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by kellyhanson » Nov 06, 2013
oily fish are rich in DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid that is essential for optimum brain performance and memory. Try to eat fish three times a week and take a good-quality fish oil supplement.
Eggs are one of the best sources of choline, an important nutrient used to produce acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in memory.
Lecithin, spirulina and wheatgerm are also good sources of choline.
Walnuts are an excellent source of alpha-linolenic acid, a type of omega-3 fat the body uses to make DHA. Walnuts also contain an antioxidant called ellagic acid, that helps protect the brain from free radical damage.
Brahmi is an important herb in ayurvedic medicine and is renowned for being a powerful brain tonic. It can help improve circulation of the brain and enhances short- and long-term memory.
Ginkgo Known as the "brain herb", it is used by herbalists for its ability to enhance memory. Ginkgo improves blood circulation to the brain by dilating blood vessels and reducing the stickiness of the blood.
Burn rosemary oil Rosemary has been used to improve memory and the essential oil is used in aromatherapy to boost mental performance. Add it to massage oils, creams or oil burners. You can also use the herb in cooking.