How to Improve

Memory Power and Concentration  

In my last article, you learn about the possible causes of memory loss and an inability to concentrate. You may be able to rule out many of them. Increased nutrient intake can help address all of the causes. Even aging is a more pleasant process when nutrient intake is optimal.

All nutrients are important, but some are more important than others. The ones listed below have proven to be beneficial for improving brain function. You will see a few herbs listed below, because sometimes they help, too.

• DHA & EPA

Omega 3 fish oil is a source of the essential fatty acids DHA or Docosahexaenoic acid and EPA or Eicosapentaenoic acid. DHA and EPA are necessary for normal brain development and function. Fish oil is the only supplement that provides both DHA and EPA. DHA and EPA rich fish oils have proven to be beneficial for attention deficit disorders and may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

• SAM-e

Lack of concentration solutions may work in different ways. Sam-e works by making the methylation process more efficient. Neuro-transmitters carry and store memories. They must be methylated in order to be activated. Sam-e provides the activation key. It is not always effective, because it is not always properly prepared.

• L-Carnosine

Two of the causes of memory loss mentioned in my last article were aging and Alzheimer’s disease. One of the causes of cellular aging throughout the body is glycation. Advanced glycation end-products are a cause of Alzheimer’s. L-carnosine helps prevent glycation and the formation of advanced glycation end products. None of the other lack of concentration solutions can do that.

• Gingko Biloba

Gingko biloba is commonly recommended to prevent memory loss and improve the brain’s ability to store new memories. It is also one of the lack of concentration solutions. It has proven to be useful in attention deficit disorders. It works by improving circulation in the tiny capillaries of the brain.

• Milk Thistle Extract

Milk thistle extract is the only one of the lack of concentration solutions that addresses a specific cause. That cause is exposure to toxins. Milk thistle can help repair damage done to the liver by drugs and other toxins. As liver function improves, the body’s ability to rid itself of toxins improves. So, if taken on a regular basis, milk thistle extract may help prevent memory loss and improve overall brain function.

• A Good Supplement Regimen

There is no silver bullet for restoring or improving brain function. While all of the natural products mentioned above may be described as lack of concentration solutions, a combination of nutrients is needed to protect and repair damage to brain cells and neurons.

In order for the body to produce necessary neuro transmitters, a variety of nutrients are needed. So, while the herbs mentioned above may seem to be magic pills in some company advertisements, alone, they will not provide the benefits you seek.

The real solution for memory loss and inability to concentrate is a good supplement regimen. A strong nutritional foundation, combined with beneficial herbs is the answer. Alzheimer’s – What May Help?

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