- Jog your mind! Regular brain exercise can give you a memory boost by encouraging circulation to the brain, and by releasing hormones that will lift mood and kill pain.
- Relax. Stress is a major cause of short and mid range memory loss, and will have a dramatic effect on concentration levels.
- A good night sleep is essential for a healthy brain and nervous system, as well as memory. Research shows that people who are wakened during dream sleep fail to process memories from the day before, and with regular sleep interruptions will suffer a pattern of significant forgetful behaviour.
- Watch your diet and eat for health. There is nothing better for your memory and your mind than a balanced, healthy diet with lots of fruit and vegetables. There is also research which shows that upping your intake of the minerals zinc and boron can revive memories.
- Cut the Caffeine. Coffee, soda and other drinks with high caffeine levels are proven memory killers. More than one such drink per day will result in nervous system over-stimulation and affect your ability to concentrate. It will also interrupt sleep patterns which directly results in memory loss.
- Stay mentally Fit. Several good studies show that participating in new mentally stimulating activities is associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer’s and other mental dementia. Regular stimulation helps the older brain retain flexibility and alertness that often lags in those who fall back to pattern behaviours and mundane routine activity.
- Be sociable. Studies show that relationships, laughter, human interaction, and the regular use of social skills improve memory and brain power. Another study also showed that a lack of friends and interaction late in life can double the likelihood of developing some form of dementia.