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18 Home Remedies for Memory Problems
Posted Date: 09 Jul 2007 Resource Type: Articles/Knowledge Sharing Category: General
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Posted By: B.SENTHIL KUMAR Member Level: Gold
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Some events, and some names and faces, definitely should be forgotten. Embarrassing moments, things you wish you hadn't said or done, are memories you can relegate to the memory trash bin. Purposely forgetting is one thing, and we all try to do it on occasion. But on those occasions when memory simply fails you -- when you truly don't remember a name, a job assignment slips your mind, you forget a doctor's appointment -- your forgetfulness can have unpleasant consequences.
Forgetting is normal. We all experience it from time to time. And when it's an occasional problem, that's OK. But when forgetfulness becomes a chronic problem, that indicates that one of two things is happening:
You're not locking in the information you just received. New information will be lost in seven seconds if you don't lock it in right away.
You have a physical or mental condition that's preventing you from remembering. For example: Alzheimer's disease, senile dementia, hypoglycemia, severe anemia, depression, anxiety, alcohol or drug abuse, head injury, or severe viral or bacterial illness. Some prescribed medications make remembering a little difficult, too.
Memory is divided into two parts: short-term and long-term. The short-term memory bank holds the memory for only a few seconds, then transfers it to the long-term memory bank. If the transfer doesn't take place, the memory is lost.
If you're affected by the Seven-Second Syndrome, which is failing to lock in information once it's presented to you, there are memory-strengthening techniques that can improve that forgetfulness.
Mnemonics. This is the skill of consciously gathering new memory (information) and connecting it to prior memory (knowledge) for easy recall. For example, if you meet someone named Webster, it might trigger you to think of Webster's dictionary. You've now connected something new, the person's name, with something you already know. The connection itself is the mnemonic.
Acronyms. This is a word formed from a group of letters, each representing the first letter of a word that makes up a phrase. We're such an acronymic society that acronyms are assigned to just about everything, so why not join the crowd and assign your own acronyms to things you want to remember. An easy acronym that comes to mind is ASAP -- as soon as possible. Maybe in your cooking ASAP can mean add salt and pepper.
Rhymes. Rhyme and rhythm have always been terrific memory aids.
Lists, mental images, visual prompts. These all can help you forget your forgetfulness.
Sometimes memory problems stem from nutritional deficiencies, stress, and other problems that can be controlled once you know how. Here are some KMBs -- kitchen memory boosters -- that might just help you remember.
These tricks can help, but if you feel like your memory needs more of a jump-start, go to the next page to learn more about natural home remedies for memory problems.
Home Remedies from the Cupboard
Pistachio nuts. If your memory loss is the result of a thiamine deficiency, pistachio nuts can help. One of the richest sources of thiamine, 1/2 cup supplies 0.54 mg of thiamin. The RDA for thiamine is 1.5 mg for men and 1.1 for women age 50 and younger; slightly less for those over 50.
Wheat germ. Wheat germ is a good source of vitamin E, which may help with age-related memory loss.
Home Remedies from the Drawer
Paper. Chart a food plan, then keep a diary. Some foods enhance mental powers, some do not. And some even make mental powers sluggish. So, to find out your best food choices and combinations, chart your choices and reactions.
Utensils. You know what's supposed to be there, right? A whisk, a wooden spoon, a rolling pin, measuring cups. Chances are, your utensil drawer hasn't changed for years, so this is a great place to conduct a memory exercise. Take a good look, tidy the drawer to remind you what's there, then ask a friend or loved one to remove an item or two. Tomorrow, take a good look, tidy the drawer again, and see what's missing. This exercise will not only keep your memory on its toes, it will also keep that drawer in perfect order.
Home Remedies from the Kitchen Table
The morning paper. Sit, relax, and turn to the crossword puzzle. This is a great way to exercise your brain and jog your memory.
Recipe box. Memory is jogged by familiarity. Sit down at the table, relax, and think about a few favorite and familiar recipes. Try to recreate them from memory, and jot them down. Do the same tomorrow and the following days, with the same recipes, and compare your results.
Home Remedies from the Refrigerator
Artichokes. These are thought to increase your mental acuity. Prepare and eat them as you normally would or follow this recipe for an elixir of artichoke: Pull the artichoke apart, leaf by leaf, then put the pieces into a jar and add enough water to just barely cover. Cover the jar with a lid or saucer, and place in a pan with water. Boil for two hours, adding more water to the pan (not the jar) as necessary. Then strain the contents of the jar and give the artichoke leaves a good squeeze to get out all the juices. Take 3 to 4 tablespoons four times a day.
Blueberries. These luscious little fruits are the richest source of antioxidants, and recent studies have shown that blueberries may help improve short-term memory.
Carrots. They contain carotene, which is a memory booster. Eat them raw, cooked, or in casseroles, or make a juice with carrots and apricots. The apricots are used to add a little compatible juice to the dry carrots.
Eggs. These have lecithin, which keeps the memory nerve cells healthy. Lecithin is also found in sunflower and soybean oils and can be purchased in capsule form, too. Studies indicate that taking up to 70 grams a day may improve memory.
Okra. If not a memorable food, this is at least a memory-enhancing food. So are sweet potatoes, tapioca, and spinach. Fresh fruits, especially oranges, and vegetables, almonds, and milk are also good for stimulating the memory.
Home Remedies from the Spice Rack
Herbal teas. Any of these will help a weak memory: sage, rosemary, marjoram, basil. Use 1/4 teaspoon in a cup of boiling water. Steep for five minutes. These herbs, in an essential oil, can be added to olive oil and massaged over the neck and forehead. Add these oils to bath water, too: 5 drops to a tubful.
Home Remedies from the Supplement Shelf
Vitamin B6. A deficiency in this vitamin, also called pyridoxine, can cause memory loss. Supplementation may improve memory in older adults.
Vitamin E. Recent studies have reported improved short-term memory in older adults who took supplemental vitamin E.
More Do's & Don'ts
Write it down. Post notes. Keep lists. Mark it on the calendar.
Exercise. This stimulates circulation, which is good for the brain.
Meditate. The more you worry about memory loss, the more apt you are to suffer from it. Relax and think about other, more pleasant things.
Don't forget to use these simple effective home remedies to improve your memory.
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