Symptomatic treatment for memory loss
Memory is a psychological process. It is people’s impression of what they have experienced and happened. It is processed and stored in the brain and retrieved when needed. , recall it. Adult memory changes with age. This is a physiological change and a normal aging of memory. In addition, memory is also related to physical health conditions, such as brain tumors, diabetes, alcoholism, hypothyroidism, neurosyphilis and other diseases that can cause memory decline. At the same time, memory also has a very important relationship with mental health. Long-term exposure to social pressure, depression, low self-esteem, anxiety and other psychological states can also cause memory impairment.
Memory decline is not exclusive to the elderly. In general outpatient clinics, we often see many young patients complaining of memory loss problems such as being unable to remember things and forgetting things. The usual way doctors diagnose and treat these patients is to give some nootropic drugs, but because they are not symptomatic, the effect is not good. Memory loss often puts patients into a state of anxiety and tension, and depression is also the cause of patients' inability to concentrate, manifested by decreased concentration. The emergence of these symptoms increasingly aggravates the patient's inferiority complex, but such patients often only complain of memory loss and avoid emotional problems. The problem of memory loss caused by psychological factors is not difficult to solve. The key is to identify the cause and prescribe the right medicine.
Doctors and nutrition experts from the Department of Neurology and Psychology of Beijing Friendship Hospital who are engaged in special research suggest that patients with memory loss should pay attention to the following points in life:
1. Adopt an active and healthy life. way, you should live a regular life.
2. Carry out self-regulation correctly and pay attention to maintaining an optimistic mood and positive attitude. Especially in the face of stressful events in life, you must learn to reduce stress on your own and maintain physical and mental health.
3. Place the items in a relatively fixed location and put them back after use. You can record some important things with a pen to develop good living habits.
4. Patients should pay attention to supplementing their diet with fresh vegetables, fruits, corn, whole wheat, beans, garlic, mushrooms, milk, sardines, lean meat and other foods.
5. You can take a certain amount of ginkgo leaf extract and vitamin E every day.
How to enhance memory?
Memory is the reflection of past experiences in the human brain. It includes three basic processes: memorization, retention, reproduction and recall. Its forms include image memory, conceptual memory, logical memory, emotional memory, motor memory, etc.
The enemy of memory is forgetting. Improving memory actually means trying to avoid and overcome forgetting. As long as you carry out conscious exercises and master the rules and methods of memory during learning activities, you can improve and enhance your memory. Here are ten ways to enhance your memory.
1. Pay attention. When remembering, as long as you concentrate, concentrate, and eliminate distracting thoughts and external interference, the cerebral cortex will leave deep memory traces and make it difficult to forget. If you are distracted and multitasking, your memory efficiency will be greatly reduced.
2. Strong interest. If you are not interested in learning materials and knowledge objects, it will be difficult to remember them no matter how much time you spend.
3. Understand memory. Understanding is the basis of memory. Only what you understand can be remembered firmly and for a long time. It is not easy to remember just by rote memorization. For important learning content, if you can combine understanding and recitation, the memory effect will be better.
4. Over-learning. That is, on the basis of memorizing the learning materials, memorize them several times to achieve the level of memorizing and remembering them by heart. The optimal level of overlearning is 150.
5. Review in time. The speed of forgetting is fast at first and then slows down. Strike while the iron is hot and review and consolidate the knowledge you have just learned in a timely manner is an effective means to strengthen memory traces and prevent forgetting.
6. Remember often. When studying, keep trying to recall, so that memory errors can be corrected, omissions can be made up, and difficult learning content can be remembered more firmly. In your spare time, you can also avoid forgetting by frequently recalling the objects you memorized in the past.
7. Combine reading, thinking, seeing and listening. You can use the functions of language and visual and auditory organs at the same time to strengthen memory and improve memory efficiency, which is much better than silent reading alone.
8. Use a variety of memory methods. Depending on the situation, flexible use of classification memory, characteristic memory, homophonic memory, argumentative memory, associative memory, interesting memory, chart memory, shortened memory and compilation of outlines, note-taking, cards and other memory methods can enhance memory.
9. Master the best memory time. Generally speaking, the best memory times are 9 to 11 am, 3 to 4 pm, and 7 to 10 pm. It is better to use the above time to memorize difficult-to-remember learning materials.
10. Use your brain scientifically. On the basis of ensuring nutrition, active rest, and physical exercise to maintain the brain, scientific use of the brain, preventing excessive fatigue, and maintaining a positive and optimistic mood can greatly improve the work efficiency of the brain. This is the key to improving your memory.
Foods that are good for enhancing memory:
Drinking grape juice regularly can help extend your life. Moderate drinking of wine can have the same effect, but since alcohol can paralyze nerves, grape juice is a better choice. Grape juice contains more antioxidants than any other fruit and vegetable and can improve nervous system transmission. In addition to increasing longevity, grape juice can also improve memory in the short term.
Wild blueberries are rich in antioxidants, which can remove impurities from the body. Test results on mice show that long-term intake of blueberries can accelerate the growth and differentiation of neuronal cells in the hippocampus of the brain, improve memory, prevent the weakening of balance and coordination with age, and reduce the risk of high blood pressure and stroke. Probability of occurrence.
Other memory-enhancing foods
Some brain-strengthening foods are actually common and inexpensive foods. Such as egg yolks, soybeans, lean meat, milk, fish, animal offal (heart, brain, liver, kidney), carrots, cereals, etc. These foods are not only rich in lecithin and easy to digest, but also have a positive effect on the development of children's brain.
1?Milk. Rich in protein, calcium, vitamin B1 and amino acids necessary for the brain. The calcium in milk is most easily absorbed. When you are overactive or have insomnia, a cup of hot milk can help you fall asleep.
2? Eggs. It is called a complete protein model by nutritionists and has a human body absorption rate of 99.7. Normal people need one egg a day to meet their needs. People with memory loss can effectively improve their memory by eating 5 to 6 pieces a day (not suitable for people with high cholesterol). It is beneficial for children to eat eggs appropriately from an early age, which is beneficial to the development of memory; especially egg yolks, which contain nutrients necessary for brain cells such as lecithin and egg calcium, which can enhance brain vitality. .
3? Fish. Provides high-quality protein and calcium to the brain. The fatty acids contained in freshwater fish are mostly unsaturated fatty acids, which can protect cerebral blood vessels and promote brain cell activity.
4? Shellfish. The carbohydrate and fat content are very low, and it is almost pure protein, which can quickly supply a large amount of quinine to the brain. Therefore, it can greatly stimulate brain energy, enhance mood and improve brain function. Eating shellfish as an appetizer is the fastest way to improve your brain power. But shellfish are more likely than fish to accumulate toxins and pollutants in the ocean.
5?MSG. The main ingredient is sodium glutamate, which is the only amino acid involved in brain metabolism. It increases acetylcholine in the brain, promotes intellectual development, maintains and improves brain function, and improves memory.
6? Peanuts. Peanuts and other nuts are rich in lecithin. Regular consumption can improve blood circulation, inhibit platelet aggregation, and prevent cerebral thrombosis. It can delay brain function decline, enhance memory, and delay aging. It is a veritable "immortality fruit."
7? Xiaomi. Contains vitamins B1 and B2 1 to 1 to 5 times higher than rice. Clinical observations have found that eating millet is beneficial to brain health and can prevent aging.
8? Corn. Corn embryos are rich in a variety of unsaturated fatty acids, which can protect cerebral blood vessels and lower blood lipids. The glutamic acid content is high, which can promote brain cell metabolism and has a brain-building effect.
9? Day lily.
Day lily can soothe the nerves and relieve depression, but it should not be eaten raw or fried to avoid poisoning. It is better to eat it dry or cooked.
10? Chili. Vitamin C content ranks first among vegetables, and it is also rich in carotene and vitamins. The capsaicin contained in peppers can stimulate the sense of taste, increase appetite, and promote blood circulation in the brain. The "spicy" taste also stimulates the hormones in the human body that pursue career success, making people energetic and active in thinking. It’s better when eaten raw.
11?Spinach. Rich in vitamins A, C, B1 and B2, it is one of the best suppliers for brain cell metabolism. It also contains a lot of chlorophyll, which also has brain-boosting effects.
12?Orange. Oranges, lemons, mandarins, grapefruits, etc. contain large amounts of vitamins A, B1 and C. They are typical alkaline foods and can eliminate the harm caused by large amounts of acidic foods to the nervous system. Eating an appropriate amount of oranges during the exam can make people energetic.
13? Pineapple. It is rich in vitamin C and trace element manganese, and has low calories. Regular consumption can stimulate body fluids, refresh the mind, and improve memory.
14? Carrot. It can stimulate the exchange of substances in the brain and reduce the stress of back pain.
15? Avocado. Contains a large amount of oleic acid, which is an energy source for short-term memory. Normal people can eat half an avocado every day.
16? Algae. Rich in chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, and protein, it can improve memory and concentration.
17. Cabbage: rich in vitamin B, which can prevent brain fatigue.
18. Soybeans: Contains lecithin and rich protein. Consuming an appropriate amount of soybeans or soy products every day can enhance memory.
19. Fungus: Contains protein, fat, polysaccharides, minerals, vitamins and other nutrients. It is a good brain supplement.
20. Apricots: rich in vitamins A and C, which can effectively improve blood circulation, ensure sufficient blood supply to the brain, and help the brain enhance memory.