Memory and Concentration

Definition

Your memory gives you the ability to store information and events for later recollection. It is the cognitive procedure where your past, or things, people and actions from it are remembered.

Your ability for concentration allows you to focus on one item or thought without being distracted for a particular period of time.

When you experience memory loss you forget things that under normal circumstances you would automatically and easily recall.

Description

Problems can occur at any age, although due to increased fragility and vulnerability in age, the over 40s, and especially the over 60s show more severe symptoms if not prevented or treated by nutritional rebalancing.

Symptoms of alertness, orientation, memory and attention may seem to malfunction or become more difficult to perform with security.

Statistics

• On average 1 out of every 10 people has a serious memory problem
• An estimated 4.5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s disease
• 11-16 million Americans will be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease by 2050
• 43 - 70% of people with MS are affected with various cognitive problems.

Causes

Chemical imbalance in your body, nutritional deficiency through diet and system malfunction, and environmental and food pollutants are the most significant causes of problems with memory and concentration.

As well as a less than optimal diet, medical conditions such as those listed below can produce imbalance and deficiency:

Diagnosis

If you have simple memory loss that happens only once in a while then this is usually nothing to worry about and doesn’t normally require further investigation or treatment.

If memory loss is more severe and progressive however it is wise to investigate why this is happening. In severe cases conditions like Alzheimer's disease must be considered.

To determine if other medical conditions are present or responsible tests may be requested. These may include:

Signs & Symptoms

Basic signs that are more than the occasional normal lapse in concentration is occurring can include any of the following:

• If you have difficulty performing normal everyday tasks
• If you misplace things frequently
• If you find it difficult to hold or follow a conversation without your mind wondering
• If your behaviour changes noticeably, with irritability, tiredness or aggression.
• Dementia signs and symptoms

Treatment

Like most ‘diseases’ the longer treatment is delayed or preventative measures postponed, the harder it is to successfully combat the condition.

Conventional Treatments

Conventional medicine uses prescription drugs to stem the symptoms of memory loss.

Commonly used drugs include:

Natural Treatments

A balanced diet, exercise, mental stimulation and high quality daily nutrition will help you to maintain overall good health and protect yourself against risks of memory and brain malfunction.

A diet high in antioxidant-rich foods and adequate daily exercise have most beneficial effects on your brain and memory and show significant improvements in your reaction times and concentration.

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