As we get older (yes we ALL do so stop the denials) probably one of the most important thing to hang on to besides our health is our memories. In this Forbes article they list the things that can affect our memories, particularly in our later years.
What things do you do to stave off memory loss? I heard of certain vitamins and minerals are supposedly very good for helping the brain retain those memories. Are there mental exercises you do to help? Or do you just naturally have a "my-life" encyclopedia in your head?
My own memory is still pretty good. I can remember certain conversations in detail from several years ago, I can (if I pay attention) remember a movie line for line (and it gets better after repeated viewings--natch). I'm sure I can remember techniques taught to me by my earliest MA-instructors as well.Surprising Things That Affect Memory
Allison Van Dusen, 08.04.08, 4:00 PM ET
Maintaining mental acuity is a major concern for aging Americans--they want to make the most of their golden years rather than have to struggle through them. In fact, adults are more than twice as likely to fear losing their mental capacity as their physical capacity, according to a 2006 poll by Research!America, a nonprofit public education and advocacy alliance.
While many know the basics when it comes to keeping their minds sharp (stick with those crosswords), a crop of new research is showing that lifestyle choices may play an even bigger role than people realize, particularly in terms of memory. Factors--some positive, some negative--range from diet to unlikely medications and hormonal changes.
More here (beware of pop-ups) http://www.forbes.com/2008/08/04/ag...life-cx_avd_0804health.html?partner=yahoobuzz
And in short (read: pictures) : http://www.forbes.com/2008/08/04/ag...x_avd_0804health_slide_2.html?thisSpeed=20000
What things do you do to stave off memory loss? I heard of certain vitamins and minerals are supposedly very good for helping the brain retain those memories. Are there mental exercises you do to help? Or do you just naturally have a "my-life" encyclopedia in your head?