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DESCRIPTION
Memory is as natural to us as breathing. It is an ability we all have, yet rarely ever think of - unless we perceive that we are losing that ability. Aging is an inevitable process, and as we grow older, most people become somewhat forgetful, and more absent-minded. Memory lapses are an annoyance in themselves, but worse is the anxiety that often comes along with them. Some deterioration of cognitive functioning, including memory health, is considered to be a normal part of aging and can begin from as young as the mid-30s.
The degree to which this happens, however, is greatly affected by genetic composition, stress, and other health-related factors such as diet, exercise, and lifestyle. As we age, the brain may find it more difficult to make connections along its neural pathways. This is often part of the natural aging process which affects everyone to a greater or lesser extent. Information is misplaced as it is processed through the brain. As years pass, it is vital that we maintain a healthy nervous system to help bring about optimal brain function.
We begin asking ourselves if our memory lapses are a symptom of some other problem, such as midlife depression or arteriosclerosis. Probably the greatest fear provoked by lapses in memory is that of Alzheimer's disease, a progressive and debilitating disease that usually starts in midlife with minor defects in memory and behavior. Although this is a fairly common disorder among older people, it is important to realize that most memory lapses have nothing to do with Alzheimer's disease.
TYPES OF MEMORY LOSS
Dementia A condition of declining mental abilities, especially memory. Vascular Demential loss of brain function due to a series of small strokes. Alzheimer's Disease The type of dementia known as Alzheimer's disease was first described in 1907 by Alois Alzheimer. Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) A general term most commonly used to describe a subtle but measurable memory disorder.
CAUSES OF MEMORY LOSS
Information is stored in different parts of your memory. Information stored in the short-term memory may include the name of a person you met moments ago. Information stored in the recent memory may include what you ate for breakfast. Information stored in the remote memory (called long-term memory) includes things that you stored in your memory years ago, such as memories of childhood.
When you are in your 20s, you begin to lose brain cells a few at a time. Your body also starts to make less of the chemicals your brain cells need to work. The older you are, the more these changes can affect your memory. Aging may affect memory by changing the way the brain stores information and by making it harder to recall stored information. Your short-term and remote memories are not usually affected by aging. But your recent memory may be affected. For example, you may forget names of people you have met recently. These are normal changes.
It is generally believed that advancing age brings an increasing likelihood of developing memory loss. Some mild memory problems can occur in normal older adults, but sometimes memory problems can be a sign of temporary confusion, called delirium, or more persistent memory loss, called dementia. It is difficult to predict whether a person who has mild problems with memory will go on to develop more severe memory loss, because dementia becomes more common as people age.
Problems with memory can have many causes, including medication side effects, strokes, head injury, infections, depression, thyroid disease and vitamin B-12 deficiency, so it is important to be aware of problems with memory and identify the causes that can be treated or prevented. Often caregivers are the first to notice that a family member is having problems with memory.
AGE ASSOCIATED MEMORY IMPAIRMENT
The mildest form of this malady is called Age-Associated Memory Impairment (AAMI). AAMI is characterized by one's perception of his or her own memory loss. An estimated 40 percent of Americans over the age of 65 experience AAMI. However, not all memory loss is attributable to aging. Occasional memory lapses, such as misplacing the car keys or forgetting something at the grocery store, are a natural part of life at virtually any age, and are not likely to precede serious memory loss. In fact, with proper diet, nutrition, and memory use (exercising the brain cells), the memory should remain sharp and active well into one's 90s or beyond.
INSUFFICIENT NUTRIENTS
One reason many people suffer from memory loss is an insufficient supply of necessary nutrients (especially the B vitamins and amino acids) to the brain. The life of the body is in the blood. It literally feeds and nourishes every cell within our bodies. The brain is surrounded by a protective envelope known as the blood-brain barrier, which allows only certain substances to pass from the bloodstream into the brain. If the blood is "thick" with cholesterol and triglycerides, the amount of nutrient-rich blood that can pass through the blood-brain barrier decreases. Over time, this can result in the brain becoming malnourished.
INSUFFICIENT OXYGEN
Sustaining an adequate oxygen-rich flow of blood to the brain, as well as a steady supply of nutrients to all brain cells, are important factors that determine our brain's efficiency in performing its vital tasks. This preempts cognitive issues such as memory loss and muddled thinking.
INSUFFICIENT NEUROTRANSMITTERS
In addition, the functioning of the brain depends upon substance called neurotransmitters. Neurotransmitters are brain chemicals that act as electrical switches in the brain and, through the functioning of the nervous system, are ultimately responsible for all the functions of the body. If the brain does not have an adequate supply of neurotransmitters, or the nutrients from which to make them, it begins to develop the biochemical equivalent of a power failure or a short circuit. If your mind goes blank when you are trying to recall a specific fact or piece of information, or it begins to plug into some other, irrelevant memory instead, it is likely that such a "short circuit" has occurred.
FREE RADICAL EXPOSURE There are numerous other factors involved in the deterioration of memory. One of the most important is probably exposure to free radicals, which can wreak enormous damage to the memory if unchecked.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE
Alcoholics and drug addicts often suffer a great deal from memory loss. Alcoholics are notorious for "blackouts" - huge memory gaps that occur even though they are conscious.
CONTRIBUTING ILLNESSES
Allergies, candidiasis, stress, thyroid disorders, and poor circulation to the brain may also be contributing factors. Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) can play a role in memory loss as well, because to function properly, the brain requires that the level of glucose in the blood fall within a very specific narrow range. Wide swings in blood sugar levels affect brain function and memory.
SLEEP APNEA
The part of the brain that stores memory appears to shrink in people with sleep apnea, adding further evidence that the sleep and breathing disorder is a serious health threat. The findings, from brain scan studies conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles, show for the first time that sleep apnea is associated with tissue loss in brain regions that store memory. And while the thinking and focus problems of sleep apnea patients often are attributed to sleep deprivation, the scans show something far more insidious is occurring.
"Our findings demonstrate that impaired breathing during sleep can lead to a serious brain injury that disrupts memory and thinking," said principal investigator Ronald Harper, Professor of Neurobiology at the David Geffen School of Medicine at U.C.L.A. The data appear in the June 27 issue of the journal Neuroscience Letters.
Sleep apnea occurs when the muscles in the throat, soft palate and tongue relax during sleep. They sag and narrow the airway and the tongue slides to the back of the mouth, blocking the windpipe and cutting off oxygen to the lungs. The sleeper gasps for air, wakes up briefly and falls back to sleep in a cycle that repeats itself hundreds of times per night. The result is loud snoring and chronic daytime fatigue. The disorder also is linked to a higher risk of stroke, heart disease and diabetes. An estimated 20 million Americans have sleep apnea. The study focused on structures on the underside of the brain called mammillary bodies, so named because they resemble small breasts. The researchers used magnetic resonance imaging to scan the brains of 43 sleep apnea patients. Compared to images of 66 control subjects, the brains of the sleep apnea patients had mammillary bodies that were nearly 20 percent smaller, particularly on the left side. The structures also are known to shrink in patients who have other forms of memory loss related to alcoholism or Alzheimer's disease.
The researchers do not know why the sleep disorder affects brain tissue but theorize that it's related to repeated drops in oxygen. During an apnea episode, the brain's blood vessels constrict, starving its tissue of oxygen and causing cells to die. The inflammatory process, also linked with heart disease and stroke, further damages the tissue. "The reduced size of the mammillary bodies suggests that they have suffered a harmful event resulting in sizable cell loss," Dr. Harper said. "The fact that patients" memory problems continue despite treatment for their sleep disorder implies a long-lasting brain injury." The data show the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea. Unfortunately, the most effective treatment is a continuous positive airway pressure, or CPAP, machine that many patients find unwieldy and uncomfortable. In a future study, the U.C.L.A. researchers will explore whether vitamin B-1 supplements might help restore memory in sleep apnea patients by moving glucose into cells and preventing cell death.
ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Alzheimer's disease starts by changing the recent memory. At first, a person with Alzheimer's disease will remember even small details of his or her distant past but not be able to remember recent events or conversations. Over time, the disease affects all parts of the memory.
MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Alzheimer's Disease
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
A memory problem is serious when it affects your daily living. If you sometimes forget names, you are probably okay. But you may have a more serious problem if you have trouble remembering how to do things you have done many times before, getting to a place you have been to often, or doing things that use steps, like following a recipe.
Another difference between normal memory problems and dementia is that normal memory loss does not get much worse over time. Dementia gets much worse over several months to several years. It may be hard to figure out on your own if you have a serious problem. Talk to your family health care provider about any concerns you have. Your health care provider may be able to help you if your memory problems are caused by a medicine you are taking or by depression.
Memory problems that are NOT part of normal aging:
- Forgetting things much more often than you used to.
- Forgetting how to do things you have done many times before.
- Trouble learning new things.
- Repeating phrases or stories in the same conversation.
- Trouble making choices or handling money.
- Not being able to keep track of what happens each day.
RISK FACTORS FOR MEMORY LOSS & COGNITIVE DECLINE
Hypertension. A large, preliminary study in 1998 found associations between hypertension and deterioration in mental function.
Diabetes. Diabetes is associated with lower levels of cognitive function and greater cognitive decline among older women.
Low Serum Folate. Low serum folate was strongly associated with atrophy of the cerebral cortex.
Vitamin B-12 Deficiency. An important manifestation of B-12 deficiency is cognitive impairment.
Hyperhomocysteinemia is related to poor recall and this association was partially independent of folate status.
Other Nutrient Deficiencies that can lead to dementia.
- A lack of thiamine is known to produce Wernicke's encephalopathy. Such a patient presents with malnutrition, confusion, ataxia, and diplopia.
- A severe lack of vitamin B-12, folic acid or omega-3 fatty acids may cause, among other things, dementia due to damage to cerebral myelinated fibers.
- Deficiency of nicotinic acid (pellagra) and pyridoxine may cause spastic paraparesis, peripheral neuropathy, fatigue, irritability, and dementia. This syndrome has been seen in prisoner-of-war camps.
Toxicities known to produce dementias include narcotic poisoning, heavy metal intoxication, dialysis dementia (aluminum), and other organic toxins.
Hypothyroidism.
Menopause. A fairly common symptom of menopause is decreased memory and concentration.
Candida Infection. A yeast infection of the gastrointestinal tract can lead to symptoms of spaciness and difficulty concentration.
Alzheimer's Disease. See the following link, which addresses many underlying causes of Alzheimer's, a common cause of dementia and cognitive decline.
PREVENTION & MANAGEMENT
THINGS TO HELP YOU REMEMBER
- Keep lists.
- Follow a routine.
- Make associations (connect things in your mind), such as using landmarks to help you find places.
- Keep a detailed calendar.
- Put important items, such as your keys, in the same place every time.
- Repeat names when you meet new people.
- Do things that keep your mind and body busy.
- Run through the ABC's in your head to help you think of words you are having trouble remembering. "Hearing" the first letter of a word may jog your memory.
LIFESTYLE FOR IMPROVING MEMORY & CONCENTRATION
Exercise. Exercise has beneficial effects on and cognitive functioning and well-being in older people. Exercisers show significant improvements in reaction time, memory span, and measures of well-being when compared with non-exercisers. Going for walks may be enough to modify the usual age-related decline in reaction time. Women with higher levels of physical activity were less likely to develop cognitive decline. For every one mile walked per week, a woman can reduce her risk of significant loss of mental function by 13 percent.
Linguistic Ability. Low linguistic ability in early life was a strong predictor of poor cognitive function and Alzheimer's disease in late life.
See Diet & Nutrition below for more information about diets, nutrition and nutritional supplements to help with memory loss.
DIAGNOSIS
If you have trouble with your memory, you should discuss the problem with your health care provider. Tell the health care provider the specific problems, when they occur, any recent changes in your home environment, and all the medicines you are taking, including non-prescription and herbal or "natural" remedies; also let him or her know if you drink alcohol. Tell your health care provider about when the problems first started, and whether the problems have been the same, worse, or better over time. Any fever, chills, pain, weight loss or gain, or recent changes in other medical conditions should be discussed with your health care provider. Any problems with depressed mood should be discussed, including problems with your appetite or sleep disturbances. Be sure to tell your health care provider if you have had any falls or blackout spells or if you are no longer able to care for yourself or socialize or do errands like you have in the past.
After discussing these issues and performing a physical examination, your health care provider may perform a screening memory test that includes basic questions regarding memory. The result of the screening test may be normal, borderline, or abnormal. If the memory test is normal or low-normal, the health care provider may suggest that you keep track of any memory problems over the next few months and repeat the test after six months or so. Or the health care provider may suggest another type of memory testing called neuropsychological testing. This type of testing is similar to the memory screen but includes many more questions and tasks. The purpose of this test is to find out if the problems with memory are not severe enough to show up on the screening test, but are apparent in the more in-depth test. If the neuropsychological testing is normal, then the problems with memory are likely the very mild memory problems that may occur with aging. If the test is borderline, the results can help your health care provider decide if additional testing might be important to look for a cause of memory loss.
If the memory test is abnormal, your health care provider will talk with the person and caregiver, if involved, about evaluating possible causes of memory loss. Longer-term memory loss may be caused by a number of conditions including Alzheimer's Disease and vascular disease in the brain (small strokes in the brain), and less commonly, by thyroid disease, a low vitamin B-12 level, or inadequately treated syphilis. In addition to the history of the memory problems and the physical examination, blood tests, and sometimes imaging studies of the brain, such as CT (computerized tomographic) or MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) are necessary to detect most of these illnesses.
If no other explanation for the memory loss is found, the most common cause for memory loss is Alzheimer's Disease. With the tests currently available, the only way to know for certain that a person has Alzheimer's Disease is by taking a small sample of the brain, called a biopsy. This test is very rarely done, so Alzheimer's Disease can only be presumed in most people. Researchers are trying to develop new tests to diagnose Alzheimer's Disease, but so far no tests are reliable enough to use for diagnosis.
If Alzheimer's Disease is the most likely diagnosis, you and your family members may benefit from information provided by organizations about what to expect with Alzheimer's Disease and about the support services that are available. No treatments that we know of will cure Alzheimer's Disease. One treatment may help some of the symptoms of memory loss, but the drugs, called acetylcholinesterase inhibitors (tacrine [Cognex], donepezil, [Aricept]) have common side effects of nausea and diarrhea, and one drug, tacrine can cause reversible liver damage. These drugs can improve memory equal to about four to six months of memory decline, but memory will nonetheless continue to decline after the drug is started, and if the drug is stopped, the memory loss will become as severe as if the drug had never been started.
Many researchers are studying ways to detect, treat and prevent Alzheimer's Disease. If you would like to participate in a study of Alzheimer's Disease, or would like more information, you can contact the Alzheimer's Association, the Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center at the National Institute on Aging, or speak with your health care provider about researchers in your area.
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
For information regarding dementia or delirium, you can ask your health care provider, or refer to The American Geriatrics Society's Complete Guide to Aging & Health. (To obtain a copy, check your local library, or call 800-677-9944, for a 35% discount through the AGS.) Their website is www.americangeriatrics.org.
The Alzheimer's Association can be reached at 800-272-3900, or, if you have access to the Internet, contact them on the World Wide Web at www.alz.org.
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center can be contacted at 800-438-4380; or by email at: adear@alzheimers.org
HOLISTIC & NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
CONSIDERATIONS
Human growth hormone (HGH) has been shown to improve brain function.
Herbal Remedies: Human Growth Hormone / HGH Information & Products
Herbal Remedies: Renewal HGH Information & Products
Some medications may have an adverse effect on memory, including beta-blockers, benzodiazepines (prescribed for anxiety), some painkillers and antihistamines, and anticholinergics (prescribed for incontinence or depression). Consult with your health care provider about medications you are using and potential options available to you if you are having drug-related memory problems.
Occasional memory loss or forgetfulness is common. However, if you begin to notice certain memory-related problems happening, such as forgetting things much more often than you did before, forgetting how to do something that was commonplace to you before, getting lost in familiar surroundings, or repeating the same conversation over and over again to the same person, there may be cause for concern.
The keys to having a good memory are in attitude and approach. As we age, our attitudes change. Our ability to remember isn't affected as much as we think. It is the change in our motivation to remember things that is probably the larger factor.
According to a study conducted at the University of Toronto, Canada, potatoes, pasta, and bread boost memory. The natural sugars found in these foods apparently enhance the brain's ability to store memories.
DIETARY & LIFESTYLE RECOMMENDATIONS
OVERVIEW
To maintain good health and address normal age-related forgetfulness and absentmindedness, it is important to eat sufficient amounts of fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grain foods. It is also beneficial to get sufficient fresh air and sunshine, as well as exercise on a regular basis. Also avoid smoking, excessive alcohol intake, and other drugs.
Natural memory tonics have been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years to support the healthy functioning of the brain and nervous system, helping to maintain normal and efficient concentration and memory functioning. In more recent times, research has confirmed this traditional wisdom.
DIET & NUTRITION FOR IMPROVING MEMORY & CONCENTRATION
A health diet is important. A healthy diet is associated with better cognitive performance in the elderly. Eat a diet high in raw foods. A diet high in fruits, vegetables, and fiber was found to be associated with less age-related brain-function impairment. The greatest benefit was found to be associated with high fiber consumption. Consume the following often: Brewer's Yeast, brown rice, farm eggs, fish, legumes, millet, nuts, soybeans, tofu, wheat germ, and whole grains.
High intake of monounsaturated fatty acids (e.g., olive oil) has been associated with protection against age-related cognitive decline.
Diets high in antioxidant-rich foods, such as spinach and strawberries (and most other fruits and vegetables), may be beneficial in slowing age-related cognitive decline. Eating more blueberries and spinach and other foods containing flavonoids high in antioxidants may aid in memory retention, according to some researchers.
Combine complex carbohydrates with foods containing 10 percent protein and 10 percent essential fats.
Make sure you are getting the correct amounts of amino acids, antioxidants, B vitamins, choline, coenzyme Q-10, and pregnenolone, either from the diet or through supplementation.
Avoid dairy and wheat products (except for wheat germ) for one month. If there is no memory improvement, slowly add these foods back into your diet.
Avoid refined sugars. These types of sugars "turn off" the brain.
IMPORTANT NUTRIENTS FOR BRAIN FUNCTION
Vitamin C is an antioxidant that reduces free radical damage in the body. Several studies with elderly subjects indicate that individuals who ingest higher amounts of vitamin C have better cognitive function and memory performance, which suggests that vitamin C may protect against cognitive decline.
Vitamin E is another antioxidant nutrient that reportedly protects against subsequent development of dementia and poor cognitive functioning, probably due to its protection against free radical damage to the blood vessel system in the brain. Antioxidant effects of Vitamin E are effective in slowing age-related cognitive decline. The amount of vitamin E in the blood is associated with memory performance. A study of patients with moderately advanced Alzheimer's disease indicated that vitamin E may slow functional deterioration (functional abilities last longer).
Among people aged 65 and older, higher beta carotene levels in the blood have been associated with better memory performance.
Several studies suggest that acetyl-L-carnitine delays onset of age-related cognitive decline and improves overall cognitive function in the elderly. ALC protects against brain degeneration, helps with energy production in mitochondria of cells, and removes toxins from the mitochondria. In one study, acetyl-L-carnitine was given to elderly people with mild cognitive impairment. After 45 days, significant improvements in cognitive function (especially memory) were observed. Another large trial of acetyl-L-carnitine for mild cognitive impairment in the elderly found that supplementation significantly improved memory, mood, and responses to stress. The favorable effects persisted at least 30 days after treatment was discontinued.
Phosphatidyl Serine (PS) is the most abundant phospholipid in the brain, and it plays critical roles in maintaining both the structure and functionality brain cells. PS encourages the regrowth of damaged nerve networks. Low levels of phosphatidyl serine in the brain are associated with impaired mental function and depression in the elderly. Supplementation with PS consistently benefits memory, learning, concentration, word choice, and other measurable cognition parameters, as well as mood and the capacity to cope with stress. Numerous studies have documented phosphatidyl serine's ability to improve memory, learning, concentration, word recall, and mood in middle-aged and elderly subjects with dementia or age-related cognitive decline.
Vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine) deficiency is common among people over age 65. A study of healthy men, aged 70 to 79 years, showed that supplementation with pyridoxine for 3 months improved memory performance, especially long-term memory.
Vitamin B-12 supplementation may improve cognitive function in elderly people who have been diagnosed with a B-12 deficiency. Cognitive impairment is an important manifestation of vitamin B-12 deficiency. Cognitive decline due to low levels of vitamin B-12 is a greater problem in elderly individuals since cobalamin deficiency increases with advancing age. Supplementation with vitamin B-12 showed improvements in cognitive function among elderly people with vitamin B-12 deficiency and cognitive decline, even in people without obvious signs of B-12 deficiency.
Nicotinic Acid supplementation results in improvement of sensory register and short-term memory, and long-term memory.
Melatonin is a hormone secreted by the pineal gland in the brain. Melatonin is partially responsible for regulating sleep-wake cycles. Cognitive function is linked to adequate sleep and normal sleep-wake cycles. Melatonin supplementation benefits cognitive function, possibly due to its ability to prevent sleep disruptions. A study of elderly patients with mild cognitive impairment showed that melatonin significantly improved sleep, mood, and memory.
Short-term testosterone supplementation improved cognitive function in healthy older men.
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) is an omega-3 fatty acid that is essential for proper growth and functional development of the brain in infants, and DHA is also required for maintenance of normal brain function in adults. Adequate levels of DHA in the diet improves learning ability, whereas deficiencies of DHA are associated with deficits in learning. Also, in adults, decreases in DHA in the brain are associated with cognitive decline during aging.
If you are already taking a multi-vitamin and mineral supplement, you may wish to try Cognitex from Prolongevity or Fuel For Thought from Nature's Plus.
Bee pollen may also be helpful. Caution: Bee pollen may cause an allergic reaction in some people. Start with a very small amount. Discontinue use if a rash, wheezing, discomfort or other symptoms appear. If you have known allergies to pollen, avoid it completely unless taken under the close supervision of a health care provider or allergist.
For more about Nutritional Supplements and doses, see further down on this page.
LIFESTYLE & OTHER FACTORS
Use the following tips to help minimize age-related memory loss:
- Eat a healthy brain diet (see above and Nutrients further down on this page).
- Limit sugar intake.
- Avoid excessive use of alcohol.
- Reduce Stress.
- Keep active mentally.
- Get regular physical exercise.
- Get plenty of sleep.
- Avoid tobacco.
Practice holding your breath for 30 seconds every hour for 30 days. This exercise improves mental alertness.
Consider having a hair analysis done to rule out intoxication by metals such as aluminum and lead. Either of these conditions can lead to impaired mental functioning.
Make sure to focus on things that you may wish to remember, and be sure to give them meaning. Often, we blame our inability to recall something on a failing memory when the problem is that we did not really pay attention in the first place.
Keep yourself mentally active by using your brain on a daily basis. Pursue brain exercising activities such as reading, doing crossword and other types of puzzles, surfing the internet, or playing a mentally challenging game. Research has shown that the more you put your memory to use, the more vital it will be.
Keep yourself physically active (but do not overdo it). This increases blood flow to the brain. One study of older women indicated that those who engaged in moderate exercise, such as walking at least 6 hours per week, had a 20 percent decrease in risk of cognitive impairment as compared with those who were inactive. They also demonstrated cognitive functioning of someone 3 years younger, on average, than their actual age. Exercise reduces stress and elevates mood by releasing endorphins in the brain that make you feel good, which also has a positive effect on your immune system. In addition, T-lymphocyte production is stimulated by exercise. Walking is a good form of exercise. Taking Tai Chi or Yoga provides exercise, stretching, and movement as well as focusing and calming techniques for the mind and spirit.
Be sure to get the proper amount of rest to avoid fatigue, which can have a direct effect on the ability to focus. As much as possible, avoid stress and stressful situations.
Reduce stress levels in your life. Consider learning and using stress reduction techniques, such as meditation, visualization, and relaxation. This will not only benefit memory, but it will also help blood pressure problems and maintaining a healthy immune system.
Maintain a positive state of mind and a positive outlook on life. Laughter is good for the immune system. Optimistic people have healthier bodies and minds and have a longer and healthier life as compared to people who are persistently pessimistic about life in general. Learn to let your problems go. Worry is related to stress and it actually never solves a problem. Learn meditation, relaxation and visualization techniques. If you need counseling, seek it out. If you need support to help you through a particular situation, discuss it with your health care provider or find sources online or in your community. Be happy. If you are not happy with something in your life, take active measures to change it.
HERBAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MEMORY
Brahmi, also known as Bacopa Monnieri, is an Ayurvedic herb related to Gotu Kola, increases circulation in the brain and has been found to improve both short- and long-term memory. May improve higher order cognitive processes such as learning and memory.
Herbal Remedies: Brahmi Leaf Powder (Centella Asiatica), Banyan Botanicals, 1/2 lb.
Herbal Remedies: Night-Time Stress Formula, Stress Management, TheraVeda Nisha, 60 VCaps
Garlic has been found to possess memory-enhancing properties.
Herbal Remedies: Garlic Information
Herbal Remedies: Garlic Supplements & Products
Ginkgo Biloba is an extremely effective herb used in traditional Chinese medicine and is derived from one of the oldest trees on earth. Ginkgo biloba is native to the Far East and has been grown in temple gardens for thousands of years. The efficacy of standardized extracts of Ginkgo biloba in the treatment of early-stage age-related mental decline is well established. Ginkgo Biloba extract is safe and capable of stabilizing and, in a substantial number of cases, improving the cognitive performance and the social functioning of patients with dementia. Most but not all studies have found ginkgo supplementation to be a safe and effective treatment for age related cognitive decline. Ginkgo biloba has been attracting attention from researchers because of its ability to increase blood flow to the brain and central nervous system, thereby enhancing memory and brain function. For memory enhancement, take capsules as directed on the product label or place 6 drops of an alcohol-free extract under your tongue and hold it there for a few minutes, then swallow. Do this twice daily.
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgo Biloba Information
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgo Biloba Supplements & Products
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) has a reputation for supporting memory health. Rosemary is well-known in modern herbalism as an all-around tonic and energizer. Studies have also suggested that Rosemary can help to maintain healthy cerebral blood flow. In addition, recent laboratory analysis has found that Rosemary contains acetyl-cholinesterase inhibitors, chemicals that prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine in the brain. Acetylcholine is a brain chemical that is involved in memory functioning. A recently published research paper investigates the ability of carnosic acid (that occurs in rosemary) to help protect the brain from free radical damage. Carnosic acid is able to cross the blood-brain barrier and does not have any undesirable effects on normal brain cells and is only activated in the presence of free radical damage. Carnosic acid has properties that make it a vital neuroprotective agent and it is known to support healthy blood flow to the brain. Furthermore, Carnosic acid helps to maintain the body's production of the antioxidant, glutathione. Glutathione is one of the most important antioxidants that help to support the brain against free radical damage.
Herbal Remedies: Rosemary Information
Herbal Remedies: Rosemary Supplements & Products
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is the Latin name for sage, which means "to heal". Sage leaf is an approved herb by the German Commission E for internal and external use. A recent study indicated the efficacy of Salvia officinalis extract in supporting brain and memory health in senior adults. Do not use sage supplements during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Sage is known for drying up breastmilk.
Herbal Remedies: Sage Information
Herbal Remedies: Sage Supplements & Products
Other herbs that are helpful for memory include Anise, Blue Cohosh, Ginseng, and Gotu Kola. Caution: Do not take ginseng if you have high blood pressure.
Herbal Remedies: Anise Supplements & Products
Herbal Remedies: Blue Cohosh Information
Herbal Remedies: Blue Cohosh Supplements & Products
Herbal Remedies: Ginseng Information
Herbal Remedies: Ginseng Supplements & Products
Herbal Remedies: Gotu Kola Information
Herbal Remedies: Gotu Kola Supplements & Products
Huperzine A, from the Chinese medicinal herb Huperzia serrata, has been found to improve cognitive function in elderly people with memory disorders. It acts as an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (a class of drugs used to treat Alzheimer's Disease), possibly more effectively than tacrine (a drug used to treat Alzheimer's Disease). Supplementation results in improvements in memory, cognitive function, and behavioral factors in 58 percent of Alzheimer's patients with no significant side effects.
Herbal Remedies: Brain Elevate Formula With Huperzine A, Ginkgo, Phosphatidyl Serine & Rose Ox, NOW Foods, 60 VCaps
Herbal Remedies: Irwin Naturals, Advanced Ginkgo Smart, 90 Gelcaps
Vinpocetine, derived from the herb lesser periwinkle (Vinca minor). Vinpocetine enhances brain circulation and oxygen utilization, and protects the brain from degeneration, and lack of oxygen. It is probably most beneficial for use in patients with vascular insufficiencies in the brain. Vinpocetine is known to dilate blood vessels (which increases blood flow) and improve function in stroke patients, as well as in healthy subjects.
Herbal Remedies: Vinpocetine, Source Naturals, 10 Gram, 120 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Periwinkle (Vinpocetine) Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Irwin Naturals, Advanced Ginkgo Smart, 90 Gelcaps
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
The following nutrients are important for healing once appropriate local treatment has been administered. Unless otherwise specified, the following recommended doses are for adults over the age of 18.
NUTRIENTS Supplement Suggested Dosage Comments Essential Ultra Brain Power
(American Biologics)As directed on label. Provides nutrients to support memory, concentration, and other higher brain functions. Very Important Acetylcholine As directed on label. Most important of the neurotransmitters. Maximizes mental ability and prevents memory loss in adults. Dietary choline and phosphatidyl choline (also known as lecithin) serve as the sources of free choline for acetylcholine synthesis.
Phosphatidyl Choline (Derived From Soy), Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 100 Softgels,
Choline Supplement, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 500 mg, 100 Tabs,
Choline & Inositol, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 250 mg/250 mg, 100 CapsBoron 3-6 mg daily. Do not exceed this amount. Improves brain and memory function.
Boron Ionic, Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 20 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Ionic Boron Single Mineral, Trace Minerals, 6 mg, 2 fl. oz.,
OsteoBoron Bone & Joint Health, With 400 mg Green Food Concentrates, NOW Foods, 90 VCaps,
Boron Chelate, Nature's Way, 3 mg, 100 CapsDimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) As directed on label. Aids in learning and memory. Note: This supplement is not intended for everyday use. It is best reserved for days when you need to be more focused and alert.
DMAE Supplement (Dimethylaminoethanol), Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 250 mg, 100 VCapsGarlic (Kyolic) 2 capsules 3 times daily. May be useful for treating physiological aging and age related memory deficits. Potent brain cell protector. Lowers blood pressure and helps to strengthen the heart muscle. Thins the blood. Stimulates the immune system.
Garlic Oil Tincture, Alcohol Free, Nature's Way, 1 fl. oz.,
Garlic Bulb Cloves, Garlic Supplement, Nature's Way, 580 mg, 100 Caps,
Odorless Garlic Supplement, NOW Foods, 50 mg, 250 SoftGels,
Garlic Supplement, Kwai, Triple Concentrated, 180 Tabs,
Every Day Garlic Supplement, Kwai, 30 Tabs,
Garlic Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.,
Aged Garlic Extract, Cardiovascular Formula 100, Wakunaga Kyolic Supplements, 300 Caps,
Kyolic Liquid Aged Garlic Extract, Cardiovascular, Vegetarian, Wakunaga Kyolic, 4 fl. oz.,
Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract, One-A-Day, Vegetarian, 1000 mg, Wakunaga Kyolic, 30 Caps,
Aged Garlic Extract, Cholesterol Formula 104, Wakunaga Kyolic, 200 CapsHuperzine A
Or
VinpocetineAs directed on label.
As directed on label.Aid the effectiveness of acetylcholine in preventing memory loss.
Brain Elevate Formula With Huperzine A, Ginkgo, Phosphatidyl Serine & Rose Ox, NOW Foods, 60 VCaps,
Irwin Naturals, Advanced Ginkgo Smart, 90 Gelcaps,
Vinpocetine, Source Naturals, 10 Gram, 120 Tabs,
Periwinkle (Vinpocetine) Tincture, 2 fl. oz.Lecithin Granules
Or
Capsules1 tablespoon 3 times daily, before meals.
1,200 mg 3 times daily, with meals.Aids in cellular protection and improved memory. Contains choline.
Lecithin Vegetarian Granules, NOW Foods, 97% Phosphatides, Identity Preserved Non-GE, 1 lb,
Lecithin Liquid, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 16 fl. oz.,
Lecithin Concentrate, Nature's Way, 400 mg, 100 SoftGelsManganese As directed on label. Take separately from calcium. Helps nourish the brain and nerves. Aids in the utilization of choline.
Manganese Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 30 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral Complex As directed on label. All nutrients are needed in balance for healing and tissue repair. Essential for normal cell division and function. Use a high-potency formula.
Super Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral, Pure Vital Earth, 32 fl. oz. (98% Bio-Available for Absorption), Damage Control Master Formula, High Potency, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, 60 Packets (30 Day Supply)With
Potassium99 mg daily. Needed for proper electrolyte balance.
Potassium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 340 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Potassium Chelate, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 99 mg, 100 Caps,
Potassium Chloride Powder, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 3 oz.Omega-3 Fatty Acid Complex As directed on label. Low levels have been associated with impaired brain function.
Ultimate Oil, Essential Fatty Acids Supplement, Nature's Secret, 90 SoftGels,
Essential Fatty Acids For Baby & Children, Organic, 8 fl oz.,
Barlean's Flax Oil, 100% Highest Lignan Content, Organic, Pesticide & Herbicide Free, 16 fl. oz.,
Barlean's Flax Oil, Highest Lignan, 1000 mg, 250 Caps,
Neptune Krill Marine Oil With Omega-3 EFAs, Phospholipids & Antioxidants, Vital Earth, 60 SoftgelsPhosphatidyl Choline As directed on label. Improves memory.
Phosphatidyl Choline (Derived From Soy), Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 100 SoftgelsPhosphatidyl Serine (PS) 300 mg 3 times daily. Improves memory.
Phosphatidyl Serine, Nature's Way, 500 mg, 30 Softgels,
Phosphatidyl Serine Supplement (PS), Nature's Way, 500 mg, 60 SoftgelsSuperoxide Dismutase (SOD) As directed on label. Known for its ability to destroy and eliminate free radicals. Improves oxygenation of tissues.
GliSODin Antioxidant Catalyst, NOW Foods, 100 mg, 90 VCaps,Vitamin A 15,000 IU daily. If you are pregnant, do not exceed 10,000 IU daily. Deficiencies of antioxidants expose the brain to oxidative damage. Needed for tissue repair and proper immune function.
Vitamin A, 10,000 IU, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 100 SoftgelsPlus
Natural Beta-Carotene
In With
Carotenoid Complex25,000 IU daily. Deficiency of antioxidants expose the brain to oxidative damage.
Beta Carotene (Natural Dunaliella Salina), Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 25,000 IU, 100 Softgels,
Multi-Carotene Antioxidant, Nature's Way, 60 SoftgelsVitamin B Complex 100 mg of each B vitamin daily, with meals 3 times daily (amounts of individual vitamins in a complex will vary). B vitamins are needed for improved memory and improved circulation, build red blood cells, and aid liver function. Anti-stress vitamins, especially important for normal brain function. Injections (under a health care provider's supervision) may be necessary.
Ultimate B (Vitamin B Complex), Nature's Secret, 60 Tabs,
Vitamin B-100 Complex, w/ Coenzyme B-2, Nature's Way, 631 mg, 100 CapsVitamin B-3 (Niacin)
And
NiacinamideAs directed on label.
As directed on label.To promote proper circulation to the brain and aid in brain function. Caution: Do not take niacin if you have a liver disorder, gout, or high blood pressure.
Flush Free Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Double Strength, NOW Foods, 640 mg, 90 VCaps,
Flush Free Niacin (Vitamin B-3), NOW Foods, 250 mg, 90 VCaps,
Niacinamide, Non-Flushing Niacin, 100% Natural Vitamin B-3, Nature's Way, 500 mg, 100 Caps,
Niacin (Vitamin B-3) Supplement, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 100 mg, 100 CapsPlus Extra
Vitamin B-5 (Pantothenic Acid)50 mg 3 times daily. Helps in transformation of the amino acid choline to the neurotransmitter acetylcholine.
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B-5), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 250 mg, 100 CapsAnd
Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxine)50 mg 3 times daily. Needed for proper brain function.
Vitamin B-6 / Pyridoxine, Nature's Way, 100 mg, 100 CapsVitamin B-12 1,000-2,000 mcg twice daily. To prevent anemia. Use a lozenge or sublingual form. Vitamin B-6 and B-12 potentiate amino acids and are necessary for best absorption of amino acids and for proper functioning of enzymes in the body.
Vitamin B-12 Complex Liquid, NOW Foods, 2 fl. oz.,
Vitamin B-12, Nature's Way, 2000 mcg, 100 Sublingual Lozenges,
Vitamin B-12 Liquid Supplement, 50 mcg, With Vitamin B-9 (Folic Acid), 400 mcg, 1 oz.
Vitamin B-12, California Natural, 1000 mcg, 60 Tabs,
Vitamin B-12 LipoSpray, NOW Foods, 2 fl. oz.Plus
Raw Liver ExtractAs directed on label. A good source of B vitamins and iron. Consider injections (under a health care provider's supervision). Vitamin C With Bioflavonoids 3,000-10,000 mg daily, in divided doses. A powerful antioxidant that also improves circulation.
Vitamin C Liquid w/ Rose Hips & Bioflavonoids, Kosher, Natural Citrus Flavor, Dynamic Health, 1000 mg, 16 fl. oz.,
Ester C With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 1000 mg, 90 Tabs,
Vitamin C 1000 With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 1000 mg, 250 VCaps,
The Right C, Nature's Way, 1000 mg, 120 TabsVitamin E 200 IU daily or 400 IU every other day. Causes dilation of blood vessels, improving blood flow to the brain. An antioxidant that is an integral part of the body's defense system. Use d-alpha-tocopherol form.
Ester E Natural Vitamin E, California Natural, 400 IU, 60 Softgels,
Vitamin E, 400 IU, 100% Natural, NOW Foods, 100 Gels,
Vitamin E-1000, NOW Foods, 1000 IU, 100 Gels,
Vitamin E, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, 400 IU, 100 Softgels
Zinc 50-80 mg daily. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements. Important for binding toxic substances and removing them from the brain. Important in all enzyme systems and tissue repair. Very important for the immune system. Use zinc gluconate lozenges or OptiZinc for best absorption.
Zinc Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 100 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Colloidal Silver & Zinc Lozenges, Silva Solution, 90 Lozenges,
Zinc Lozenges W/ Echinacea & Vitamin C, Nature's Way, 23 mg, 60 Lozenges,
Zinc (Chelated), 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 30 mg, 100 CapsCopper 3 mg daily. Needed to balance with zinc.
Copper Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 50 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,Important Acetyl-L-Carnitine 500 mg twice daily. May enhance brain metabolism. Slows deterioration of memory and reduces the production of free radicals.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine Powder, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 635 mg, 3 oz.,
L-Carnitine Liquid, Double Strength, NOW Foods, 16 fl. oz.,
L-Carnitine, Stable Tartrate Form, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 60 CapsL-Glutamine
And
L-Phenylalanine
And
L-Aspartic AcidAs directed on label, on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice. Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg vitamin B-6 and 100 mg, vitamin C for better absorption. Amino acids necessary for normal brain function; serve as fuel for the brain and prevent excess ammonia from damaging the brain. Caution: Do not take phenylalanine if you are pregnant or nursing, or if you suffer from panic attacks, diabetes, high blood pressure or PKU. See Amino Acids for more information.
L-Glutamine Powder, 100% Pure Free Form Amino Acid & GH Releaser, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 1 lb.,
L-Glutamine, Amino Acid Supplement, NOW Foods, 1000 mg, 120 Caps,
L-Glutamine, Amino Acid Supplement, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 120 Caps,
L-Phenylalanine, Free Form, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 60 Caps,L-Tyrosine Up to 100 mg per kilogram of body weight daily. Take on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice. Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg vitamin B-6 and 100 mg, vitamin C for better absorption. Helps sharpen learning, memory, and awareness; elevates mood and motivator; aids in preventing depression. Caution: Do not take this supplement if you are also taking an MAO inhibitor drug. See Amino Acids for more information.
L-Tyrosine, Pharmaceutical Grade, Free Form, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 120 Caps,
L-Tyrosine Powder, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, Free Form, 4 oz.Helpful Coenzyme Q-10 100 mg daily. Improves brain oxygenation.
CoQ10, Vegetarian Coenzyme, NOW Foods, 30 mg, 60 VCaps,
CoQ10, Now Foods, 400 mg, 60 SoftgelsCoenzyme A As directed on label. Improves the effectiveness of coenzyme Q-10.
Pantethine (Coenzyme A Precursor), Highly Active Form of Vitamin B-5, 300 mg, NOW Foods, 60 Softgels,
Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) As directed on label. Take with vitamin C and E and Selenium to prevent oxidative damage to the liver. May help to improve memory. (See DHEA Therapy).
DHEA, Pharmaceutical Grade, Anti-Aging Support, Hypoallergenic, 50 mg, 180 Caps,
DHEA, Pharmaceutical Grade, Anti-Aging Support, Hypoallergenic, 25 mg, 180 Caps,
DHEA Plus DHEA Cream, Life-Flo, 2 oz.Or
7-Keto DHEAAs directed on label. A metabolite of DHEA that has been found to be superior to DHEA in enhancing memory. Unlike DHEA, it is not converted into estrogen or testosterone in the body.
7-Keto DHEA, Metabolite of DHEA, NOW Foods, 25 mg, 90 CapsSelenium As directed on label. Powerful free radical scavenger and free radical destroyer. Caution: Do not take supplemental selenium if you are pregnant or have heart, kidney, or liver disease.
Selenium Supplement, Yeast Free, NOW Foods, 200 mcg, 180 Caps,
Selenium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 50 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.,
Ionic Selenium, Trace Minerals, 300 mcg, 2 fl. oz.,
Selenium, 100% Natural, Nature's way, 200 mcg, 100 CapsDiamond Mind
(Diamond-Herpanacine)As directed on label. Combination supplements that can aid with memory-related functions. Or
Bacopin & Ginkgo ComplexAs directed on label. Combination supplements that can aid with memory-related functions. Or
Cognitex With PregnenoloneAs directed on label. Combination supplements that can aid with memory-related functions. Dimethylglycine (DMG) As directed on label. Enhances oxygen utilization and brain oxygenation.
DMG Supplement N,N Dimethyl Glycine, NOW Foods, 125 mg, 100 CapsMelatonin As directed on label. A powerful antioxidant that may prevent memory loss.
Melatonin Cream Supplement, Life-Flo, 2 oz.,
Deep Dreams, Sleep Aid Formula, 30 Tabs,
Melatonin Supplement, Time Released, NOW Foods, 1 mg, 100 Tabs,
Sublingual Melatonin Supplement, Nature's Way, 2.5 mg, 100 Lozenges,
Melatonin, Pharmaceutical Grade, NOW Foods, 3 mg, 60 CapsNicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NADH) As directed on label. A coenzyme form of niacin that is essential for the production of certain neurotransmitters and energy. Natural levels decline with age. Supplemental NADH can improve energy production in the brain and nervous system.
ENADAlert NADH Supplement, Source Naturals, 5.0 mg, 30 TabsPregnenolone As directed on label. May improve brain function and enhance memory.
Pregnenolone Cream, Life-Flo, 2 oz.,RNA & DNA As directed on label. Increases energy production for memory transfer in the brain. Caution: Do not take this supplement if you have gout.
TCM (TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE) MEMORY LOSS FORMULAS
These formulas are usually only available through TCM Practitioners and may not be available from standard herbal suppliers.
FORMULA COMMENTS Biota Seed Pill to Nourish The Heart Considered to be the most important TCM herbal formula for age-related memory loss. It aids short-term memory.
Bai Zi Yang Xin Wan
[Biota Nourishing the Heart Pill; Biota Seed Pill to Nourish the Heart]
Class: Calm the Mind
Source/Author: Ti Ren Hui Bian (Compilation of Materials of Benevolence for the Body)
Recipe:Bai Zi Ren (Semen Biotae Orientalis) 26.00 %
Actions: Calms the Mind. Nourishes the Heart. Tonifies Kidney-Yin.
Gou Qi Zi (Fructus Lycii) 19.00 %
Xuan Shen (Radix Scrophulariae Ningpoensis) 13.00 %
Shu Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae Praeparata) 13.00 %
Mai Men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici) 6.50 %
Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis) 6.50 %
Shi Chang Pu (Rhizoma Acori Graminei) 6.50 %
Fu Shen (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos Paradicis) 6.50 %
Gan Cao (Radix Glycyrrhizae Uralensis) 3.00 %
Indications: Disharmony between the Heart and Kidneys (Yin Deficiency together with Empty-Heat).
Symptoms: Anxiety; Continuous palpitations; Disturbing dreams; Insomnia; Memory loss; Mental confusion; Night sweating; Restless sleep; Severe palpitations; Dry mouth; Parched lips
Preparation: PILLS: Grind the ingredients into powder and form into small pills with honey.
Administration/Dosage schedule: PILLS: 3-5 g doses, 3 times daily, with warm water.
Patent Formula Dosage: 2 grams, 3 times a day, depending on the patient's condition, the dosage may vary.Bupleurum Plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Decoction A traditional Chinese formula that reduces agitated behavior. A free radical scavenger, it absorbs substances that would destroy nerve tissue. Caution: Do not use Bupleurum plus Dragon Root and Oyster Shell Decoction if you have a fever.
Chai Hu Jia Long Gu Mu Li Tang
[Bupleurum plus Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Decoction; Bupleurum D Formula]
Class: Calm the Mind
Source/Author: Shang Han Lun (Discussion of Cold-induced Disorders)
Recipe:Chai Hu (Radix Bupleuri) 17.00 %
Actions: Calms the Mind. Sedative. Unblocks the three Yang stages.
Ban Xia (Rhizoma Pinelliae Ternatae) 9.00 %
Da Zao (Fructus Jujubae) 9.00 %
Da Huang (Radix et Rhizoma Rhei) 9.00 %
Mu Li (Concha Ostreae) 7.00 %
Long Gu (Os Draconis) 7.00 %
Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis) 7.00 %
Sheng Jiang (Rhizoma Zingiberis Officinalis Recens) 7.00 %
Qian Dan (Minium) 7.00 %
Ren Shen (Radix Ginseng) 7.00 %
Gui Zhi (Ramulus Cinnamomi Cassiae) 7.00 %
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos) 7.00 %
Indications: Problems in all three of the Yang-stages of diseases resulting from an improper use of purgatives which are used before the disease enters the Yang brightness stage. The externally- contracted pathogenic influence takes advantage of the weakness caused by the purgatives and invades the Interior.
Symptoms: Atrioventricular block; Bouts of palpitations; Delirious speech; Epilepsy; Fullness of the chest; Hypertension; Hyperthyroidism; Hysteria; Irritability; Ménière's disease; Neurosis; Schizophrenia; Sensation of extreme heaviness in the body; Constipation; Dysuria; Gastritis; Inability to rotate the trunk; Menopausal disorders; Red tongue, slippery-yellow coating; Rapid-Wiry pulse (Shu Xian)
Preparation: DECOCTION: 60 g/liter until 40 cl remain. Today Dai Zhe Shi or Sheng Tie Luo are usually substituted for the toxic Qian Dan.
Administration/Dosage schedule: DECOCTION: Take while still warm 3-4 times daily. Patent Formula dosage: 2 grams, 3 times a day. Depending on the patient's condition, the dosage may vary.Coptis Decoction To Relieve Toxicity A traditional Chinese herbal formula that destroys harmful free radicals, preventing the damaging effects of both aluminum and D-aspartic acid from the artificial sweetener, aspartame.
Huang Lian Jie Du Tang
[Coptis Decoction to Relieve Toxicity; Coptis and Scute Decoction]
Class: Clear Heat
Subclass: Clear Heat and Relieve Toxicity
Source/Author: Wai Tai Bi Yao (Arcane Essentials from the Imperial Library)
Recipe:Huang Lian (Rhizoma Coptidis Recens) 20.00 % Chief
Actions: Clears Heat and relieves toxicity. Drains Fire from the Triple Burner.
Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis) 30.00 % Deputy
Huang Bai (Cortex Phellodendri) 30.00 % Assistant
Zhi Zi (Fructus Gardeniae Jasminoidis) 20.00 % Assistant
Indications: Severe obstruction of the Three Burners by Heat toxin which pervades both the Interior and Exterior.
Symptoms: Bacillary dysentery; Dark urine; Delirium; Dry mouth; Dry throat; Dysuria; Encephalitis; Epistaxis; Furuncle; Hematemesis; High fever; Insomnia; Irritability; Jaundice; Pneumonia; Scanty urine; Septicemia; Skin infection; Urinary tract infection; Red tongue, yellow coating; Forceful-Slippery-Rapid-Overflowing pulse (Shu Hua You Li Hong); Forceful-Rapid-Overflowing pulse (You Li Shu Hong)
Preparation: DECOCTION: 30 g/liter until 40 cl remain.
Administration/Dosage schedule: DECOCTION: Take 3-4 cups daily (very bitter).
Patent Formula Dosage: 2 grams, 3 times a day, depending on the patient's condition, the dosage may vary.
Contraindications: Heat in the Blood level. Weak patients. Empty-Heat.
Warning: Long-term use.Eight-Ingredient Pill With Rehmannia A traditional Chinese herbal formula that keeps blood-sugar levels constant. Particularly useful for people who have both Alzheimer's disease and diabetes.
Ba Wei Di Huang Wan (1/2)
[Eight-Ingredient Pill with Rehmannia; Rehmannia Eight Pill]
Class: Tonify
Subclass: Tonify the Yang
Recipe:Shu Di Huang (Radix Rehmanniae Glutinosae Praeparata) 29.00 %
Actions: Tonifies Spleen-Yang and Kidney-Yang. Warms Lower and Middle Burners.
Wu Zhu Yu (Fructus Evodiae Rutaecarpae) 15.00 %
Shan Yao (Radix Dioscoreae Oppositae) 15.00 %
Ze Xie (Rhizoma Alismatis Orientalis) 11.00 %
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos) 11.00 %
Mu Dan Pi (Cortex Moutan Radicis) 11.00 %
Fu Zi (Radix Aconiti Carmichaeli Praeparata) 4.00 %
Rou Gui (Cortex Cinnamomi Cassiae) 4.00 %
Indications: Spleen and Kidney Yang Deficiency.
Symptoms: Bloating; Chronic gastroenteritis; Chronic nephritis; Clear urine; Cold abdomen; Cold extremities; Digestive weakness due to internal cold; Distension of the abdomen; Frequent urination; Hypothyroidism; Oliguria; Pain in the lower back; Persistent diarrhea; Profuse urine; Undigested food particles in the stools; Weakness of lower back; Weakness of the knees; Chronic asthma; Cough; Diabetes; Hot flashes (avoid confusion with hot flashes due to Kidney-Yin Deficiency); Neurasthenia; Edema; Urinary incontinence; Pale, swollen, tooth-marked tongue, moisty-white coating; Slow-Deep-Faint-Empty pulse (Chi Chen Wei Xu)
Preparation: PILLS: Grind the ingredients into powder and form into small pills with honey.
Administration/Dosage schedule: PILLS: 6 gram doses, once or twice daily, with warm water.
Contraindications: Yin Deficiency. Heat.
Warning: Must be carefully monitored due to the presence of Fu Zi and Rou Gui.Gastrodia and Uncaria Decoction A traditional Chinese herbal formula that increases both circulation to the brain and production of the brain's own free-radical scavenger, superoxide dismutase (SOD).
Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin
[Gastrodia and Uncaria Decoction; Restore the Right Decoction]
Class: Eliminate Wind
Subclass: Calm Internal Wind
Source/Author: Za Bing Zheng Zhi Xin Yi (New Significance of Patterns and Treatment in Miscellaneous Diseases)
Recipe:Tian Ma (Rhizoma Gastrodiae Elatae) 5.00 % Chief
Actions: Calms Liver-Wind. Clears Heat. Moves Blood. Tonifies Liver and Kidneys.
Gou Teng (Ramulus cum uncis Uncariae) 9.00 % Chief
Shi Jue Ming (Concha Haliotidis) 14.00 % Chief
Zhi Zi (Fructus Gardeniae Jasminoidis) 5.00 % Deputy
Huang Qin (Radix Scutellariae Baicalensis) 5.00 % Deputy
Yi Mu Cao (Herba Leonuri Heterophylli) 7.00 % Assistant
Chuan Niu Xi (Radix Cyathulae Officinalis) 7.00 % Assistant
Du Zhong (Cortex Eucommiae Ulmoidis) 7.00 % Assistant
Sang Ji Sheng (Ramulus Loranthi) 14.00 % Assistant
Ye Jiao Teng (Caulis Polygoni Multiflori) 18.00 % Assistant
Fu Shen (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos Paradicis) 9.00 % Assistant
Indications: Ascendant Liver Yang with internal movement of Liver Wind.
Symptoms: Cerebrovascular accident; Dizziness; Essential hypertension; Headache; Hemiplegia; Spasms of the extremities; Tic; Tinnitus; Aphasia; Blurred vision; Conflicting dreams; Epilepsy; Insomnia; Restless sleep; Sensation of heat in the head; Red tongue; Rapid-Wiry pulse (Shu Xian)
Preparation: DECOCTION: 70-90 g/liter until 40 cl remain.
Administration/Dosage schedule: DECOCTION: Take 3-4 times daily.Settle The Emotions Pill A traditional Chinese herbal formula that treats poor memory compounded by insomnia, dizziness, hot flashes, or dry mouth.
Ding Zhi Wan (Formula 1/2)
[Settle the Emotions Pill]
Class: Calm the Mind
Source/Author: Qian Jin Yao Fang (Thousand Ducat Formulas)
RecipeRen Shen (Radix Ginseng) 30.00 % Chief
Actions: Calms the Mind. Tonifies Heart-Qi.
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos) 30.00 % Chief
Shi Chang Pu (Rhizoma Acori Graminei) 20.00 % Deputy
Yuan Zhi (Radix Polygalae Tenuifoliae) 20.00 % Deputy
Indications: This presentation occurs in those with deficient Heart Qi who suffer a severe emotional shock or are badly frightened.
Symptoms: Apprehension; Euphoria (incessant laughing); Fear; Mental fragility; Patient is easily frightened; Excess of one of the five emotions (anger, joy, worry, sadness, fear); Memory loss; Palpitations
Preparation: PILLS: Grind the ingredients into powder and form into small pills with honey. DECOCTION: 30-35 gram in 50 cl. Cook very slowly until 25 cl remain. Shi Chang Pu is added near the end of the decoction.
Administration/Dosage schedule: PILLS: 4-6 g doses, 3 times daily, with warm water. DECOCTION: Take 2-3 times daily.
Patent Formula Dosage: 2 grams, 3 times a day. Depending on the patient's condition, the dosage may vary. Note: The name of this formula is literally "settle the will pill". Here the word ZHI refers to all the emotions which are upset due to a sudden fright.
Ding Zhi Wan (Formula 2/2)
[Settle the Emotions Pill]
Class: Calm the Mind
Source/Author: Za Bing Yuan Liu Xi Zhu (Wondrous Lantern of Peering into the Origin and Development of Miscellaneous Diseases)
RecipeRen Shen (Radix Ginseng)
Actions: Calms the Mind. Tonifies Heart-Qi.
Fu Ling (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos)
Shi Chang Pu (Rhizoma Acori Graminei)
Yuan Zhi (Radix Polygalae Tenuifoliae)
Fu Shen (Sclerotium Poriae Cocos Paradicis)
Bai Zhu (Rhizoma Atractylodis Macrocephalae)
Mai Men Dong (Tuber Ophiopogonis Japonici)
Zhu Sha (Cinnabaris)
Indications: This presentation occurs in those with deficient Heart Qi who suffer a severe emotional shock or are badly frightened.
Symptoms: Apprehension; Euphoria (incessant laughing); Fear; Mental fragility; Patient is easily frightened; Excess of one of the five emotions (anger, joy, worry, sadness, fear); Memory loss; Palpitations
Formula Information From www.tcmassistant.com
MEMORY PROBLEMS & ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE SUPPLEMENTS
Information and supplements for memory loss, a condition where one is unable to remember either due to age or disease and Alzheimer's Disease, an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that occurs gradually and results in memory loss, unusual behavior, personality changes, and a decline in thinking abilities.
Alive! Whole Food Energizer Multi Vitamin with Mineral, 18 mg of Iron added, 90 Tabs
Alive Whole Food Energizer Multi Vitamin with Mineral with Iron is absorbed into your blood stream 5 times faster than other leading brands.Aromatherapy Scent Inhaler, Study Buddy With Pure Essential Oils
The pure essential oils used in the Studdy Buddy Scent Inhaler were selected specifically by Earth Solutions for their known benefits in improving concentration and recall. Helps students to avert studying for hours only to go blank during the test.Ashwagandha, Promotes Vitality & Strength, Banyan Botanicals, 90 Tabs
Ashwagandha is one of the most highly regarded and commonly used adaptogens in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. Maximizing the bodies ability to resist stress, it enables the body to reserve and sustain vital energy throughout the day while promoting sound, restful sleep at night.Boron Chelate, Nature's Way, 3 mg, 100 Caps
Boron Chelate helps to prevent the loss of calcium, phosphorus and magnesium through the urine.Boron Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 20 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
WaterOz Ionic Boron is a pure liquid Boron supplement. WaterOz Ionic Boron is pure liquid Boron. Boron is essential to bone metabolism and calcification of bones, and helps prevent osteoporosis, arthritis, and tooth decay. Boron is necessary for cartilage formation and repair; it affects calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus levels. Memory and brain function can be improved with boron.Brahmi Powder (Bacopa Monniera), 100% Organic, 8 oz. Bulk
Nutritionally supports concentration, clarity and memory. Brahmi is traditionally used in Ayurveda as a brain and mind tonic.BrainAid, Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 60 Tabs
Designed to enhance brain function and support memory. BrainStorm contains nutrients that variously support blood circulation, neurotransmitter production and neurological function.Brain Elevate Formula w/ Huperzine A, Ginkgo, Phosphatidylserine & RoseOx, 60 Vcaps
Brain Elevate Formula is scientifically formulated to provide maximum support and nourishment to cerebral functions.Brain Tonic, 100% Natural, 375 mg, 60 Caps
The Ayurvedic formula is used to help improve mental clarity and vision by helping to regenerate comprehensibility and self confidence.Calming Tea With Organic Chamomile For Daily Stress Relief, Yogi Tea, Caffeine Free, Certified Organic, 16 Tea Bags
Calming Tea by Yogi Tea is a safe and time-tested Ayurvedic formula designed to ease stress and tension, encouraging a state of relaxed alertness without drowsiness.Cellfood Liquid Multi-Vitamin, 100% RDA Spray, 1 fl. oz.
Cellfood Liquid Multi-Vitamin has an absorption and assimilation rate of almost 20 times more than vitamin pill supplementation.Cerebral Cardiovascular Cleanser, 100% Natural, 500 mg, 60 Caps
Cerebral Cardiovascular Cleanser, Fibrinolytic and Hemolytic, is made of extracts of astragalus root, Chinese angelica root, common peony root, lumbricus (earthworm), cnidium, safflower flower and peach seed.Choline & Inositol, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 250 mg/250 mg, 100 Caps
Nature's Way Choline Inositol Supplement is 100% natural crystalline insitol and choline bound to tartaric acid for superior absorption.Choline Supplement, 100% Natural, Nature's Way, 500 mg, 100 Tabs
Nature's Way Choline Supplement is 100% natural choline with improved absorption.Colloidal Silver & Zinc Lozenges, SilvaSolution, 90 Lozenges
Now you can get powerful liquid silver in the most convenient form ever with new SilvaSolution Silver and Zinc lozenges.Coral Calcium (Okinawa) Plus w/ Magnesium & Vitamin D, 100% Natural, 500 mg, 100 VCaps
Okinawa Coral Calcium Plus with Magnesium, Vitamin D and 70 other trace minerals provides essential minerals, restores body alkalinity, supports the immune system, and is bio available for better absorption.DHA, 250 mg w/ 500 mg EPA & Omega 3 from Fish Oil, 120 Softgels
Numerous published studies have provided strong evidence that the Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil may reduce the risk of coronary artery disease (CAD) and sudden death from cardiac causes.DMAE Supplement (Dimethylaminoethanol), Vegetarian 250 mg, 100 VCaps
DMAE is a memory enhancing substance common to a number of drugs that are known to stabilize cell membranes. In Europe, the drug Centrophenoxine, which combines DMAE with a synergistic chemical called p-chlorophenoxyacetate, is prescribed to boost cognitive function in the aged. Used to assist with Anxiety, Alertness and Neuromotor Control, Behavior and Learning Problems,ADD and Hyperactivity.EFA Blend Essential Fatty Acids Supplement, Attention Focus For Children, Nature's Way, 445 mg, 120 Softgels
EFA, Essential Fatty Acid Supplement, provides the fluid membrane environment needed for proper transmission of brain and nerve signals.Garlicin HC, Healthy Circulation Formula W/ Odor Free Garlic Supplement, Nature's Way, 90 Enteric Coated Tabs
Garlicin HC garlic supplement supports cardiovascular health with the help of hawthorn, cayenne and vitamin E.Ginkgo Biloba Extract Standardized, 60 mg, 120 VCaps
Supports circulation to the brain as well as the extremities. This is achieved by maintaining healthy blood vessel tone and reducing blood viscosity. Additionally, Ginkgo biloba is a proven free radical scavenger and antioxidant.Ginkgo IQ, Brain Function Support, 16 Tea Bags
Ginkgo IQ is a fragrant herbal blend specially prepared to enhance mental performance and help fight the effects of aging.Ginkgold, Ginkgo Biloba Vegetarian Standardized, Extract, 60 mg, 150 Tabs
Ginkgold improves mental sharpness, concentration, memory and cognitive activity. It also supports healthy circulation to the brain as well as the extremities. And, it maintains healthy blood vessel tone and reduces blood viscosity.Ginkgo Leaf (Ginkgo Biloba) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Modern research has confirmed that the ginkgo flavone glycosides and the terpene lactones do indeed produce these results, increasing circulation to the brain and other parts of the body as well as exerting a protective action on nerve cells.Ginkgo Leaf Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Preliminary studies show that Gingko Leaf is helpful in ordinary age-related memory loss as well.Gotu Kola Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
This herb rebuilds the energy reserves, and is useful after a nervous breakdown and to help prevent nervous breakdown.Health Benefits of Phosphatidylserine (PS) By James Gormley & Shari Lieberman, Ph.D., CNS.
Phosphatidylserine (PS) is essential for positively influencing the brain chemicals that pass messages from one brain cell to another. Supplemental PS makes getting enough of this vital substance easy and convenient.Irwin Naturals Advanced Ginkgo Smart, 90 Gelcaps
Irwin Naturals Advanced Ginkgo Smart combines botanical extracts and phytonutrients to support memory, mental clarity, concentration, alertness & focus.Lecithin Concentrate, Nature's Way, 400 mg, 100 Softgels.
Nature's Way Lecithin Supplement is 100% natural from soy oil and it contains no artificial ingredients or preservatives.L-Theanine, w/ Decaffeinated Green Tea Extract, 100 mg, 90 VCaps
L-Theanine is an amino acid found in green tea that produces tranquilizing effects in the brain and creates a feeling of relaxation without drowsiness. Helps reduce high blood pressure and relieve stress.L-Tyrosine, Pharmaceutical Grade, Free Form, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 120 Caps
L-Tyrosine is used to treat insomnia, improve muscle tone, improve skin and hair pigment and depression and anxiety. L-Tyrosine should not to be used while taking prescription antidepressants or MAO inhibitors.Manganese Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 30 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
WaterOz Ionic Manganese is a pure liquid Manganese supplement. Manganese, also called the "brain mineral," is important in the utilization of all mental facilities/functions.Mental Clarity, Promotes Memory & Intelligence, Banyan Botanicals, 90 Tabs
The herbs in Mental Clarity have traditionally been used to enhance all aspects of mental performance, including intelligence, concentration, awareness, perception and learning capacity. This effective blend sharpens the mind and is useful for those prone to forgetfulness, confusion or indecisiveness. Mental Clarity is an ideal supplement for anyone with a mentally demanding workload, students, and those experiencing loss of memory.Mental Master Memory Formula Tincture, Herbal Remedies USA, 2 fl. oz.
Mental Master Memory Formula Tincture supports healthy cognitive function, focus and memory. Mental Master Tincture is especially helpful for the elderly.Neuromins DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid), 100 mg, 60 Softgels
DHA is an essential fatty acid is the primary structural fatty acid in the gray matter of the brain and retina of the eye and is important for signal transmissions in the brain, eye and nervous system. DHA is taken by expecting mothers to support fetal development, and by mothers while lactating to enhance breast milk.Phosphatidyl Choline (Derived From Soy), Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 100 Softgels
Phosphatidyl choline, a primary component of lecithin, is converted in the brain into the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. Researchers have found acetylcholine to be a primary carrier of memory.Phosphatidyl Serine (PS), 500 mg, 60 Softgels
Phosphatidyl Serine complex aids brain cell function and reduces age-related mental decline. With age normal brain and nerve cell activity may decline due to diminished neurotransmitter and brain cell function.Procaine Ultra GH9 (Ultimate 9), 100 mg, 60 Caps
Procaine Ultra GH9 is the most trusted Anti-Aging Therapy of choice of the RICH & FAMOUS in over 70 countries.Reishi Mushroom Powder, 100% Organic, 4 oz.
Reishi is used as a tonic to help increase energy, improve digestion and sleep, strengthen resistance to disease, and regulate the immune system. It is widely used to improve the cardiovascular system, lower HDL (the 'bad' cholesterol), and reduce excess fatty acids.Rooibos, 100% Natural, 350 mg, 60 Caps
Rooibos contains potent anti-oxidant and anti-aging properties packed with selenium, vitamin A, C, E and magnesium.Rosemary Leaf (Rosemarinus Officinalis) Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Rosemary has been traditionally used for tension headaches, stimulating circulation, strengthening the nervous system. Good tonic for the heart and for high blood pressure.Rosemary Leaves, Nature's Way, 400 mg, 100 Caps
Rosemary Leaves (Rosemarinus officinalis) anciently had a reputation of strengthening the memory. At weddings it was dipped in scented water and worn by the bride.Snoreclipse Snoring Solution, The Hi Tech Anti-Snoring Device
Snoreclipse contains rare earth magnets that were carefully designed to apply a constant, gentle pressure on the nasal septum. This pressure increases circulation in the nasal area and promotes opening of the nasal passages. The opening of the nasal passages encourages relaxed breathing through the nose, which is very helpful in preventing snoring.The Candida, Yeast Syndrome, By Ray Wunderlich Jr., M.D. & Dwight K. Kalita
This informative booklet describes the enormous impact of yeast overgrowth on health, the up-to-date methods of diagnosis and the broad treatment options available.Uber Rest, Pure Pharmaceutical Grade, L-Tryptophan, 500 mg, 60 Caps
Psychiatrists, medical doctors, and nutritionists, alike, have long recognized the importance of pure L-Tryptophan for maintaining good heath and supporting mood and sleep.Ultra Ginkgo Plus Rhodiola & Eleuthero Endurance Formula, 10 ml. vials, 30 Vials
This Ultra Ginkgo Plus Rhodiola & Eleuthero Endurance Formula combines Tibetan Rhodiola and Eleuthero (Siberian Ginseng).Vanilla Herb, Yerba Mate Organic Tea, 25 Tea Bags
Like caffeine, Yerba Mate has a stimulating effect on metabolism, without the "jitters". A faster metabolism not only means you burn more calories, it means you turn more calories into energy. As it stimulates the metabolism into turning more calories to energy, it simultaneously soothes the nervous system. You feel less nervous and anxious, and you're better able to resist physical and mental fatigue.Vitamin B-50 Complex W/ B-2 Coenzyme, 100% Natural, 330 mg, 100 Caps
B Vitamins, as found in a Vitamin B Complex, are precursors of coenzymes involved in the conversion of cellular energy, manufacture of hormones and proteins, and repair and maintenance of nerve structures.Vitamin C 1000 With Bioflavonoids, Nature's Way, 100% Natural, 1000 mg, 250 VCaps
Nature's Way Vitamin C with Bioflavonoids provides antioxidant protection for many of the body's important enzyme systems.Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate), 100% Natural, 400 IU, 250 Softgels
Vitamin E is a major antioxidant and the primary defense against lipid peroxidation. It is particularly important in protecting the body's cells from free radical/oxidative damage.Whole Reishi Mushroom, 4 oz.
Reishi is used as a tonic to help increase energy, improve digestion and lower HDL (the 'bad' cholesterol), and reduce excess fatty acids. Also, Reishi has been shown to prevent and treat hardening of the arteries.Zinc Chelate, 100% Natural Zinc Supplement, Nature's Way, 30 mg, 100 Caps
Nature's Way chelated zinc supplement is 100% natural chelated with an advanced amino acid complex for superior absorption.
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