How to Clear Brain Fog and Boost Memory - 3 Tips for Improving Memory

There is nothing more frustrating than trying to remember something and not being able to. You can feel the information right there on the tip of your tongue but it just won't come to mind. Commonly called senior moments, memory hiccups are often associated with those advanced in age but can happen to anyone at any time.

They usually aren't anything to be worried about. However, if you find you having them more often than not or just have a poor memory that you would like to improve - then use these tips to strengthen your memory for better thought recall:

1. Use a Mnemonic Device - This is a learning aid that assists memory recall by associating new information with other easy to remember items. For example, you may remember someone's name by associating it with the state they were born in. The more meaningful the association, the more apt you are to recall the needed information. So to remember Todd from accounting, you may associate his name and face with the unusual tie he was wearing. Needless to say, the associations should have some meaning for you otherwise the new information won't stick and you'll still be unable to recall memories.

2. Be Actively Involved - Many memory experts think that failure to recall information is not a problem of memory hiccups but one of not paying attention. Paying closer attention to what is going on around you will heighten your awareness of them and cause your mind to take particular care when logging that new information into your head to form a lasting impression. Additionally, the more active you are, the more associations you will make between the events happening around you which will make recall at a later date a lot easier.

3. Maintain a Healthy Brain - A healthy brain functions a lot better and will store and recall information much easier. There are several things you can do to improve the health of your brain. Eat a healthy diet. Stay away from excess sugar, alcohol, and other chemicals that actually deteriorate brain functions. Get plenty of exercise and take a supplement such as omega 3. Omega 3 fatty acids gives the brain the nutrients it needs to maintain and enhance the transfer of information between cells which will improve your memory among other brain functions.

Strengthening your memory will take some effort. However, with awareness, practice and conscious effort, you'll reach a point where you'll be able to boast that you have a memory like an elephant.

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