how can i improve my memory?

Answer 1

USE IT! Repetition is one key to memory. Also, write things down. Often just the act of writing something down will cement it in your memory. Keep your brain active with things like crossword puzzles, word search, etc. Try to learn something new everyday. The more you make your brain work, the more stuff you will retain. Sometimes you don't realize you are remembering things until you need them. Ginkgo Biloba has been SCIENTIFICALLY proven to aid in memory, and I noticed a DRAMATIC difference within two weeks of taking it. I also put my ex-Husband on it when he was suffering from Traumatic Brain Injury, and even his Neuro Surgeon had to admit (much against his own belief) that the stuff WORKED. The NeuroSurgeon actually directed the Nurses in ICU to make sure the Ginkgo was being taken!! Just make sure to either read up on it (Ginkgo) first, and/or talk to your Doctor. If you have high blood pressure, or blood clotting issues, or you are scheduled for any type of surgery, there may be issues. Otherwise, go for it!

Answer 2

Hello! I have noticed that as I get older, my memory has become worse ( in my 30's). I have begun to take nutritional supplements and have seen some improvement. Also, my brain seems to go into a "fog" if I don't drink enough water!
Of course, reading improves your thinking and memory, so get your brain working with a good book! :)

...what was the question? hee hee

Answer 3

A good method of increasing memory is to kill yourself and hope to be reincarnated as an elephant. Elephants have notoriously good memories. I should know. When I was a child in South Africa in the 1950's I shot a young elephant calf with my father's blast rifle. The mother and father elephant went crazy. I, being young, laughed and ran away.
On a recent trip back to my homeland, a large bull elephant attacked and tried to kill me. After I gunned him down I later learned that he was the father of the young elephant I'd killed many years before. This is an amazing memory as I look nothing like I did when I was a child.
I would definitely try to reincarnate as an elephant if you want a superior memory.

Answer 4

Try the online family fued game. Its all based on memory and memory recall.

Answer 5

Do you constantly misplace your car keys, forget appointments and can’t remember what you were about to say to someone a second earlier? Don’t blame it on a “bad memory” – there’s no such thing. A memory isn’t bad, it’s just not exercised properly. Because there’s no cure for age-related memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease, it’s essential to keep your mind strong. So whether you want to improve your memory now or preserve it for the future, exercise your memory “muscle” with these 3 memory-boosting tips.

The Health Influence
When you take proper care of your overall health, your brain – and your memory – function at their best. Eating healthy by incorporating antioxidant-rich foods like fruits, vegetables and fish into your diet helps protect your brain cells and fights off age-related memory loss. In addition to eating right, getting your eight hours of sleep also has a positive influence on the brain’s ability to focus, so get enough shuteye even if you’re busy. Exercising daily is also good for your brain in a couple of ways:

Exercise increases circulation, which in turn helps your body pump nutrient- and oxygen-rich blood to your brain. Adequate blood flow to the brain is also necessary for nerve cell growth.
Exercise also reduces stress, which otherwise negatively affects your long-term memory because cortisol, the stress hormone, limits the number of cells in the hippocampus, the area of the brain where memory is stored.
Not only is daily exercise effective in reducing those stress levels, it also increases the production of endorphins. These feel good hormones are released when you exercise, and have also been shown to sharpen the memory.

If you’re looking for a natural supplement to help increase your memory, try ginkgo biloba. This herb has been shown to benefit those who suffer from age-related memory loss, as well as Alzheimer’s disease, and has also been shown to increase blood circulation to the brain and sharpen concentration. Phosphatidyl serine, an amino acid, is also known for its ability to improve mental performance and nerve connections to the brain.

Associations
Memory works when brain cells make connections to other brain cells, building synapses, or “contact points.” These connections can be strengthened in a variety of ways, and a great way to reinforce these synapses is to use associations related to your senses like touch, taste as well as emotions.
Think about it. You always forget phone numbers and items on a grocery list, but you can always recall the way your first love smelled or every word of the conversation you had before you said goodbye to a loved one.

If a smell or emotion doesn’t come naturally to a memory, create one on your own. For example, try smelling an onion from your fridge to remind yourself to pick up a new one at the store. If one connection fails, you can always fall back on another connection like a taste or touch. Research has actually shown that arming yourself with a variety of associations protects against memory loss. When you learn something new, try to link this new knowledge with other knowledge you’ve acquired that relates to the new information. Always challenging yourself to learn something new also does wonders for your memory. If you’re prone to losing items like keys around your house, an easy way to save time and frustration is to designate specific spots for each item.

Reduce Brain Clutter
It’s easy to forget the small stuff when you are overwhelmed with task upon task. To improve your memory, make a list. Getting the info out of your brain and onto paper will help ease stress, and the less stress you feel, the more you’ll be able to concentrate. Lists also make your tasks seem that much more tangible.

Memorization Tactics
Try to really understand the material instead of just memorizing it. You’re more likely to remember the information.
Your brain learns better in short cycles, so if you’re trying to memorize information for a test or for a speech, rather than sitting down for hours at a time going over the information in your head, break up the time.
If you’re memorizing a list, continuously mix up the items because people tend to remember only the first and last items.
Use mnemonics such as rhyming and acronyms. Remember ROY G. BIV? He’s an acronym representing the spectrum of visible colors. (Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet.) Acronyms like this can help you relate to important data, and it’ll stay with you for a lifetime.

Answer 6

There is a great site that has some actual games that are to help your memory. I leave it here. There a lot of fun!

http://cognitivelabs.com/game_list2.htm

Answer 7

i know there is a lot of dispute over this but with Alzheimer's in my family im a firm believer of taking omega 3 fatty fish oil and eating lots of fresh fruits and veggies also reading and exercising good luck.