remedies to Improve Memory

For general memory problems though, you can try some natural home
remedies and incorporate healthy lifestyle changes.

Almonds
Almonds are an excellent Ayurvedic remedy to help improve memory and
brainpower. They are rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids that
boost memory. Due to their rich antioxidant content, almonds are good
for your eyes, too.
Soak 5 to 10 almonds in water overnight.
The next morning, peel the skin and grind the almonds.
Boil this paste with one glass of milk.
Add some sugar or honey for taste.
Drink it daily for 30 or 40 days.


Rosemary
Rosemary is another popular herb for improving weak memory. Even
sniffing its aroma can help. In a 2013 study conducted at the
University of Northumbria in England, researchers found that the aroma
of rosemary can help improve prospective memory, which is critical for
everyday functioning.
Prospective memory refers to the ability to remember to do something in
the future (for example, remembering to get gas before a trip, return
someone’s phone call, etc.)
Steep one teaspoon of dried rosemary in a cup of boiling water for
about five minutes. If you have fresh rosemary, steep a sprig in a
teapot containing hot water for three to five minutes. Strain and add
honey for taste, if desired. Drink it daily for a few weeks.
You can also breathe in the aroma of rosemary oil or add a few drops of
the oil to a room diffuser.

Note: As the effects of rosemary have not been studied on children, it
not recommended for medicinal use in those under age 18. It can be
taken as a spice in food, though.

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How To Keep Your Mind Sharp

Aging takes a toll on the brain. The brain literally
shrinks as we age, losing up to 10% of its size. Research
on aging shows that seniors experience declines in many
key areas of cognitive function.
Here are five activities you can incorporate into your life
to help keep your mind sharp and your brain nourished:

 Exercise:
It has long been understood that the mind and body are
interconnected. What benefits the body will benefit the
brain. Regular exercise goes a long way to keeping the
brain healthy.

 Read a book:
Reading is beneficial on multiple levels. When you read,
not only do you absorb the information contained in the
book, but the act of reading itself builds connections
within the brain that make it more versatile.

 Eat right:
Many foods, including nuts, fish and red wine, have been
linked to a healthy brain. But concentrating on an
all-around healthy diet may be the best nutritional
strategy for keeping the brain sharp. And don’t skip
breakfast!

Maintain good posture:
Maintaining an upright, un-slouched posture improves
circulation and blood-flow to the brain.

 Sleep well:
A good night’s sleep is vitally important to a healthy
mind, especially memory. Get enough sleep and, if
necessary, take naps.


It’s important to note that there are no clinically proven
ways to reverse the course of brain diseases like
Alzheimer’s, but leading a healthy lifestyle that’s both
socially and intellectually stimulating combats normal,
age-related mental decline, and may decrease the risk of
developing Alzheimer’s and other kinds of dementia.

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