The Step-By-Step Guide For Fighting Memory Loss

Memory loss is a common issue, with up to 40% of people (over the age of 65) dealing with some form of memory decay.

If you or a loved one frequently experience:

-Forgetting events soon after they happened

-Messing up event timelines

-Misplacing items

-Asking a question multiple times

Then you have experienced a form of memory loss. When memory loss occurs, it often times leads to feeling overwhelmed and confused. This overwhelming feeling will feel like your mind is not at it’s normal state.

It is important to remember that it is not your fault, and that there are many actionable methods for regaining your memory and focus.

In this guide we will go over these actionable and (free) steps, and layout a daily checklist of activities. PLUS, a bonus at the end.

Be Physically Active Everyday

Physical activity will raise the blood flow throughout your body, including your mind. This blood flow is important in nurturing a healthy mind.

Spend Time With Others

The feeling of being alone leads to mental health issues. These mental health issues can in turn create a clouded mind. Company keeps these mental health issues at bay.

Perform Mental Activities

Just like exercise, keeping an engaged mind will train and strengthen it. Activities like puzzles, games, crosswords, and reading are all brain boosting activities that can be performed today.

Good Sleep

Restless sleep is a sure way to keep a clouded mind. Our mind needs rest in order to perform daily functions properly.

Stay Organized

We are a reflection of our environments. If your home is cluttered it can lead to losing items easily, which can create a spiral of memory decay.

Meditation

Meditation is defined as training your focused concentration. This can be done by focusing on one object or event for a prolonged period. This can increase the brain’s gray matter (which contain neuron cell bodies).

Eating a Healthy Diet

A healthy diet keeps a sharp mind. Be sure to get enough vitamins in your diet to nourish your brain.

(This article by UnityPoint goes in depth on what foods are recommended)

Limit Alcohol

If you do plan on drinking alcohol, it is recommended to drink red wine (which contains an antioxidant for increasing blood flow to the mind).

These steps will form the basis of our daily checklist in combatting memory loss. Each of these activities are powerful tools for combating memory loss. When combined, they work together to build a lifestyle full of the stimulus needed for memory retention.

 Morning

• Crossword Puzzle

• Meditation

• Coffee with a loved one

• Healthy breakfast of Eggs, berries, whole grain cereal or toast, and / or orange Juice

Lunch

• 30 Minute Walk (Bonus if it is with a friend)

• Organize your home

• Snacks consisting of Raisins, Nuts, dark chocolate, berries,

• Lunch consisting of Salad, chicken, brown rice, avocado sandwich or quinoa

Dinner

• Read

• Dinner (With family) of fish, lean red meat, or whole grain pasta

• Limit blue light 2 hours before bedtime

• Consistent sleep time with 7-8 hours of sleep

Now you have the steps to living a memory sustaining lifestyle! Follow this checklist to see maximum results in regaining your memory. By keeping a healthy diet, trying mentally sustaining activities, and performing physical exercise you are ensuring you are taking the steps needed.

(Bonus) Looking for more ways to boost memory? Try out the three supplements below for memory support!

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-Lion’s mane Mushroom

-Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplements

-Vitamin Supplement(B.,C.,D. are essential for memory)