
We complain of a having a bad memory all the time.
Losing memory is just part of life. It comes with age.
Well, that is definitely not true. We have to do everything we possibly can to nurture a healthy brain. Luckily, there is a lot of things you can do to improve your memory in a natural way.
How To Improve Your Memory Naturally
Eat Right.
The foods you eat – or don’t eat – play an important role in your memory. Consuming he proper nutrients is vital for retaining memory through to old age.
Here are the nutrients you need to have in your diet: Manganese (mussels, nuts, organic tofu, legumes…, B12 (animal products, fermented foods, algae or a supplement if you are a vegan), Vitamin C (guava, kiwi, tomatoes… ), Vitamin E (hazelnut, sunflower, almond and olive oil), Zinc (mushrooms, oysters, whole grains…) and Omega 3 fatty acids (seafood, walnuts, chia seeds, flax seeds, algae…). Pick the healthy food and your brain will be grateful for that.
AVOID THIS:
Unhealthy fats, such as margarine or refined oils if you want your brain to function properly.
Refined carbohydrates such as white flour, bread, cookies, pizza (yes, pizza) or cakes can also affect brain function.
Exercise.
Running, biking or swimming for 20 to 30 minutes, three times a week has been proven to help you remember things better. Raising your heart rate gets the blood flowing to your brain.
Aerobic exercise generates brain-nourishing chemicals that can help you grow new brain cell connections.
Sleep well.
Sleep is the time when your brain solidifies the connections between neurons – it’s very important to get a good night’s sleep.
Read regularly.
Reading is essential to keep your brain active. Don’t let your brain get old and lazy. Pick up the newspapers in the morning and read what is happening around the world.
Go outside.
Just get outside and let your body rest in nature. Your mind will clear and your memory improve.
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