Never be
tagged as a scatter-brained – nope not anymore! The key determinants of a
dependable and robust memory lie in the health and vitality of your brain. If
you have a tendency to be absent-minded, this is highly attributable to a
build-up of underlying causes over time. As unbelievable as it may sound, lots
of people face this problem every day and you are definitely not alone! So, let
us not FORGET that there is certainly a great deal of ways to hone your memory
and stay mentally sharp in the years ahead!
1.
Sleep
is NOT for the weak
Who says
sleep is for the weak? Your body requires its regular hours of sleep in order
to function properly. Truth is, an average adult needs between 7 to 9 hours of
shuteye daily to avoid the delirious effects caused by sleep deprivation. Well,
even skimping on a few hours counts! Oh, really? It is beyond a shadow of doubt
that sleep deprivation can hinder your memory, creativity, problem-solving
abilities and critical thinking skills! Hence, if you haven’t been sleeping
well, do yourself a favour and hit the sack right away!
2. Eat
well and eat right
The brain –
just like everything else in the body, won’t be able to focus without a
constant and steady flow of energy. Thence, an ideal diet has the propensity to
give a face-lift to your acuity, brainpower, concentration and memory. Some
memory-boosting foods include avocadoes, blueberries, broccoli, grape juice,
salmon, walnuts and wholegrains. For starters, berries make a fantastic snack
as they are rich in antioxidant and are berry
(teehee) terrific at slowing down mental degeneration and stress! Whilst
salmons are packed with omega-3 fatty acids which are nutritious for the
brains, opting for wholegrains with a low-GI can keep you mentally alert
throughout the day!
3.
Cut
back on caffeine
Reaching for
your fifth cup of fresh-brewed coffee in a day? Going caffeine-free may seem
like an unimaginable task for most coffee lovers. All right, we understand. How
about just cutting back a little on caffeine consumption? Caffeine affects
individuals at a varied level and certain people are more sensitive to caffeine
in such a way that even morning coffee keeps them up all night! More often than
not, this could result in brain fog and poor attention span. Give decaffeinated
coffee a try and that should do the trick!
4.
Take
practical steps to improve memory retention
Eight (8)
seconds are all it takes to process a piece of information into your memory
storage. Amazing isn’t it? Whilst you’re at it, always remember to make use of
all your senses – well, if you can. For instance, you can retain 90% of the
information better if you relate them to colours, textures, smells and tastes.
Alternatively, the physical act of rewriting information or reading out loud
can help you absorb new data into information at a faster rate.
5. The
true cost of multitasking
It is not to
our uttermost surprise that multitasking thwarts our level of productivity. As
such, multitaskers are highly advised to practise the art mindfulness instead
of the habit of multitasking. Albeit it may seem timesaving to complete
multiple tasks at one go, but in actual fact, it will cause your brain to have
a slower processing speed. Real bummer. By practising mindfulness, you can
sharpen your memory by paying close attention to one single task at a time.
With a greater concentration power, it will surely speed your brain up!
6. Don’t
skip the physical exercise
Jog your
memory, literally! Jogging and other forms of exercises promote more blood flow
to your brain, enlarging the hippocampus – the brain area involved in verbal
memory and learning. With the increase of blood circulation throughout your
body, this can help strengthen long-term memory and keep you fast on the draw.
What’s more? Physical activities defend against potential memory loss that
comes with ageing. That’s right! Start your workout routine today!
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