Memory Loss / Dementia: Information, Research, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
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Brain Fog / Memory Loss / Dementia
As we age, many of us are wondering: "Am I Losing it"? There are many external factors that impact your memory capacity. However, in many cases, simple changes in nutrition and lifestyle may be all that is needed to think clearly again.
Causes of "Brain Fog" & Ways to Resolve it
🥗 Diet
The brain works best with about 25 grams of glucose circulating in your blood stream -- about the amount found in a banana. Eating frequent smaller meals throughout the day is recommended.
⚠️ Avoid Sugar / Starchy Foods
Generally people with "brain fog" should avoid sugar and sugar-containing food, including sodas and sweets; but also white bread, pasta and white rice which are the most common culprits related to brain fog.
Good Fats
The brain is 60 percent fat and needs essential fatty acids, such as omega-3s, which are proving valuable in treating depression and other psychiatric disorders.
Protein Balance
Protein can balance glucose response and prevent us from crashing. Most people need to take in some sort of protein at every meal.
😴 Stress & Lack of Sleep
Stress Management
Among young, healthy people the most frequent cause of "brain fog" is stress.
- • Restructuring your life and practicing yoga and meditation are helpful
- • Exercise stimulates the growth of brain matter
- • Walking 20 minutes two to three times a week can improve your memory
Sleep Requirements
Most people need eight or more hours of sleep. People who are sleep-deprived for a day have a brain function that can be compared to that of a person who is legally drunk.
🧹 Detoxify!
Scientists suspect that our toxic environment - specifically heavy metals, phthalates, insecticides and pesticides in our food, air and water - are the reason for our ever-growing problem of brain fog even in younger generations.
Recommended Supplements
- • Acetyl-L-carnitine (1-3 grams daily) - nourishes the brain
- • Co-enzyme Q10 (100 mg daily) - helps increase energy
- • B vitamins - good for the brain
- • Melatonin (10 mg) - showed improvement in Alzheimer's-type symptoms
Causes of Memory Loss
💊 Statins / Drugs
Statins (i.e. Lipitor) have been anecdotally linked to a wide variety of side effects, including false dementia.
⚡ Nutrient Deficiency
Our brain requires a lot of nutrients to properly function. Vitamin C and E have been shown to delay the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
🏭 Heavy Metals
Heavy metals, such as mercury, cause headaches and memory loss. Aluminum is associated with dementia and Alzheimer's Disease.
🧪 Iodine Deficiency
According to the World Health Organization, today's LEADING CAUSE of brain failure is iodine deficiency. Low iodine levels trigger fatigue, depression, and brain damage.
What You Can Do to Maintain Optimal Brain Strength
🧠 Mental Exercise
Give your mind a mental workout by reading, doing crossword puzzles, and engaging in challenging activities.
🚭 Stop Smoking
Smoking (and second-hand smoke) kill brain cells and significantly impact cognitive function.
🏃♀️ Physical Exercise
Exercise boosts cerebral blood flow and stimulates the growth of new brain matter. Even 20 minutes of physical activity a day dramatically improves reasoning skills.
🥗 Brain Food
Eat your fruits & vegetables! Higher cognitive performance is linked to consuming about 400g of fruits and vegetables daily.
🍎 Healthy Brain Snacks
- 🥜 Homemade trail mix
- 🍎 Apple slices with peanut butter
- 🥛 Low-fat yogurt with fresh fruit and nuts
- 🐝 Bee pollen over smoothies or yogurt
- 🥤 Fruit smoothies with yogurt and honey
- 🥕 Baby carrots with hummus
- 🌿 Celery with almond butter and raisins
- 🍵 Green tea (2+ cups daily)
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