“To ensure good health: eat lightly, breathe deeply, live moderately, cultivate cheerfulness, and maintain an interest in life.” -William Londen
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Research has shown that people who regularly
consume lots of added sugar may have poorer memories and lower brain volumes
than those who consume less sugar.
2. Try a Fish Oil Supplement
Fish and fish oil supplements are rich in the
omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Consuming them may help improve short-term,
working and episodic memory, especially in older people.
3. Make Time for Meditation
Meditation isn’t just good for your body —
it’s also good for your brain. Research suggests meditation may increase gray
matter in the brain and improve spatial working memory.
4. Maintain a Healthy Weight
Obesity is a risk factor for cognitive
decline. Maintaining a body mass index within the normal range may help you
avoid a host of issues associated with obesity, including a poorer memory.
5. Get Enough Sleep
Studies have consistently associated
sufficient sleep with better memory performance. Sleep helps consolidate
memories. You’re also likely to perform better on memory tests if you’re well
rested than if you’re sleep deprived.
6. Practice Mindfulness
Practicing mindfulness techniques has been
associated with increased memory performance. Mindfulness is also linked to
reduced age-related cognitive decline.
7. Drink Less Alcohol
Alcohol has neurotoxic effects on the brain,
including reducing memory performance. Occasional moderate drinking isn’t an
issue, but binge drinking can damage your hippocampus, a key area of your brain
associated with memory.
8. Train Your Brain
Games that challenge your brain may help you
strengthen your memory and may even reduce the risk of dementia. keep reading more
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