Many people are turning to supplements for a safe and easy way to improve their memory and overall brain power.

One of the most trusted supplements on the market today is ginkgo biloba, which has been used for over 5,000 years. Ancient Chinese text describes gingko as a medicine that helps the mind.

Ginkgo biloba contains phytochemicals, which are chemicals found in plants that protect the human body from diseases. Ginkgo dilates the blood vessels in the brain which improves blood flow and increases the oxygen supply. An increased supply of oxygen to the brain allows for better memory, improved concentration, and an overall feeling of well-being. Together with other antioxidants, ginkgo can help protect brain cells against free-radicals.

Ginkgo biloba is widely used and has been a source of discussion as a possible aid for Alzheimer’s disease. In fact, ginkgo is so popular that it is commonly found in nutrition stores and many online retailers.

Recent studies have shown that ginkgo extract advances the development of new nerve cells in parts of the brain that have been affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

As with all supplements, you should always consult your doctor first. It is not advisable to take gingko biloba with blood-thinning medications.

Including these foods in your diet will not only help improve your memory, it will help you combat
certain other types of diseases involved in the aging process.

Fish

Fish are rich in Omega-3 fats, which have been proven to help in the fight against dementia and other such diseases. Fatty fish such as salmon and sardines will give your
memory a much needed boost. Even eating a tuna sandwich once a week can be beneficial.

Dark Greens

Including a cup a day of dark leafy greens in your diet is like giving your memory a vitamin. Vegetable such as collard greens and kale are a great source of vitamins and minerals. Just be sure not to overcook
the greens or you will loose the much needed nutrients.

Onions

Onions have a natural flavonoid called fisetin, which helps improve long-term memory. Red onions are better for you than white and yellow onions. Onions also contain quercetin and anthocynanin, which have been shown to improve concentration. Researchers at Hokkaido Tokai University in Japan confirmed that onions, which are rich in sulphur, could help prevent memory loss and actually stimulate your hippocampus. The hippocampus is an
important component of the brain which belongs to the limbic system and is a major
role player in spatial navigation and long term memory.

Spinach

By eating a half a cup of spinach a day you will not only help prevent memory loss you will also help reverse it. Spinach contains folic acid, which helps with memory loss and Alzeimer’s disease. Spinach is also rich in antioxidants.

Berries

Blueberries and strawberries contain anthocyanins, which not only help your brain function better, but even help against diseases like cancer, diabetes and heart disease. The next time you go to
the grocery store be sure and stop by the produce section and pick yourself up a basket or two of berries. If you can’t eat them all before they go bad, you can always turn them into
slushies or juice.

Honey

At the University of Waikato in Hamilton, New Zealand, research was done on rats which showed that diets which included honey were beneficial in improving memory affected during the aging process. Honey contains antioxidants, which help free radicals from damaging our cells.

Eggplants, Broccoli, Grapes, Cherries, Rosemary, Apples, Milk, Black-Eyed Peas, Kidney Beans, Orange Juice, Baked Potato, Bananas, Vegetable Juice, Wheat Germ, Papaya, Tofu, Water, Asparagus, Citrus Fruits, Red Tomato’s, Seeds, Nuts, Liver, Carrots, Green Tea and Bock Choy are also foods that will help in your fight against memory loss.

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