Do you feel like you can't remember anything anymore? Can't find your keys? Can't remember that guys name? Well, here are some suggestions for great natural ways to improve your memory. We have been given plants and natural laws, which if adhered to, can keep our brain healthy and our body well.

Studies show these time-tested nutrients and new brain breakthroughs can help you feel less absent minded. And you'll easily remember important dates, events and other precious information.

Wild Blueberry Extract: British doctors discovered a diet rich in ordinary blueberries reversed memory decline in as little as three weeks. The secret is blueberries' anthocyanins. They appear to stimulate the development of new brain neurons, improving neuronal signaling and communication.

Folic Acid: Best known for preventing birth defects in pregnant women, folic acid can also improve mental performance when used in the right amounts. In 2005 Dutch researchers discovered people who took 800 micrograms of folate daily knocked 5 1/2 years off their ages when it came to performance on standardized memory tests.4 And that was merely the average. Some people erased even more years.

Vinpocetine: An extract from the seeds of the periwinkle plant, vinpocetine helps improve blood flow to the brain. Three separate studies of older adults with memory problems found it significantly improved attention, memory and concentration over a placebo. Some people reported increased mental alertness and a surge of new energy and vitality.

DMAE: DMAE or dimethylaminoethanol is found naturally in your brain. It supports the neurotransmitter acetylcholine that's necessary for mental sharpness. As you age, your DMAE levels plummet. Research suggests replenishing lagging levels can help improve concentration.5

Pantothenic Acid (B5) and Vitamin B6: Helps the brain make neurotransmitters, including acetylcholine.

Vitamin B12: Helps the brain manufacture SAMe, the neurotransmitter associated with a calm, happy mood.

Phosphatidyl: A basic building block of brain cell membranes. Research shows phosphatidylcholine or PC works well when taken with CDP-choline to enhance memory function.

N-Acetyl Cysteine: An amino acid that helps the body produce the mega-antioxidant glutathione. Glutathione protects cell membranes from damage.

Rosemary and Ginger: Two common kitchen herbs that together, fight anxiety and improve blood flow to enhance memory.

Ginko Biloba: Scientific analysis of this substance shows that it can increase the function of your nervous system, and immune system to offer you the most protection from disease. This substance is recommended over prescription drugs because it is not toxic to cells and does not cause adverse side effects in the body when taken correctly and in moderation.

Are You At RISK for Memory Loss?

You may be at higher risk for memory loss if you suffer from one or more of these documented risk factors ...

• High blood pressure. A large, preliminary study in 1998 found a link between high blood pressure and mental deterioration.
• Stress. Studies show that high levels of the stress hormone cortisol can weaken memory.
• Lack of exercise. Some studies suggest that physical exercise boosts cerebral blood flow, which in turn promotes neuron growth and prevents cognitive decline.
• Poor diet. A recent investigation found that a Mediterranean diet rich in olive oil may protect against age related cognitive decline.
• High blood sugar. High blood sugar is linked to lower levels of brain function and greater memory decline in older women.
• Nutrient deficiencies. A severe lack of vitamins B12, C, folic acid or omega 3 fatty acids may cause memory loss by damaging brain tissue.
• Environmental toxins. Studies link heavy metals and chemicals to memory decline.
• Menopause. Poor memory and decreased concentration can result from hormonal changes that come with age.
• Yeast. An overgrowth of candida yeast in the gastrointestinal tract can cause difficulty concentrating.

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