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Suggest Remedies For Memory Issues At The Age Of 81
I am 81 yrs old in reasonable health. Recently moved across the country and had to leave a place I had lived for 11 yrs. When I moved here (at the urging of family) I suddenly seemed not able to remember things. I am active, walk a lot and interact with friends often. How can I feel myself again without all the worries and forgetfulness?
Tue, 20 Dec 2016
Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic. Thank you for your question.
First of all moving to a new place does take time for all of us in general to get used to the names and directions. So dont push yourself too much. Give yourself plenty of time.
For maintaing your brainpower and to help prevent memory loss, what matters most is what you do with your mind.
The key to a clear-headed old age is physical activity, good nutrition, mental challenges, and social connections.
Physical activity helps prevent loss of gray matter and promotes the growth of neurons that process thoughts and shuttle memories. Walking for 15 minutes every day is good; 30 minutes six days a week is even better.
Lean protein (not fried), fiber, 100% whole grains, and dark greens, such as broccoli. Add docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega-3s, turmeric, caffeine.
Don’t smoke, eat well, and be active and exercise your brain just like your body through reading, crossword puzzles, games like Sudoku and whatever is a challenge for you slowly and steadily.
I hope this answered your query.
With best regards,
Dr. K
Welcome to healthcare magic. Thank you for your question.
First of all moving to a new place does take time for all of us in general to get used to the names and directions. So dont push yourself too much. Give yourself plenty of time.
For maintaing your brainpower and to help prevent memory loss, what matters most is what you do with your mind.
The key to a clear-headed old age is physical activity, good nutrition, mental challenges, and social connections.
Physical activity helps prevent loss of gray matter and promotes the growth of neurons that process thoughts and shuttle memories. Walking for 15 minutes every day is good; 30 minutes six days a week is even better.
Lean protein (not fried), fiber, 100% whole grains, and dark greens, such as broccoli. Add docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) omega-3s, turmeric, caffeine.
Don’t smoke, eat well, and be active and exercise your brain just like your body through reading, crossword puzzles, games like Sudoku and whatever is a challenge for you slowly and steadily.
I hope this answered your query.
With best regards,
Dr. K
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